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Welcome to the Dark Side Book 2 of The Fallen Men series by Giana Darling | A Book Review

By Quills and Pages
I found this book accidentally ... totally by chance....when I was searching for books with a disability rep. And I am so happy that I found it. This book covers some taboo topics that might make some people uncomfortable but I like to read taboo topics so here I am reviewing this book. This book is mild compared to dark romance stuff...but it is spicy with an amazing plot. And it covers one of my favorite tropes......Fated soulmates and a disability trope... so, get right to the review.  Welcome to the Dark Side is the second book in the Fallen Men series written by Giana Darling   Here is a brief synopsis of the book. I was a good girl. I ate my vegetables, volunteered at the local autism center, and sat in the front pew of church every Sunday. Then, I got cancer. What the hell kind of reward was that for a boring life well lived? I was a seventeen-year-old paradigm of virtue and I was tired of it. So, when I finally ran into the man I'd been writing to since he saved my l...
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A Cursed Love Myths of Airren Book 3 written by Jenny Hickman | A Book Review

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***This is a review of an ARC sample audiobook from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*** I did not want to finish this book. I started listening to this audiobook in January and February is about to end. The world of  Airren  is so amazing plus the characters were so fun that I wanted to listen to them bicker again and again.  A Cursed Love is the third book in the series of  Myths of Airren  written by  Jenny Hickman .  This book focused on the 4 characters from the past books.  Tadhg and Keelynn,  Aveen and Rían  plus one pooka named Ruairi. The story revolves around these silly amazing characters and their struggles for their love and relationships then the blight that is ravaging their lands and last but not least the looming threat of the phantom Queen who is after them all. Here is a brief synopsis of the book; Meanwhile, Aveen and Rían grapple with personal demons and the vengeance of the Phantom Queen, leaving peace elu...
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My Review of Gold Book 5 of the Plated Prisoner Series written by Raven Kennedy

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I am having a mixed feeling right now. I just finished reading this 5th book in the series and I am......well, I don't know what I feel. This book was an emotional rollercoaster. It made me feel things.....things I have long forgotten....things people write books about.....I am rambling again but this is my mental state at this point....this is all due to Raven Kennedy and her books. I found this book series from booktok last year. It was not very popular but someone recommended reading it and when I read the series......omg 🤌🤌. The book is a retelling of King Midas and his golden touch but there is a twist in this book.....King Midas is a fraud in this book and he is keeping a girl prisoner who has the golden touch.   Here is the synopsis;  "Find me in another life. Find me in them all." Every end is also a beginning. I thought I was going to die, and would have if it weren’t for Slade. The only way he could save me was to open a rip between worlds. The only way for me...
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Dirty Blood Series Book 2 | A Review of Bite the Terror that feeds written by Penelope Barsetti

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***Thank you to NetGalley, Penelope Barsetti, and Dreamscape Media for sending me the audiobook to review.** *   This is the review of  Bite the Terror that Feeds  written by  Penelope Barsetti . I got the audiobook from Netgalley.  Upon reading the last book I wanted to know the story of Larissa and Kindsnake but I got a surprise in this book. This book introduced a second lead couple which is more interesting than the main couple. They are much more fun plus the plot thickens in the world of Vampires and Ethereals.  Here is a brief synopsis of the book;  He gave me his word—and he broke it. Kingsnake promised me he would let me go once he found the cure, but he’s known this entire time and never once shared it with me. And now that I know the truth, that there is no cure, he still won’t let me go. Now I’m his prisoner once again. He asks to feed from me several times, but I refuse all his advances. If he wants my blood, he’ll have to force it from me...
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Self Destructive Habits you should avoid if you want to live a happy healthy life

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Staying happy is an art in itself. We encounter many people in our lives who are not ever happy and who don't know how to be happy. and then there is another set of people who are happy even though their life keeps knocking them down consistently. I have a lot of such people in my life who are happy in every kind of situation. Happiness comes to those who know how to appreciate what they have, not those who just never acknowledge what they have.  If you want to stay and be happy you should avoid these stupid and unhealthy habits that I learned over the years from experience and  people close to me. 1. Stop Complaining.. It's okay to complain once in a while when you are fed up with your life but people who just complain over everything even the good things should check themselves. Try to think positive...try to think good in any situation and circumstances..try to appreciate the good around you..try to celebrate what you have rather than complaining about what you don't hav...
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How I imagined the characters of Caraval | Fan Art created by Me.

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If you have read Caraval series you would know about Tella, Legend, Julian and Scarlet. I absolutely fell in love with these characters. I am currently reading Finale; third book in the series. and between the gap I though why not try my hand in crafting these characters as I pictured them in my head. So I used various drawing tools and softwares to create something as similar to as I pictured. So here is my fan art of these characters. Do tell what you think about it.  Donatella Dragna   Legend Julian Santos Scarlet Dragna Let's see when I will be able to compete it. I post my art content here on Instagram: @thequillcanvas .   Happy Reading!! ❤ 🎧☕️🕯️📖 ❤    
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Dirty Blood Series Book 1 of Bite the woman that feeds written by Penelope Barsetti | A Book Review

By Quills and Pages
This is the review of  Bite the woman that feeds  written by  Penelope Barsetti . I got the audiobook of second and third book  from Netgalley.  I was also hearing a lot of good things about this book on  Tiktok . Some of my fellow booktokers recommended it. This book is a Vampire fantasy paranormal Romance so yeah I had to read it. Vampire Romance is ðŸ’“. So I decided to read the first one. Here is the brief synopsis of the book;  In a kingdom ravaged by an incurable sickness, Larissa stand immune, tending to the sick and dying. Betrayed by the newly crowned king, who reneges on their betrothal due to his station's demands, she faces a new horror as the vampire King, Kingsnake, who demands my sacrifice in exchange for sparing our people. Despite my loathing for him, she become his captive, only to discover a startling shift in his demeanor when he tastes her blood—his desire for her overwhelms even her past love. Though she resist the notion ...
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Plated Prisoner Series | A series review (Spoiler Alert!!!)

By Quills and Pages
  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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A Critical Lens on 'Hunting Adeline' by H.D. Carlton: Exploring the Disturbing Themes | A Review

By Quills and Pages
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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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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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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On Wings of Blood by Briar Boleyn | A Review

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What's Up, Readers!! Welcome to Quills and Pages. I just finished On Wings of Blood arc....and now I am here to write the review. the book is written by Briar Boleyn and Thank you to Netgally and the author for this arc. iSo, let's start the review BLURB I didn't sign up for this. A half-fae in a school of highblood vampires? That's a recipe for torment. I'm Medra Pendragon—last of the dragon riders, or so they tell me. Funny thing is, there are no dragons left. Not a single one. But somehow, that hasn't stopped the vampires from deciding I'm worth capturing. Now I'm stuck at Bloodwing Academy, where the highbloods run everything and blightborn like me? We're just blood in their veins, pawns in their games. But that's not even the worst part. Enter Blake Drakharrow. Cold, arrogant, and way too gorgeous for his own good. He's been tormenting me since the moment we met, and now, thanks to some ancient ritual, we're betrothed. He acts like h...
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