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Book Review: Corpse Creek by Vincent Ralph
A dark horror story with psychological thriller vibes, Corpse Creek follows Ethan as grief and love push him to question just how far he is willing to go to bring someone he loves back. As the boundaries between life and death begin to blur, Ethan finds himself on a dangerous downward spiral where love may come at a much darker cost.

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Sep 112 min read


Book Review: Night Terror by Vincent Ralph | An 80s Throwback Horror That Will Have You Reaching for Your Walkie-Talkie
A creepy YA thriller, a cursed town, and enough 80s nostalgia to make you want to dust off your old walkie-talkie—Night Terror takes readers back to a time when horror was a little more old-school and a lot of fun.

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Jul 262 min read


Book Review: Paint, Tarot & Murder: My 4-Star Review of Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls
Looking for a fast-paced YA mystery with a unique mix of art, serial killers, tarot, and a little bit of the occult? Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls by Cynthia Murphy kept me hooked with an intriguing mystery, a clever dual timeline, and an investigation led by a determined teen journalist. Here's why I gave it 4 stars!

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Jul 212 min read


Book Review: Dead Fake by Vincent Ralph | A Nostalgic YA Thriller with a Modern AI Twist
If Christopher Pike and Fear Street defined your teenage reading years, Dead Fake will feel wonderfully familiar while adding a modern twist. In my 4.5-star review, I share why Vincent Ralph's first Bleak Haven novel hooked me with its eerie small-town atmosphere, memorable characters, AI-driven mystery, and an ending that left me eager for the next book.

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Jul 82 min read


Book Review: Every Exquisite Thing
I was immediately drawn to Every Exquisite Thing because of its Dorian Gray-inspired premise, but what stayed with me most was its powerful message about beauty and self-worth. With gothic undertones, memorable characters, and plenty to reflect on, this was a thought-provoking 4-star read.

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May 312 min read


Book Review: The Cove
A quiet coastal town, buried secrets, and an unsettling darkness lurking just beneath the surface — The Cove blends gothic horror with thriller elements to create a tense and atmospheric story. As Lindsay becomes drawn deeper into the mysteries surrounding the town, strange events and growing danger force her to confront fears and truths that refuse to stay hidden.

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May 171 min read


Book Review: The Faraway Inn by Sarah Beth Durst
Releasing March 31st, this is one you won’t want to miss. A magical inn, a girl searching for belonging, and a mirror that just might change everything… The Faraway Inn is a heartfelt fantasy filled with wonder, resilience, and the kind of magic that stays with you long after the final page.

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Mar 261 min read


Book Review: When I Was Death by Alexis Henderson
A traveling girl gang in vintage clothes. A truck, an RV, and Death’s bidding. When I Was Death by Alexis Henderson is a haunting, atmospheric story about grief, belonging, and the seductive pull of something darker. It’s dreamy, unsettling, and layered with emotion — a quick read that lingers long after the final page.

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Mar 12 min read


Book Review: Carnival Fantastico by Angela Montoya
Magic hums through every corner of Carnival Fantastico, a richly imagined tale set within a dazzling carnival where nothing is quite as it seems. Angela Montoya weaves a story of found family, redemption, and young love as past and present collide in unexpected ways.

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Feb 12 min read
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