This is one of my favorite fairy tale retellings of the Princess and the Pea, and it combines several other fairy tales! I appreciated how this author chose to diverge from the original fairy tales, while still including enough of…
Looking for an interesting historical mystery to read? Maisie Dobbs is perfect for a cozy rainy day mystery read. Set in England after WWI, Maisie Dobbs is just starting her intelligence agency. Her first mystery seems like a normal infidelity…
Victoria is the youngest sommelier in the country and now runs her own Michelin-starred restaurant. Her memoir examines life in the restaurant industry from the good to the very bad. It may ultimately come down to good wine and hospitality…
Lydia is torn between two words. In one, she is grieving the untimely death of her fiancé and in a dream world Freddie is alive and well. In the dream world she can have new experiences with Freddie, but is…
If you're looking for an atmospheric and slow burning mystery, then look no further. Be warned there are many unlikable characters, but their drama and secrets are so delicious. Each person has a secret, but which one is big enough…
Rogerson crafted a fabulous story full of magic, libraries, and grimoires. This is a standalone book and while the end is satisfying, I'll always wish for more time with these characters. I definitely crave more of the banter between Nathaniel…
This was sweet and charming with a lovely slow-burn romance. With such a heavy focus on language it made me consider how we say things and the impact words and their sounds and shapes can have, which can be incredibly…
This book completely had my attention from the opening! I never wanted to put it down! This fantasy has incredible descriptions and fascinating characters. The cliff hanger is wow! Thankfully, this is a duology and the next book, Muse of…
This book really draws you in. A well-written story of love, heartbreak, and finding family. It also shows how food can play an important role in relationship, and includes sixteen yummy Sicilian recipes in the back. Check out From Scratch…
For anyone who has ever wanted to push themselves out of their comfort zone and live a fuller life. This was a funny and steamy read, but Hibbert also weaves heavier topics within the story to give it depth. I'd…