The Housekeeper’s Secret by Iona Grey My rating: 1 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Housekeeper’s Secret in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist The Housekeeper’s Secret by Iona Grey promised an intriguing premise: a tale of secrets, lies, and the complex dynamics between the classes in post-war England. However, despite its potential, the novel falls short of delivering a satisfying reading experience. The Details One of the major drawbacks of The Housekeeper’s Secret is its lackluster characters. The protagonist comes across as clichéd and one-dimensional, with her inner turmoil feeling forced…
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The Princess of Selgovae and the High King
The Princess of Selgovae and the High King by Bryce Gibby My rating: 4 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Princess of Selgovae and the High King in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist The Princess of Selgovae and the High King by Bryce Gibby is a spellbinding tale of royalty, power, and forbidden love set against the backdrop of a richly imagined medieval world. Gibby effortlessly transports readers into a realm filled with court intrigue. The Details At the heart of the novel is Princess Eira, the headstrong and courageous daughter…
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The Wife in the Photo
The Wife in the Photo by Emily Shriner My rating: 3 of 5 stars Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of The Wife in the Photo in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. The Gist The Wife in the Photo by Emily Shiner is a exploration of love, loss, and the enduring power of memory. Set against the backdrop of a picturesque coastal town, it’s a tale that transports readers into the lives of her characters. The Details At the heart of the novel is the protagonist. Her mysterious disappearance years earlier continues to haunt her husband and their…
