Under Enchantment

  I had the pleasure of reading the ARC of Beneath the Veil by Sienna Hawthorne. This fantasy romance follows Ravenna, an oracle who dreams of the deaths of people in her village. Believing herself weak and unworthy of her gift, Ravenna’s life changes when she foresees the death of Prince Hadrian, heir to the Royal Family. Summoned to royal court in Tormhain, she embarks on a journey alongside the formidable Sir Corbin and his men. The story unfolds into an adventure of self-discovery as Ravenna learns the true extent of her powers, while navigating her complex connection to Nyxroth – a mischievous, powerful demon who possesses the soul of the healer, Elias and invades Ravenna's dreams. These dynamics characters eventually converge, and their intertwined relationships form the heart of the series.   Rate: 3.5/5 Spice: 4/5 Hawthorne writing style is simple and accessible, though a few typos slipped through. Still, the story has clear potential. I am...

T. Kingfisher (aka Ursula Vernon) is a unique author of fantasy, romance, and horror.  As a fan of all three genres, I’ve indulged in many of Miss Vernon’s works, and I can honestly say I’m obsessed. If you’re tired of the usual Fae and Werewolf duels or magical worlds filled with impossibly beautiful and perfect characters, T. Kingfisher is the author for you and this story is how you can initiate yourself into her world. Her characters aren’t the most intelligent, attractive, or flawless. They’re sometimes magical, sometimes cursed, sometimes enchanted—mostly, they’re just "human" or not, with imperfections and feelings. Reading Miss Vernon’s stories is a refreshing palate cleanser in fantasy, something you’ll find yourself needing more often than you think. Her "Swordheart" is a simple but elegant, non-bombastic, and complicated tale with a je ne sais quoi that will captivate you. Give her a chance—you won’t be disappointed.      Halla has inherited the lord she...

Hi, I'm Raffy, and I'm a book lover! I read everything from fantasy and romance to horror. The best plan ever? Indulging myself with a hot cup of coffee or tea and a good book. On this blog, I'll be reviewing the books I've read, am currently reading, or plan to read. I do this for myself so I don’t forget what I've read and what I still need to check off my list, and for everyone else who loves great world-building and dragons. Welcome!