In the Wake of the Ruined by Kalie CassidyThe Siren Mage #2Fantasy RomancePublication: July 7, 2026 by Little, Brown and CompanyARC This was probably one of my most anticipated novels of the year. I really, really enjoyed the first book in the series, In the Veins of the Drowning, and liked the mythology and lore of sirens and gods and how they have intermingled their power and magic. I thought this might be a trilogy or more, but recently discovered that this would be a Continue Reading
Review: Scandal of the Summer by Alexandra Vasti
Scandal of the Summer by Alexandra VastiFlirty Rotten Scoundrels #1Historical RomanceJune 23, 2026 by St. Martin's GriffinARC Review by Angela This book is just what I needed. It's fun, it's sexy, and it's romantic. I'm a sucker for a disreputable rogue, or charming conman, who falls in love and settles down into wedded bliss. Add in a found family of other charming rogues and conmen/women and I'm all in. Scandal of the Summer introduces Lady Ruby Ballimore, who is smart and Continue Reading
Mini Reviews: Game of Rogues by Julie Anne Long and
Game of Rogues by Julie Anne LongThe Palace of Rogues, #9Historical RomanceJune 6, 2026 by AvonARC I'm not exaggerating when I say that Julie Anne Long can do no wrong in my eyes, and The Palace of Rogues one of my all-time favorite series in the historical romance genre. Every time I pick up a new release, I'm convinced that THIS ONE is my new favorite and she couldn't possibly out-do herself, and every time I'm proven wrong by the next book in the series. Her writing is fun, and Continue Reading
Review: A Congress of Roses by Melissa J Cave
A Congress of Roses by Melissa J. CaveEmpire of the Stars #4Fantasy RomanceMay 1, 2026- Self-PublishedARC Review by Angela I happened upon this series while perusing through Kindle Unlimited offerings and decided to take a chance on an unknown to me author, simply because I was intrigued by the blurb. The first book in the series, Traitor Son, had me hooked and I immediately hit the read now button for Stardust Child, the second book in the Empire of the Stars series. And Continue Reading
Review: Archangel’s Eternity by Nalini Singh
Be sure to come back later today for Melanie's review. Archangel's Eternity by Nalini SinghGuild Hunter #18Urban Fantasy RomanceMay 5, 2026- BerkleyARC Review by Angela I kind of thought the last book in the series, Archangel's Ascension, which had huge time jumps, closed out Aodhan and Illium's story arc, and featured Illium's ascension and the aftermath, would be the last book in this series. I was okay with that as readers finally got the love story they'd been waiting for Continue Reading
Review: The Sea Spinner by Julie Johnson
The Sea Spinner by Julie JohnsonReign of Remnants #2Fantasy RomanceApril 28, 2026- Ace Review by Angela I was a little on the fence about continuing this series. The first book was just so-so for me, as I really, REALLY did not care for the male main character and his attitude toward the heroine. If he was the love interest, I wasn't sure I could believe in any kind of HEA. You can read my review for The Wind Weaver here. I even mentioned that there was another character who I Continue Reading
Mini Reviews: Wolf Worm by T. Kingfisher and Heir of Twisted Lies by L.J. Andrews
Wolf Worm by T. KingfisherHorrorMarch 24, 2026 by Tor NightfireARC I can't keep up with all the new releases from this author. I think I've read three or four in the last year. I wasn't sure what to expect going into this book, I just knew I was in for a treat. I must warn you though, there are so many bugs in this book, so if bugs are a hard no for you then this book might not your cup of tea. This book starts out slowly, as the main protagonist, Sonia Wilson, arrives at a house Continue Reading
Review: When the Wolves Are Silent by C.S. Harris
When the Wolves Are Silent by C.S. HarrisSebastian St. Cyr #21Historical MysteryApril 14, 2026- BerkleyARC Review by Angela I kind of wondered when we would swing back around to Sebastian's sister, Amanda, and his nephew, Bayard. In the twenty-first installment of the Sebastian St. Cyr series, murder comes close to home as Bayard finds the body of a friend after a night of overindulgence. Horrified and scared Bayard immediately finds Sebastian and tells him of the scene, his Continue Reading
Review: This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me by Ilona Andrews
This Kingdome Will Not Kill Me by Ilona AndrewsMaggie the Undying #1FantasyMarch 31, 2026 by Tor BooksARC Review by Angela I'm not going to say this is the best thing Ilona Andrews has ever written, because I feel like I say that with every book, but I honestly think this may be way, way up there in the list of best things that they've written. As soon as this hit my Kindle I set aside everything else on my plate and dove in-- and didn't come up for air until I finished. And now I'm Continue Reading
Review: The Half-Hearted Queen by Charlie N. Holmberg
The Half-Hearted Queen by Charlie N. HolmbergThe Shattered King #2Fantasy RomanceMarch 3, 2026 by 47NorthARC Review by Angela While the first book in the series, The Shattered King, took a while to really get going, The Half-Hearted Queen starts off with all the tension and angst that was hinted at in the cliffhanger of the first book. Nym is now a prisoner of King Nicosia, separated from all that she loves, on her way into enemy territory, and desperate to keep her mind Continue Reading