A c-c-c-combo wrap-up because I only read 2 books in October, so I'm combining that with the 7 books I read in November.
Ghost Book by Remy Lai - 3.5 stars
This was a really good graphic novel! These two kids have a funky relationship with death that comes to a head when they meet for the first time.
Lost to Witchcraft by Molly Tullis - 2 stars
I had some hope for this Golden Fleece reimagining with a central romance between the goddess Hecate and the demigod Aeëtes. I was thoroughly disappointed, however, upon reading and seeing it needed a couple more rounds of edits (hello, passive voice and repetition) as well as better written stakes for both plot and romance.
Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo - 4 stars
I loved the first book, Ninth House, and I had high hopes for this one. We follow Alex and the other members of Lethe house as they try to bring back Darlington from Hell. While it didn't hit the same way that the first book hit, the plot was so engaging, I couldn't bring myself to read anything else.
The Roommate Risk by Talia Hibbert - 4 stars
Another great Talia Hibbert romance! Jasmine and Rahul had such chemistry and tension after 7 years of friendship culminating in being forced to share the same space while the tension is off the rocks.
Shoot the Moon by Isa Arsén - 4 stars
This historical fiction with sci-fi elements really grew on me the more I read it. Read my full review here!
The It Girl by Ruth Ware - 3 stars
My first Ruth Ware book was... just okay. Ten years ago, Hannah's best friend was murdered in their first year at Oxford and it was Hannah's testimony that put the suspect away. Now, she's having her doubts that she put away the correct person. I felt the first 50% was very slow with flipping from college days to present, but once we got into the investigation, it picked up for me.
The Heiress Effect by Courtney Milan - 4 stars
Another great historical romance for Courtney Milan. Jane can't get married for the sake of her sister and their inheritance, so she makes herself as loud and unmarry-able as possible, but when Oliver sees right through her act, she's forced to contend with the idea of making a real connection. Great story and great romance!
Valerin the Fair by Rien Gray - 4 stars
I really had no idea what I was getting into when I bought this novella, but it was really good! This sapphic fantasy romance stars a genderfluid butch protector of her druid caretakers. I'm not usually a fan of fast burns, but the gorgeous language really sold it for me.
The Heartstopper Yearbook by Alice Oseman - 4 stars
This charmingly set up art book was a perfect book end after I finally watched Heartstopper season 2! I loved both book and show and can't wait for Volume 5!
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