Amanda Jayatissa's previous book, You're Invited, was just okay for me. But I wanted to give her another chance and requested an e-arc of Island Witch on Netgalley. I think Jayatissa should write more horror because this book is incredible. Expected publication is February 20, 2024, and is available for pre-order."Set in 19th century Sri … Continue reading Island Witch by Amanda Jayatissa
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A Mind Spread Out on the Ground by Alicia Elliott
After loving Alicia Elliott's book And Then She Fell I decided to read everything she wrote starting with A Mind Spread Out on the Ground. Turns out I'm Smitten for Nonfiction too. For author bio and content warnings visit the blog post for this book:Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is … Continue reading A Mind Spread Out on the Ground by Alicia Elliott
Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher
Amanda shares spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish content on her blog "Smitten For Fiction". She recommends exploring the authentic dark and complicated fairytales by Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. She praises T. Kingfisher's novel "Thornhedge" as a dark, emotional, and unique retelling of Sleeping Beauty, highlighting the themes of self-doubt, unlikely friendships, and self-acceptance.
The Family Game by Catherine Steadman
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction. About The Book 📚 Title: The Family GameAuthor: Catherine SteadmanPublication Date: 2022Publisher: Ballantine BooksGenre: Adult, SuspensePages: 319Content Warnings: murder, death, fire, pregnancy, suicide, car accident, gun violence, … Continue reading The Family Game by Catherine Steadman
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Happy New Year! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I haven't posted anything in quite some time. I'm sorry if anyone was waiting for reviews of specific books that you've seen me read on Goodreads. I got … Continue reading Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Perfect Little Lives by Amber and Danielle Brown
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I was very excited to be approved for an arc of Perfect Little Lives after loving Someone Had to Do It by twin sisters Amber and Danielle … Continue reading Perfect Little Lives by Amber and Danielle Brown
Learned By Heart by Emma Donoghue
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.After enjoying The Wonder and The Haven I was excited to check out Emma Donoghue's new book Learned By Heart from the library. It's a historical fiction … Continue reading Learned By Heart by Emma Donoghue
Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror edited by Jordan Peele
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction."The visionary writer and director of Get Out, Us, and Nope, and founder of Monkeypaw Productions, curates this groundbreaking anthology of all-new stories of Black horror, exploring not only the terrors … Continue reading Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror edited by Jordan Peele
And Then She Fell By Alicia Elliott
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.And Then She Fell is "A mind-bending, razor-sharp look at motherhood and mental health that follows a young Indigenous woman who discovers the picture-perfect life she always … Continue reading And Then She Fell By Alicia Elliott
Thank you for Sharing by Rachel Runya Katz
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I can't remember what made me request an arc for Thank You For Sharing by Rachel Runya Katz. I think I was looking for September debut book … Continue reading Thank you for Sharing by Rachel Runya Katz
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