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Witch of Wild Things by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland

Witch of Wild Things

The Witch of Wild Things has a romance, but it’s less of a romance novel and more a novel about familial bonds and trauma. It reminded me a lot of Practical Magic, but has its own vibe due to the personalities and histories of the characters, the setting, and the Latinx history of the family. I liked the overall atmosphere of the book and its prickly protagonist, but I thought events near the ending offered … Continue reading Witch of Wild Things by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland

Cover Awe: Flowers, Perspectives, & More

Rift in the Soul by Faith Hunter. A woman with dark hair is wearing purple patterned paints, a pink tank, and a black bomber jacket. She is looking up and our perspective is down by her knees, looking up with her. Above her is a green swirling sky and a roaring multi-colored dragon in various pastel shades of pink, blue, yellow, and purple.

Welcome back to Cover Awe, where we look at covers that caught our eye. Sarah: This is a mystery but I really like this cover I spotted in a Netgalley email. Lara: Spooky bread! I’m here for it! Amanda: And a pun! It wouldn’t be a cozy mystery without a pun on the cover. Sarah: It’s the yeast they can do. Sneezy: The little ghostie face rising with the steam is so cute! I hope … Continue reading Cover Awe: Flowers, Perspectives, & More