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  Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) Thank you to Anas Hakeem for this gifted ARC. Please visit https://www.anashakeem.com/  for more information about the book. It's a story about Adam, an eleven-year-old orphan who's spent his entire life thinking he's cursed. Strange things follow Adam wherever he goes: paint pots fall on people's heads, bathroom taps mysteriously flood, and bullies seem to follow him around. Worst of all, Adam's shadow has started moving on its own, writhing and stretching whenever he feels strong emotions. He's learned to keep his head down, stay invisible, and pray that no one notices the thing on the wall behind him.  But everything changes when Adam discovers that he's not cursed at all. He's Gushmar, a person born with magical energy called Gushoolah and an "Animal" fused within his very being. Suddenly, he's whisked away from the adoption center and into the magical world of Teraquair, where he finds ...

  Genre: Psychological Thriller, Adult Fiction Published: August 18, 2026 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐ (3/5)  Thank you to Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op and NetGalley for this gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review. This story is about Ivy, early 20s, who is dating Kai, a sweet guy whose big dream is making prosthetic arms for veterans. Ivy is super rich, and her father doesn't like their relationship; he already has someone else picked out for her. Kai’s family runs Lindholm Doors, and though the business is struggling, his father is there for him. Meanwhile, Ivy’s father's shadow haunts them. The book switches between Ivy and Kai’s POV. We watch them chase their goals, fight for their love, and actually get married. But then, things get real, and he suddenly changes. They hit a totally unexpected challenge that flips both their lives upside down, and suddenly their relationship isn’t just about disapproving parents anymore; it’s tangled up with mental health and messy circumstances ne...

  Genre: Romance, Adult Fiction Published: July 28, 2026 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Thank you to Hambright PR for this gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review. When Molly gets rejected by her boyfriend to move in together, she decides to move in with her friends instead... and Garett, the mechanic she’s basically hated since the day they first met. When one of Garrett's roommates moves out, he never expected Molly would be the one taking the spare room. But who knows what living together will bring?  This is a slow-burn romance. You'll see how their relationship builds naturally, with no exaggerated drama. It’s all about talking to each other, figuring out how to fit into each other’s lives, and stepping out of your comfort zone just because you want to make it work. It’s the little consistent efforts that get me every time. Their dynamic is so healthy; it’s actually refreshing. So many cute moments and silly little banter between them that just made me smile while reading. No tox...

  Genre: Mystery, Psychological Thriller Published: August 19, 2026 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)  Thank you to Storm Publishing and NetGalley for this gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review. Louise and her boyfriend James decide to go on a road trip with the camper van that they build themself. But here’s the thing: James doesn’t know that for Louise, this is not just a fun trip, but a journey to reveal her brother's murder. Years ago, her brother Ben disappeared on a family camping trip. Even though the guy who did it is locked up, he never said where Ben is buried. So now, Louise is determined to find the answers.  I got hooked on the story literally from page one. The thrill and tension are already there. As I read this book, I got haunted by that constant feeling like something’s just off. The road trip part made it even better, all that open space but feeling totally isolated. So atmospheric I was practically holding my breath half the time!  The only thing that disa...

  Genre: Psychological Thriller Expected: January 12, 2027 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)  Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for this gifted ARC in exchange for an honest review. The story focuses on Ava and Bentley, siblings with only eleven months apart and inseparable growing up. Yet they are perceived very differently. Ava is the golden child, disciplined, driven, and destined for great things. While Bentley is seen as the one who is restless, reckless, and constantly gets in trouble. Everything changes in one night when Ava makes a terrible mistake. She gets behind the wheel and hits her classmate. Terrified that her future will be ruined, she calls the one person she trusts most, Bentley. He arrives within minutes and makes a split-second decision: he takes the blame upon himself. What follows is a cascade of lies and mounting pressure that builds every day. Bentley carries a burden that no one should have to bear until eventually, he reaches his limit. He wants the tru...

  Genre: Contemporary Romance Format: Audiobook Expected: August 29, 2026 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)  Thank you to Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op and NetGalley for this gifted ALC in exchange for an honest review. In Wallflower in Bloom, we follow Violet Parker, a plant lover who runs her own shop called Bloom and prefers staying out of the spotlight. She has a huge crush on British actor Jack Grant and never imagined he’d end up at her door. When Jack gets caught up in a media scandal, he needs somewhere to lie low while his agent handles the damage control. He's supposed to live at his friend's house, but when his friend's girlfriend is allergic to Jack's cat, he has to find another place, which is Violet's house. Then, they come to a mutually beneficial arrangement: they’ll pretend to date to help repair Jack’s public image, and in return, he’ll help Violet build her confidence, especially when it comes to public speaking. As the summer goes on, they grow closer and sl...

  Genre: Romance, Adult Fiction Format: eBook & Audiobook Expected: August 27, 2026 Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5) Wild About You is about a veterinarian, Cassie Thompson, who comes to Maryland for a fresh start. But then she bumps into an escaped tiger and a grumpy lumberjack/landlord, Noah Reed. Noah’s swamped with work, tricky tenants, and heavy baggage, while Cassie’s sworn off heartbreak, until one wine-fueled night turns their bickering into something far more personal. Now, with Noah's mother's sanctuary and Cassie's career on the line, these reluctant neighbors must set aside their differences and undeniable spark to save what matters most. Here’s the thing that really got me: this book didn’t just give me a cute romance; it gave me great characters. I loved how much we get to see of each character's pasts, their struggles, and all the stuff they’re still healing from. Nothing felt forced, which made me connect with them more easily. It’s got all the good stuff too: the...