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Between Flames and Deceit by M. A .Frick | A Review

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What's Up, Readers!! Welcome to Quills and Pages. I just finished Between Flames and Deceit arc....and now I am here to write the review before I forget this feeling. The book is written by M. A Frick. We bonded over our mutual love for age-gap romances and little I knew she was writing one of her own. BLURB She wasn’t allowed to fall in love. Least of all with the father of her betrothed. When Nienna, the Dragon’s Heart, sails to Radaan, she knows she’s bound for a marriage to a prince she’s never met. No stranger to duty, she welcomes the alliance as any princess should. But the prince is not what she expected. Kallias, king of Radaan, has spent a lifetime fighting. A treaty ends the war between Radaan and Vellos, but it hinges upon the marriage of his son. If their betrothal ends, the tentative peace will crumble. Yet Nienna is more than he expected. Forged of fire and steel, her responsibility to kingdom mirrors his own. Nienna needs to feed her people. Kallias needs her dragon...
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Book Of The Month | February 2025

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    The Forgotten Earth Book Blurb He's the soldier who is supposed to kill her for the knowledge she stole. She's the one that gets him to fight for her instead. In a world on the brink of extinction, Willow’s mission is to save everyone she can. Armed with forbidden knowledge from banned books, she attempts to fix the food system, aiming to bring back what was plants. But in a world controlled by a powerful Elite, her knowledge could lead to her death. Liam is a soldier with nothing left. A slave in a system he cannot break free from, carrying out death in the name of the Elite. Just like most, he has lost all hope for the world they live in. When the city around them crumbles, they are both forced onto a new path, unexpectedly colliding with one another. As they embark on a journey to find other survivors like them, and as their connection grows, so does Willow’s unexpected power to re-grow the Earth. The journey is wrought with mystical monsters, unexpected magic, and a se...
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Book Of the Month | January 2025

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   The Poisoner Book Blurb "Have you ever wondered how long it would take for a lethal dose of arsenic to kill you? Thirty-five hours, twenty-nine minutes, and fifteen seconds. I should know. I counted myself." Amidst the gaslit alleys and cobblestone streets of Victorian London, two killers find themselves entangled in a waltz they cannot escape. Alina Lis, a botanist and hobbyist poisoner, has a pastime of killing unsavory men in her twisted sense of poetic justice. When she targets the conceited playboy, Silas Forbes, only to find him in her apothecary the following week, she discovers human men are the least of her problems. The pair’s unlikely association sparks gossip among affluent society. As their mysterious bond deepens, a chilling truth emerges—concealed identities, lurking foes, and questions as plentiful as the hydra’s head brew within this haunting Gothic tale of violent passion. Will Silas and Alina find themselves in each other's arms, or will the shadows ...
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Cover Reveal of Darkland | Author Laura Vega

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   What's Up, Readers!! Welcome to Quills and Pages. Today I am revealing "THE COVER" for an amazing upcoming dark Fantasy by none other thatnLaura Vega. BLURB What would you do if you woke up in a deadly game, relying only on your instincts and a mystical bond with a dangerous being to survive? Cassie is trapped in a shimmering crystal cage, deep within Darkland, a magical theme park ruled by goddesses who revel in human trials. Armed with only a mysterious key, she must navigate a world where reality shifts and danger lurks at every turn. The mirrors taunt her with eerie reflections, each one hiding secrets she must uncover to escape. As she ventures deeper, Cassie crosses paths with Khaos, a god of strategy and mischief. His cryptic guidance could lead her to freedom or pull her further into the game's dark grip. Can she trust him, or is he just another piece in this twisted puzzle? Perfect for fans of The Night Circus and Caraval, Darkland is a spellbinding journe...
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Sparks of the Everflame by Penn Cole | A Review

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What's Up, Readers!! Welcome to Quills and Pages. Today I am reviewing Book One in this very famous series these days......Sparks of the Everflame; written by Author Penn Cole. BLURB When old secrets catch fire, everything will burn. In a mortal world colonized by the gods and ruled over by the Descended, their cruel offspring, Diem Bellator yearns to escape the insular life of her poor village. Her mother’s sudden disappearance—and the discovery of a dangerous secret about her past—offer Diem an unexpected opportunity to enter the dark world of Descended royalty and unlock the web of mysteries her mother left behind. With the dying King’s handsome, mysterious heir watching her every move, and a ruthless mortal alliance recruiting her to join the growing civil war, Diem will have to navigate the unwritten rules of love, power, and politics in order to save her family—and all of mortalkind. GENRE  Romantasy TROPES ☙  Enemies to enemies ☙  Slow-Burn ☙ Reluctant Allies ☙ For...
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Rin: An Assassin's Tale by Claire A. Brower | A Review

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What's Up, Readers!! Welcome to Quills and Pages. Today I am back with another great book Rin: An Assassin's tale by Claire A. Brower. This is the first book in the series featuring amazing world of secret societies and elite female assassins. An absolute dream......female assassins are like superior of everything 😅. Let's start the review shall we. BLURB Catherine Harridan is a woman of many names and many talents. She was groomed from a young age to be Wraithland’s top assassin. Now in her mid-30s, she has settled into the life built for her, until a long-buried vision from her childhood flashes through her mind raising questions about the motivations of her employers and the kingdom that she has spent her life working and killing for. An ancient prophecy comes to light that promises to change everything about the world as they know it, threatening everything her kingdom has worked for. The prophecy, along with a mysterious newcomer, creates tension between her and her ...
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The Awakening | Zodiac Academy Series written by Caroline Peckham and Suzanne Valenti | A Book Review

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Alright, here I am, sharing my thoughts on the first book The Awakening from Zodiac Academy series written by Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti . I decided to start reviewing this series as it falls under the 'enemies to lovers ' and 'bullies romance' genres, which are right up my alley. I'm a sucker for this type of book and I am always on the hunt for such books. Someone made a video of this book on TikTok and I was like I had to read it. So, I began reading the book and I fell into a rabbit hole of Magic Academy, hot assholes, and alternative Fae world. It felt like diving into a more mature version of Harry Potter. Needless to say, I absolutely loved this first installment. GENRE   Bully Paranormal Romance THEME AND TONE Mystery, Drama, Action LANGUAGE AND WRITING STYLE Easy to Read CHARACTERS Growing and Changing characters TROPES ☙ Bully Romance ☙ Insane Chemistry ☙ Lost Princesses ☙ Multiple Love Interests ☙ Teacher Student Romance ☙ Hate to Hate and ...
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A Critical Lens on 'Hunting Adeline' by H.D. Carlton: Exploring the Disturbing Themes | A Review

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I kept delaying writing the review because I had to remember it and didn't want to do that. This 2nd book of Cat and Mouse duet is the story of a human trafficking survivor. This book is a huge  TRIGGER WARNING . Kindly proceed with caution. I even got traumatized after reading it. So to explain the synopsis; Adeline (the main character) got kidnapped at the end of the first book and sold to some people who groomed her for some very rich and powerful clients.  Almost half of the book is based on Adeline surviving the worst situations possible for a woman. Adeline had one advantage someone was fervently searching for her, and eventually, Zade managed to rescue her after four agonizing months. The scene when Zade finds her and she just could not believe it. She crumbled to her knees thinking she was hallucinating. After Zade brings her home she struggles so hard to process her trauma. She learns to fight to take control of her life. She gets close to her mother. She hates h...
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Where is Molly by H.D Carlton | A Review

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  Where is Molly is a stand alone book written by H.D Carlton. It is set in the Universe of Haunting Adeline. The story revolves around Molly...the girl we found in Hunting Adeline. Her diary was founded by Adeline under the floor and us readers always wanted to know if she succeeded in running away from that awful place.  Blurb A spinoff of the Cat & Mouse Duet... “Molly Devereaux has been missing for more than two weeks, and police are still searching for the girl who seemed to vanish out of thin air. The world still wants to know... Where's Molly?” In my dreams, I never escaped the Oregon woods. Life after death isn't easy to accept, especially when I still feel like a ghost. Now, I live deep in the mountains of Montana—the paradigm of beauty. But they are also the home of horrors. Horrors that I only unleash at night. When my pigs are allowed to feast. It is strongly recommended to read Haunting Adeline and Hunting Adeline before reading Where's Molly. Important No...
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Plated Prisoner Series | A series review (Spoiler Alert!!!)

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  Have you ever stumbled upon a series that not only captures your imagination but also challenges the norms of classic narratives? Recently, I had the privilege of delving into the spellbinding world of the Plated Prisoner series, written by Raven Kennedy. If you haven't yet experienced this literary masterpiece, be prepared for a rollercoaster ride of intrigue, deception, and personal growth. Embark with me on a journey through the twists and turns of these books, where the conventional story of King Midas and his golden touch takes an unexpected and captivating turn. A Twist on a Classic Tale The foundation of the Plated Prisoner series rests upon the iconic figure of King Midas and his fabled golden touch. However, Kennedy masterfully introduces a twist; King Midas, rather than possessing the golden touch, is revealed to be a fraud, capitalizing on the real power held by this beautiful character Auren. Auren, with her genuine golden touch, becomes the linchpin of the plot as ...
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Illusion of Stars by Sarah Marie Page | A Review

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Disclaimer: This blog post contains affiliate links. If you click on these links and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This helps support my blog and allows me to continue providing valuable content. I only recommend products and services that I personally use and believe will add value to my readers. Thank you for your support! First things first!!!.... This is a review of an ARC sample from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review... Illusion of Stars is the first book written by Author Sarah Marie Page . I was not expecting what I read......OMG!!!!!This is definitely one of those books you find by pure accidents and then you could not let go after finishing it and it stays with you for a lifetime.....I just finished reading it and I am going to write my review before i forget things to write about. So let's get into it. Blurb She's stealing more than secrets. As the royal physician of a tiny, windswept island, Isabel spends her d...
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