Tag Archives: 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

Book Review

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

Hide Your Wallet

Hide Your Wallet: September 12th Release Week!

Welcome back to Hide Your Wallet, where we discuss this week’s new releases! There are lots of fantasy and witch-themed books on this list. There are also some contemporaries and an eerie anthology. Seems like the perfect lead up to October to me! Which titles are on your list for this week? We want to hear all about what you’re excited to get into your hands, on your e-reader, or in your headphones!