Genre: Romantasy

Daughter of Chaos by AS Webb 🦉 A Promising Mythological Debut That Falters on Impact

Greek mythology retellings always have a special pull, the promise of gods, prophecies, and the fine line between mortal and divine. Daughter of Chaos by A.S. Webb dives headfirst into that allure, reimagining ancient Greece through the eyes of a young woman destined to challenge the gods themselves. It’s ambitious, fast-paced, and filled with potential……
House of the Beast by Michelle Wong ⚔️ Power, Pain & Pilgrimage

House of the Beast by Michelle Wong is a dark, intricate, and emotionally wrought fantasy that marries grimdark aesthetics with mythic romance and razor-sharp character dynamics. With a protagonist bound to an elder god and a society steeped in blood-soaked religious duty, this is not a tale for the faint of heart. Wong delivers a…
Swordheart by T. Kingfisher 📚 A Sword, a Stoic Warrior & a Stubborn Widow

Swordheart by T. Kingfisher is a warm, witty, and thoroughly enjoyable romantic fantasy that delivers on both heartfelt character development and delightful magical elements. It’s a character-driven story with cosy, adventurous tones, focusing on found family, love in later life, and the quiet strength of choosing your own freedom. When widowed housekeeper Halla inherits her…
Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking 🔪 Book Review

Between the Blade and the Heart by Amanda Hocking is an engaging urban fantasy novel that blends Norse mythology with a modern-day setting. As the first book in the Valkyrie duology, it introduces readers to a world of gods, monsters, and powerful female warriors tasked with enforcing the balance between life and death. The novel…
The Beasts We Bury by D.L. Taylor 📖 Book Review

D.L. Taylor’s The Beasts We Bury is a YA fantasy novel that weaves together magic, political tension, and personal struggles. At its heart, the novel follows Mancella, heir to the throne, who possesses the power to summon an army of animals, ones she has previously killed. Opposing her is Silver, a skilled thief whose motives…
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig: A Dark and Magical Quest with a Gothic Twist

One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig is a dark, gothic fantasy set in the mist-locked kingdom of Blunder, where magic comes at a terrible price. The story follows Elspeth Spindle, who carries a monster called the Nightmare within her mind – a spirit that protects her and grants her power, but at a dangerous cost.…
A Fire in the Sky by Sophie Jordan – A Romantic Tale of Dragons and Deception

Sophie Jordan’s A Fire in the Sky promises an enchanting tale filled with dragons, magic, and romance set in a world where power and deceit reign. The story introduces us to Tamsyn, a royal whipping girl, and Fell, a feared warrior known as the Beast of the Borderlands. As the two are thrust into a…
Belladonna by Adalyn Grace: A Gothic Mystery with Death as a Love Interest

Belladonna by Adalyn Grace is a gothic murder mystery wrapped in lush, atmospheric writing and laced with romance. The story centres on Signa, a young orphan raised by a string of ill-fated guardians, and her eerie connection with Death, who has shadowed her since infancy. When Signa moves in with her last remaining relatives, the…
Mistress of Lies by K.M. Enright 🩸 A Dark Blend of Blood Magic, Romance, and Revenge

Mistress of Lies by KM Enright plunges readers into a world brimming with blood magic, political intrigue, and morally complex characters. The story follows Shan LeClaire, a blood worker willing to kill for power, and Samuel Hutchinson, a reluctant participant in a world of magic he’s tried to avoid. The intricate layers of betrayal, revenge,…