fantasy romance

  • The Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen

    Going into The Undermining of Twyla and Frank, I was both excited and a little nervous. The previous book, The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, is one of my favorites, so there’s always that worry that a follow-up won’t quite live up to the first story. Thankfully, this novel was a really enjoyable return to…

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  • Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

    Legends & Lattes is a novel that does exactly what it promises on the tin: it is cozy, warm, and quietly magical. Travis Baldree’s debut follows Viv, a retired orc warrior who hangs up her greatsword to open the first coffee shop in the city of Thune. What unfolds is less a tale of adventure…

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  • Morning Glory Milking Farm by C. M. Nascosta

    Morning Glory Milking Farm is one of those books I picked up because of how often I saw it talked about on social media. When a book becomes that popular online, curiosity eventually wins. Very High Spice — Know What You’re Getting Into If you’re considering picking this one up, it’s important to know going…

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  • Powerless by Lauren Roberts

    I enjoyed Powerless well enough overall, though I did find it fairly predictable. The story has plenty of elements that make it appealing within the YA/New Adult romantasy space, but for me, it didn’t feel especially surprising. I could often see where things were heading, which made it harder to stay fully engaged, and I…

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  • Erik the Tempered by Denali Day

    Erik the Tempered is one of those books I find myself coming back to, and this reread only reinforced why. The characters are truly the standout here — layered, engaging, and written with enough depth that their growth feels earned. Even knowing what’s coming, the story still managed to be enjoyable with its twists and…

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