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The Sun and the Starmaker by Rachel Griffin | Book Review

MariaFebruary 15, 2026

There once was a village so far north that most considered it the top of the world… and in that village, the Sun fell in love with her Starmaker. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Nature of Witches comes a whimsical and sweeping romantic fantasy. […]

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2026 NetGalley TBR

MariaFebruary 10, 2026

NetGalley has awarded me with 4 books to read and review. 4! I’m excited about it, but also feeling a little overwhelmed. The best way I can break it down, is to read through them according to publication date so I can get a […]

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Six Crimson Cranes: Book 1 by Elizabeth Lim | Book Review

MariaJanuary 21, 2026

A princess in exile, the boy she left at the altar, six enchanted cranes, and a dragon from the deepest sea. Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth LimPublished by Ember; July 26, 2022Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Retellings, Fiction, MythologyType: DuologyPages: 456 PagesFormat: PaperbackSource: My BookshelfT/W: […]

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#Goodreads Year in Books 2025

MariaJanuary 1, 2026

2025 was an amazing year for reading. I challenge myself to read at least 1 book a month – for a total of 12 books a year. The impossibility of reading 5 times my goal was an unexpected surprise. I’m happy to announce that […]

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Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao | Book Review

MariaDecember 24, 2025

Would you rewrite your destiny if it meant losing a part of your past? Step into the captivating and romantic fantasy novel that will sweep you away on an unforgettable adventure – perfect for fans of Studio Ghibli, Erin Morgenstern and Before the Coffee Gets […]

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November 2025 Reading Wrap-up

MariaDecember 10, 2025

I missed out on doing an update for October. I’m sorry! My college courses have been keeping me occupied. However! I did get some reading done, so let’s do a quick run through of all that I read since October (and of course November!) […]

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The House Saphir by Marissa Meyer | Book Review

MariaNovember 4, 2025

“BLOODY BRILLIANT!” From the #1 New York Times bestselling “Queen of Fairytale Retellings” and author of Cinder and Heartless, this is the tale of Bluebeard as it’s never been told before–a thrilling romantasy and murder mystery. The House Saphir by Marissa MeyerPublished by Faber and Faber Ltd; November 4, 2025Genres: Fantasy […]

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First Lines Friday – 31st October 2025

MariaOctober 31, 2025

First Lines Friday is a weekly post hosted by Wandering Words. In this post, instead of judging a book by its cover, its author, or its prestige, we judge it by its opening lines. To do this simply: 1. Pick a book off your shelf (it could […]

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Never Ever After by Sue Lynn Tan | Book Review

MariaOctober 21, 2025

Not all fairy tales end happily ever after in this Cinderella-inspired fantasy by the bestselling author of Daughter of the Moon Goddess—for fans of Renée Ahdieh, Tahereh Mafi, and Stephanie Garber. Never Ever After: Book 1 by Sue Lynn TanPublished by Little, Brown Books for […]

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September 2025 Reading Wrap-up

MariaOctober 8, 2025

September was a slow month. I’ll admit it. However, juggling and multi tasking between 4-5 different books is not easy. Thankfully, I was able to deduct two from my currently reading. Carl’s Doomsday Scenario by Matt DinnimanOverall rating: ★★★★☆ | 4.5 / 5 This […]

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Maria D.

Maria D.

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I am an avid reader and audiobook listener, who also enjoys doing a variety of arts and crafts such as painting, drawing, knitting, crocheting and the occasional cross-stitching. As a mother of four, I am continuously looking for age-appropriate, meaningful and valuable stories to teach lessons and spark the imagination.

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