September was a busy month for many of us! We have just a few reporting in for this month’s list of what we read, but there are definitely some good things here. Take a look! Cathy The 13th Witch by …

A bestselling French historical fantasy for young adults is now available for English audiences. The Court of Shadows brings both drama and gore to the court of Louis the XIV of France in this alternate history featuring a young protagonist …

When I received a review request for a book that was set in my home state of Minnesota with elements of historical mystery, I had to give it a try. Wow, I’m so glad I did! The Summary Minnesota, 1956 …

I was excited to get the opportunity to review Fair Rosaline by Natasha Solomons, thank you to Sourcebooks for the copy! The Synopsis Was the greatest ever love story a lie? The first time Romeo Montague sees young Rosaline Capulet …

Literary Quicksand readers might remember my reviews of author Natalie Jenner’s first two novels: The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls: two engaging, well-plotted books with interesting characters and fascinating glimpses into history. Jenner has a talent for creating hopeful …

A lot of fun was packed into this summer. But you know what? I’m ready for fall. I’m ready to break out my sweatshirts for cozy season. Hopefully, along with cozy season will come more time to read some great …

The Summary What if you could have one more day with someone you lost? Diana Merriman, a physical therapist, is probably the only person in the small town of Snow Haven, North Carolina, who isn’t looking forward to Christmas. It’s …

I read All the Lonely People by Mike Gayle for book club. I had heard great things about it, so I really was looking forward to diving in! Read on to see what I thought. The Summary In weekly phone …