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  • The Year of the Witching – 5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • Mark of the Wicked by Georgia Bowers – 5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • Author Interview & 5 Star Review | Into Neon Book Reviews
  • The Clockwork Man by E.V. Odle – 4 Star Review Book Reviews
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  • Bright Ruined Things by Samantha Cohoe – 4 Star Review Book Reviews
  • Goodbye to the Sun – 4.5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson – 5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • Weep, Woman, Weep by Maria DeBlassie – 4 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • A Cat’s Guide to Bonding with Dragons – 5 Star Book Review Book Reviews
  • Shackled Fates by Thilde Kold Holdt – 4 Star Book Review Book Reviews
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  • The Alloy of Law by Brandon Sanderson – 4 Star Book Review Book Reviews

Tag: ya contemporary

Are You Okay, Elliot Hart? by Kate S. Martin [Blitz]

Posted on March 25, 2022April 1, 2022 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Are You Okay, Elliot Hart? by Kate S. Martin [Blitz]
Are You Okay, Elliot Hart? by Kate S. Martin [Blitz]

You keep it on the inside because it’s the safest place to hide. Welcome to one of the March 25th stops on the book blitz for Are You Okay, Elliot Hart? by Kate S. Martin with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More…

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Shattered, A Story of Betrayal & Courage by C. Lee McKenzie

Posted on November 30, 2021December 2, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 4 Comments on Shattered, A Story of Betrayal & Courage by C. Lee McKenzie
Shattered, A Story of Betrayal & Courage by C. Lee McKenzie

Courage put Libby Brown into the final selection for the Olympics, but betrayal crushed her spine and her chance at the Gold. Welcome to one of the November 30th stops on the book blast tour for Shattered, A Story of Betrayal and Courage by C. Lee McKenzie with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow…

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BLUE by L.E. DeLano [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

Posted on October 30, 2021November 2, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on BLUE by L.E. DeLano [Book Blitz with Excerpt]
BLUE by L.E. DeLano [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

When Blue Mancini’s mother picked her name, it ended up being a self-fulfilling prophecy. Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for BLUE by L.E. DeLano with XPresso Book Tours. Look for others participating in this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish blogs October 26-30, and don’t forget…

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Act Cool by Tobly McSmith – 5 Star Book Review

Posted on October 20, 2021October 25, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 13 Comments on Act Cool by Tobly McSmith – 5 Star Book Review
Act Cool by Tobly McSmith – 5 Star Book Review

A trans teen walks the fine line between doing whatever it takes for his acting dream and staying true to himself in this moving, thought-provoking YA novel from the acclaimed author of Stay Gold. Welcome to my review post for Act Cool by Tobly McSmith! I received an ARC of Act Cool from the HarperCollins…

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The Finest Lies by David J. Naiman [Blitz with Excerpt]

Posted on October 17, 2021October 19, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on The Finest Lies by David J. Naiman [Blitz with Excerpt]
The Finest Lies by David J. Naiman [Blitz with Excerpt]

High schooler Nicole Hallett has just about had it with her brother Jay, so when a mysterious man appears with an offer to replace him with a better one, she doesn’t hesitate. Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for The Finest Lies by David J. Naiman with XPresso Book Tours….

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In the Echo of this Ghost Town by C.L. Walters

Posted on October 14, 2021October 15, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on In the Echo of this Ghost Town by C.L. Walters
In the Echo of this Ghost Town by C.L. Walters

When everything in your life unravels and the future you imagined disintegrates into dust—how do you decide which way is forward? Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for In the Echo of this Ghost Town by C.L. Walters with XPresso Book Tours. Look for others participating in this blitz across…

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Grenade Bouquets by Lee Matthew Goldberg [Blog Tour]

Posted on September 14, 2021September 15, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Grenade Bouquets by Lee Matthew Goldberg [Blog Tour]
Grenade Bouquets by Lee Matthew Goldberg [Blog Tour]

I had stars in my eyes and I couldn’t see around them… Welcome to one of the September 14th stops on the blog tour for Grenade Bouquets by Lee Matthew Goldberg with Bewitching Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveaway!…

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Battle of The Bullies – 3.5 Star Book Review

Posted on August 3, 2021August 7, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Battle of The Bullies – 3.5 Star Book Review
Battle of The Bullies – 3.5 Star Book Review

Ebony, Eris, and Emani Robertson have been through so much more than most high school freshmen. When they were younger, they survived a school shooting that killed their friend and left their oldest sister unable to speak. After giving homeschooling a try, they enroll in a promising new academy, hoping for the best. Welcome to…

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Last Chance Books – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on July 25, 2021July 27, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Last Chance Books – 4 Star Book Review
Last Chance Books – 4 Star Book Review

Don’t you just love the smell of old books in the morning? Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for the eARC copy! I am so grateful to be able to request galleys and this was one of the titles on the HCC Frenzy preview list for the summer catalogue that really caught my attention. My thoughts…

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Catwalk [Book Blitz]

Posted on July 8, 2021July 10, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Catwalk [Book Blitz]
Catwalk [Book Blitz]

Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for Catwalk by Nicole Gabor with XPresso Book Tours. Look for others participating in this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish blogs July 6 – 10, and don’t forget to enter the giveaway! More on that at the end of this…

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Starvation – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on June 20, 2021June 22, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Starvation – 4 Star Book Review
Starvation – 4 Star Book Review

I was invited to review Starvation by the author and provided with a complimentary ebook copy. Thank you! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. CW: Eating disorders (obviously), hospital scenes, sick kids, car accident, death of a minor Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means there is no…

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Pumpkin – 5 Star Book Review

Posted on June 6, 2021June 9, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on Pumpkin – 5 Star Book Review
Pumpkin – 5 Star Book Review

“Pumpkin is fabulous! What can I say? I absolutely loved it! I haven’t read the Dumplin’ books in order (rest assured the previous two are on my TBR) but that just means I can promise potential readers in the same boat that you can absolutely read this book first and get the most out of…

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Better Together – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on June 5, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Better Together – 4 Star Book Review
Better Together  – 4 Star Book Review

I was granted audio ARC access to Better Together via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means there is no additional cost to you if you shop using my links, but I will earn a…

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Book Reviews

In A Mirror [Book Blitz]

Posted on June 1, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 2 Comments on In A Mirror [Book Blitz]
In A Mirror [Book Blitz]

Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for In A Mirror by Emily Bourne, organized by XPresso Book Tours. Look for others participating in this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish blogs May 31 – June 4, and don’t forget to enter the giveaway! #IReadYA #YoundAdult #KindleUnlimited #YALit…

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Drifting [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

Posted on May 26, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 3 Comments on Drifting [Book Blitz with Excerpt]
Drifting [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

Welcome to one of the May 26th stops on the blog tour for Drifting by Steven M. Cross, organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the blitz for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post contains affiliate links,…

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The Weight of the Sky [Book Blitz]

Posted on May 22, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on The Weight of the Sky [Book Blitz]
The Weight of the Sky [Book Blitz]

Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for The Weight of the Sky by Caroline Schley, organized by XPresso Book Tours. There’s a full tour coming, too, so keep your eyes open for that. For now, look for other participating in this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish…

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Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry – 4 Star Book Review

Posted on May 21, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 3 Comments on Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry – 4 Star Book Review
Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry – 4 Star Book Review

I was granted complimentary access to Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to whoever approved me! My thoughts are my own and my review is honest. Note: I was approved slightly after publication day and I was approved for the robo-voice audio ARC. I acknowledge…

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Awakened Are the Starry-Eyed [Book Blitz]

Posted on May 17, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout No Comments on Awakened Are the Starry-Eyed [Book Blitz]
Awakened Are the Starry-Eyed [Book Blitz]

Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for Awakened Are the Starry-Eyed by Christine Doré Miller, organized by XPresso Book Tours. Look for others participating in this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish blogs May 14-18 and don’t miss the giveaway! #ChristineDoréMiller #ThestarryeyedSeries #YALit #YA #BookWorm #XpressoTours Please…

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Twin River High Series [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

Posted on May 17, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Twin River High Series [Book Blitz with Excerpt]
Twin River High Series [Book Blitz with Excerpt]

Welcome to one of the many stops on the book blitz for the Twin River High Series by Lynn Rush & Kelly Anne Blount, organized by XPresso Book Tours. Look for others celebrating this blitz across social media and on your favourite bookish blogs May 13-17 and don’t forget to enter the giveaway! #TwinRiverHigh #YALit…

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Author Guest Post with Lee Matthew Goldberg

Posted on April 26, 2021June 8, 2021 By Jenna Rideout 1 Comment on Author Guest Post with Lee Matthew Goldberg
Author Guest Post with Lee Matthew Goldberg

Welcome to one of the April 26th stops on the blog tour for Runaway Train by Lee Matthew Goldberg, organized by XPresso Book Tours. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, author guest posts & interviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note…

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