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September 12, 2025

Vigilant (Silvermoor Academy Book 1) by Starla Strange

(Kindle Unlimited book) Tropes: Score – 🫖🫖🫖🫖 Genre: Gothic Romance Published: 1st December 2022 Synopsis – My name is Remi Mars, and I am not a thief. I’m a messenger at best. I just deliver the messages that people don’t want to hear. Owe someone money? I break your kneecaps. Double-cross one of my clients?… Continue reading

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September 3, 2025

Their Darkest Desire (The Dark Influences) by Amaya Jax

(ARC/Kindle Unlimited) Tropes: Stars – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Erotic Horror Romance Published: 11th April 2025 Synopsis – When Evelyn agreed to help her friend empty her auntie’s creepy house, she didn’t expect to find herself in a horrifying game of cat and mouse where she would soon be hunted. As night fell, shadows danced menacingly along… Continue reading

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August 31, 2025

Game of Champions (Eternity Island Book 1) by J & J Kellaway

(ARC – New cover re-release) Tropes: Stars – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Fantasy Published: 15th November 2022 Synopsis – The 200th Game of Champions is about to begin, an event that echoes through the annals of history as a grand spectacle of valor and skill. For one week, this ancient tournament of magic, strength, and survival challenges… Continue reading

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August 28, 2025

Phixmery (The Damorleia Chronicles: Book 1) by S.E. Alexander

(Kindle Unlimited book) Tropes: Stars – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Genre: Fantasy Published: 11th April 2025 Synopsis – When a young princess’ world is torn apart by the murder of her parents, she is forced to hide her identity from the world. Forced to endure torture at the hands of her own people. Forced to forget her past,… Continue reading

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August 23, 2025

Argren Blue (Spirit Song: Rebels Rising Book 1) by Ross Hightower & Deb Heim

Tropes: Stars – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Epic Fantasy Published: 18th May 2023 Synopsis – Argren Blue tells the story of Alar, a resistance fighter in the oppressed realm of Argren, who discovers his latent magical abilities that allow him to travel between realms. After a daring mission to rescue prisoners attracts the Empire’s attention, Alar and… Continue reading

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August 17, 2025

Home ♡

I love the feeling of wonder that can be had when taking a walk in the countryside, surrounded by the vibrant colors of nature coming to life. Especially on those quiet, warm spring mornings, when the sun casts a gentle golden glow over the landscape, and the sweet scent of blooming flowers fills the air.… Continue reading

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August 17, 2025

The Hollow by J & J Kellaway

(Advance Reader’s Copy (ARC)) Tropes: Stars – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Fantasy Published: 1st October 2025 Synopsis – When Lucas wakes up in a shipping container with no memories, he is thrust into a world where nothing is as it seems, filled with shadows and secrets. From the moment he is dragged from the box, disoriented and… Continue reading

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August 13, 2025

The Heartbeat Heist by Florence Gray

(Advance Reader’s Copy (ARC) from NetGallery) Tropes: Stars – ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genre: Historical Fantasy Published: 26th August 2025 Synopsis – The Heartbeat Heist follows Evelyn, a master thief known throughout France as the Bird of Bordeaux. Evelyn is hired by a mysterious figure for a perilous heist. The reward promises to not only restore the orphanage… Continue reading

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August 2, 2025

The most important thing I carry at all times…

The obvious answer would be my phone, which is basically my third arm at this point, crammed with everything from my banking woes to my daily calendar, helping me remember appointments I’d forget if my life depended on it. It’s my digital lifeline to friends and family, letting me scroll through social media and send… Continue reading

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July 30, 2025

Nervous First Steps…

Hello readers, I’m not 100% I know what I’m doing at the moment… I’ve always wanted to review books because they hold a special place in my heart. I absolutely love reading; it transports me to different worlds and allows me to experience life through the eyes of diverse characters. Each time I finish a… Continue reading

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About Me

My name is Kayleigh. I’m a 33 years old female, and I live in the picturesque region of West Yorkshire, UK. During my day, I work as an Educational Support Worker for children with additional needs, a role that I find incredibly rewarding and fulfilling, as I get the opportunity to make a difference in their lives. When I’m not working, I split my time between enjoying the company of my partner and family, cherishing our moments together, and taking care of my two adorable kitties, who never fail to bring joy and laughter into our home. In my leisure time, I often find myself trying to decide whether to immerse myself in a captivating book or engage in one of my favorite games. More often than not, it’s reading that wins out, as I adore exploring new worlds and stories through the pages of a good novel, although the thrill of gaming is always a tempting alternative!

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