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Book Review: Sisters of Sword & Song by Rebecca Ross
From the author of The Queen’s Rising comes a thrilling YA stand-alone fantasy about the unbreakable bond between sisters. Perfect for fans of Ember in the Ashes, Sky in the Deep, and Court of Fives. After eight long years, Evadne will finally be reunited with her older sister, Halcyon, who has been proudly serving in the queen’s army. But when Halcyon appears earlier than expected, Eva knows something has gone terribly wrong. Halcyon is on the run, hunted by her commander and charged with murder. Though Halcyon’s life is spared during her trial, the punishment is heavy. And when Eva…
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Bookish Spotlight: Cristina from Books and Agita
Welcome to a new post series here on Hopelessly Devoted Bibliophile! Back when I first started this blog, I used to interview other bloggers and share their content. I’ve missed doing that so much! It was a great way to get to know others who share the same passion, and give some much deserved love to amazing creators. So, it’s time to do that again! Check this space every other Saturday for a new spotlight, and click here if you’d like to sign up to be a spotlight yourself! Our flagship spotlight is Cristina from Books and Agita! Website |…
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Top 5 Wednesday: Enemies to Lovers
Which "enemies to lovers" books made it into my Top 5 list? Come and check it out!
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How are we all doing?
Seriously friends, how are we all doing? How are you really, truly doing? I think a lot of us are so tired, frustrated, and flat out furious that we’ve grown used it and aren’t even acknowledging it anymore. Whenever I see a tweet, or an article, about how other people are feeling lost and alone I just nod. I feel that in my soul. Whether I pay attention to that feeling all the time or not, it’s still there. Since school ended I’ve had much more time to read, and to work on my blog. Both things that I was…
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Book Review: The Captain’s Daughters by Doreen D. Berger
For most adolescents, growing up is hard enough when one has both feet planted firmly on the ground. But for mischievous, twelve-year-old sisters Diane and Robin, life is complicated further by the fact that their father, Captain William Marsh, is the commander of the Starship Polaris. Living among the stars provides a never-ending realm of creative possibility for the free-spirited girls’ pranks and adventures. When aliens bent on profit and revenge kidnap Diane and Robin, only their indomitable spirit, ingenuity, and a common love of trouble allow the pair to escape the alien vessel. Finding their way home seems assured…
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Book Review: The Lights of Prague by Nicole Jarvis
For readers of VE Schwab and The Witcher, science and magic clash in atmospheric gaslight-era Prague. In the quiet streets of Prague all manner of otherworldly creatures lurk in the shadows. Unbeknownst to its citizens, their only hope against the tide of predators are the dauntless lamplighters - a secret elite of monster hunters whose light staves off the darkness each night. Domek Myska leads a life teeming with fraught encounters with the worst kind of evil: pijavice, bloodthirsty and soulless vampiric creatures. Despite this, Domek find solace in his moments spent in the company of his friend, the clever…
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Can’t Wait Wednesday (8/25/21)
Am I the only one who is feeling Fall weather in the air? 90 degree temps are probably going to make a comeback next week and smash my happiness, but for now I’m feeling really good. My fingers are itching to chop stone fruit, and make pies. I even preemptively made a plum pie this week, although I did regret it after the house took an hour to cool back down hahaha. Too excited I say. Too excited. Anyway, let’s get to the books! Now that school is over, I’m back to checking in on my Bookstagram again, and that…
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Rested, and ready to read!
Friends, I am FREE. FREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. I received my final grade, and passed my capstone class, which means I am officially DONE WITH MY MASTER’S DEGREE! Yes, I am a graduate. I am ecstatic. I am missing my reading time with all my heart. I took the weekend to relax, and celebrate. I ate with my small pod of friends. I took a long afternoon nap. I soaked up the fact that I no longer have to worry about assignments on top of full time work. It was glorious, and I feel extremely refreshed. So I’m back! Please look forward to…
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Book Blitz and Giveaway: A Breath of Sunlight by Sydney Winward
Happy Thursday friends! The weekend is so close I can taste it. I have a fun book for you today, forbidden love and valkyries what more could you ask for? The cover is what drew me to this series and I can’t wait to read it. A Breath of SunlightSydney WinwardPublication date: August 17th 2021Genres: Adult, Fantasy, Romance Don’t show compassion for men. Never save a man’s life. And no matter what, never fall in love with someone you must ultimately kill. But some rules are meant to be broken, even if it means risking your life by betraying your valkyrie…
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Book Blitz and Giveaway: The First Sin: South of Eden by Lisa Beth Darling
Title: The First Sin: South of EdenAuthor: Lisa Beth DarlingPublication date: August 18, 2021Genres: Mythology, Adult Fiction What happens when a warrior priest from a strict religion meets a free-spirited priestess from a new age commune? Lucifer is unceremoniously yanked out of Hell by his Father so he can return to his old job in the Garden of Eden. When he arrives, broken, battered, and bleeding, he falls into the arms of Eve who is unsure about seeing her old lover again as are the people now living in a dying paradise. Tasked with returning the Sacred Trees of Life…
