Book Reviews

Is The Deal by Elle Kennedy Worth the Hype?

February 24, 2015May 2, 2026 Updated onMay 2, 2026

A fun, swoon college hockey romance, The Deal by Elle Kennedy is a must read even if you’re not a big new adult romance reader. Check out my full review of why Garrett and Hannah just work.

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Kushiel’s Dart Review: Don’t Let the Size Scare You

February 12, 2015June 25, 2026 Updated onJune 25, 2026

My honest review of Kushiel’s Dart by Jacqueline Carey. Yes it is long, and yes it is worth it. Epic fantasy, intrigue, and a heroine I loved.

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Poison Fruit Review: I Wasn’t Ready to Say Goodbye

October 7, 2014June 28, 2026 Updated onJune 28, 2026

My review of Poison Fruit by Jacqueline Carey, the Agent of Hel finale. A thrilling, couldn’t-put-it-down ending that sticks the landing for Daisy Johanssen.

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The Devil’s Reprise Review: A Hotter, Darker Sequel

March 23, 2014June 3, 2026 Updated onJune 3, 2026

The Devil’s Reprise review: Karina Halle’s Devils Duet finale sends Dawn and Sage back on tour for a darker, hotter, one last deal with the devil.

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Is Rule by Jay Crownover worth the hype? My take

January 3, 2014February 22, 2026 Updated onFebruary 22, 2026

I side-eye new adult, but Rule by Jay Crownover won me over. Here’s why the romance hit and the drama mostly worked.

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Autumn Bones Review: I’m Addicted to Daisy

October 1, 2013June 28, 2026 Updated onJune 28, 2026

My review of Autumn Bones by Jacqueline Carey, book two of the Agent of Hel series. A twistier, even better sequel, and Daisy is one of my favorite heroines.