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This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 18, 2022October 3, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves – 5 Star Review
This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves – 5 Star Review

Enrique “Quique” Luna has one goal this summer—get over his crush on Saleem Kanazi by pursuing his other romantic prospects. Never mind that he’s only out to his best friend, Fabiola. Never mind that he has absolutely zero game. I was granted audio ARC access to This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H….

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The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 11, 2022September 20, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson – 5 Star Review
The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson – 5 Star Review

When Springville residents—at least the ones still alive—are questioned about what happened on prom night, they all have the same explanation… Maddy did it. I was granted complimentary eARC access to The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson via NetGalley following my attendance at a #FrenzyPresents HarperCollins fall catalogue preview in August. Thank you…

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The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas – 5 Star Review

Posted on September 6, 2022September 20, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas – 5 Star Review
The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas – 5 Star Review

“Only the most powerful and honorable semidioses get chosen. I’m just a Jade. I’m not a real hero.” I was granted audio ARC access to The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas through the publisher, MacMillan Audio, via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much for the approval! My thoughts are my…

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Babel by R.F. Kuang – 5 Star Review

Posted on August 20, 2022September 15, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Babel by R.F. Kuang – 5 Star Review
Babel by R.F. Kuang – 5 Star Review

Traduttore, traditore: An act of translation is always an act of betrayal. I was granted complimentary eARC access to Babel by R. F. Kuang through participation in the HarperCollins Canada Influencer program following attendance of the #FrenzyPresents summer catalogue preview. Thank you to the team at HCC for arranging these ARC opportunities for us! My…

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Tam Lin: A Modern, Queer Retelling by T.J. Deschamps – 3.5 Star Review

Posted on July 10, 2022July 14, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Tam Lin: A Modern, Queer Retelling by T.J. Deschamps – 3.5 Star Review
Tam Lin: A Modern, Queer Retelling by T.J. Deschamps – 3.5 Star Review

Over five hundred years ago, Tam Lin betrayed the Queen of the Fae, leaving her to be with his human lover Janet. Tom, a literature professor, knew the story. I was granted complimentary access to Tam Lin by T.J. Deschamps via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to whoever approved me and…

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Lia and Beckett’s Abracadabra by Amy Noelle Parks – 4 Star Review

Posted on July 5, 2022July 14, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Lia and Beckett’s Abracadabra by Amy Noelle Parks – 4 Star Review
Lia and Beckett’s Abracadabra by Amy Noelle Parks – 4 Star Review

A star-crossed YA rom-com that has the charm of Maureen Johnson’s 13 Little Blue Envelopes and the magic of Now You See Me I was granted complimentary eARC access to Lia and Beckett’s Abracadabra by Amy Noelle Parks by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the opportunity! My…

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Out of the Blue by Jason June – 4 Star Review

Posted on May 30, 2022July 3, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Out of the Blue by Jason June – 4 Star Review
Out of the Blue by Jason June – 4 Star Review

Crest is not excited to be on their Journey: the monthlong sojourn on land all teen merfolk must undergo. I was granted complimentary eARC access to Out of the Blue by Jason June after participating in a #FrenzyPresents preview event with the HarperCollins Canada Influencer team. Thank you for the NetGalley download! My thoughts are…

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The Memory Keeper of Kyiv by Erin Litteken – 4 Star Review

Posted on May 15, 2022May 19, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on The Memory Keeper of Kyiv by Erin Litteken – 4 Star Review
The Memory Keeper of Kyiv by Erin Litteken – 4 Star Review

Perfect for fans of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and The Beekeeper of Aleppo. I was granted eARC access to The Memory Keeper of Kyiv by Erin Litteken by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the opportunity! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note…

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Under Fortunate Stars by Ren Hutchings – 5 Star Review

Posted on May 10, 2022May 12, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Under Fortunate Stars by Ren Hutchings – 5 Star Review
Under Fortunate Stars by Ren Hutchings – 5 Star Review

Fleeing the final days of the generations-long war with the alien Felen, smuggler Jereth Keeven’s freighter the Jonah breaks down in a strange rift in deep space, with little chance of rescue… I was granted complimentary access to Under Fortunate Stars by Ren Hutchings via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! My…

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House of Bastiion by K. L. Kolarich – 4 Star Review

Posted on May 5, 2022May 10, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on House of Bastiion by K. L. Kolarich – 4 Star Review
House of Bastiion by K. L. Kolarich – 4 Star Review

BEHIND THE MASK OF DUTY AND POWER, NO ONE IS WHO THEY SEEM… I was granted complimentary access to House of Bastiion by K.L. Kolarich via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the opportunity! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note that this post contains affiliate…

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The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle – 4 Star Review

Posted on May 1, 2022May 5, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle – 4 Star Review
The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle – 4 Star Review

Several thousand years from now, advanced humanoids known as the Makers will implant clockwork devices into our heads. I was granted complimentary eARC access to the 2022 edition of The Clockwork Man by E. V. Odle by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the access approval! My thoughts…

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Flotsam by R.J. Theodore – 3.5 Star Book Review

Posted on April 17, 2022April 19, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Flotsam by R.J. Theodore – 3.5 Star Book Review
Flotsam by R.J. Theodore – 3.5 Star Book Review

A fantastical steampunk first contact novel that ties together high magic, high technology, and bold characters to create a story you won’t soon forget. I was granted eARC access to Flotsam by R.J. Theodore by the publisher via NetGalley. Thank you for the approval! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please…

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The Rhythm of My Soul by Elin Dyer – 3 Star Review

Posted on April 8, 2022April 12, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on The Rhythm of My Soul by Elin Dyer – 3 Star Review
The Rhythm of My Soul by Elin Dyer – 3 Star Review

Welcome to Roseheart Ballet Academy, where the best dancers have the biggest secrets… I was granted eARC access to The Rhythm of My Soul by Elin Dyer by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the request approval! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please…

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Omens Bite by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast – 3 Star Review

Posted on April 4, 2022April 9, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Omens Bite by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast – 3 Star Review
Omens Bite by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast – 3 Star Review

Something wicked this way comes… I was granted eARC access to Omens Bite by P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means there is no…

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Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye – 4 Star Review

Posted on March 8, 2022March 13, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye – 4 Star Review
Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye – 4 Star Review

This is what they deserve. They wanted me to be a monster. I will be the worst monster they ever created. I was granted eARC access to Blood Scion by Deborah Falaye after attending the #FrenzyPresents YA catalogue preview in December 2021. Thank you for the opportunity! My thoughts are my own and my review…

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A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft – 4 Star Review

Posted on March 8, 2022April 29, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft – 4 Star Review
A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft – 4 Star Review

When Margaret Welty spots the legendary hala, the last living mythical creature, she knows the Halfmoon Hunt will soon follow. I was granted eARC access to A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for the approval! My thoughts are my own and my review is…

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Gallant by V. E. Schwab – 5 Star Book Review

Posted on February 25, 2022March 22, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 5 Comments on Gallant by V. E. Schwab – 5 Star Book Review
Gallant by V. E. Schwab – 5 Star Book Review

Everything casts a shadow. Even the world we live in. And as with every shadow, there is a place where it must touch. A seam, where the shadow meets its source. Gallant by V. E. Schwab is one of the two print ARCs I received from the HarperCollins Canada #FrenzyPresents winter 2022 catalogue preview event….

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Only a Monster by Vanessa Len – 5 Star Review

Posted on February 22, 2022March 13, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Only a Monster by Vanessa Len – 5 Star Review
Only a Monster by Vanessa Len – 5 Star Review

It should have been the perfect summer. I was granted eARC access to Only a Monster by Vanessa Len via NetGalley in conjunction with the HarperCollins Canada Influencer program and #FrenzyPresents. Thank you for the opportunity! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which…

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Extasia by Claire Legrand – 3.5 Star Review

Posted on February 21, 2022February 23, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Extasia by Claire Legrand – 3.5 Star Review
Extasia by Claire Legrand – 3.5 Star Review

Her name is unimportant. I was granted eARC access to Extasia by Claire Legrand via NetGalley in conjunction with the HarperCollins Canada Influencer program and #FrenzyPresents. Thank you for the opportunity! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means there is no additional…

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2000 AD Encyclopedia by Scott Montgomery – 4 Star Review

Posted on February 20, 2022March 5, 2022 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on 2000 AD Encyclopedia by Scott Montgomery – 4 Star Review
2000 AD Encyclopedia by Scott Montgomery – 4 Star Review

From A.B.C. Warriors to Zenith ! Meticulously researched and compiled for comics fans everywhere, the 2000 AD Encyclopedia is the essential fact compendium to the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic! I was granted eARC access to 2000 AD Encyclopedia by Scott Montgomery via NetGalley by way of auto-approval with the publisher on that platform. Thank you again…

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