This NA novel takes place at Enchanted Dominion, a stand-in for Disney World (my favorite!). Protagonist Alyssa is relatably flawed and instantly likable, and I’ve got a new favorite Book Boy in Miller. The Truth About Happily Ever After is everything I wanted it to be - fantastic writing, layered characters who are so easy to root for, and super swoony romance. The Truth About Happily Ever After by Karole Cozzo – I’ve loved all of my Swoon Sister Karole’s books, but this one is definitely my new favorite.
Pick this one up if you’re nostalgic for paranormal romance, or if you like captivating characters and evocative prose.
While the story is action-packed, author Jeff Giles has infused some smart humor into, too, which made it a super entertaining read. The voice of this debut impressed me, too. I love Zoe for her stubbornness and sass, and I love X for his vulnerability and sense of chivalry, and I love the two of them together because, despite the completely bonkers situation they find themselves in, they just… make sense.
The gist: Montana girl meets underworldly (yes) boy mayhem, mystery, and romance ensue. I bought The Edge of Everything because of its fabulous cover, but didn’t know much about what I was getting into until I started reading. The Edge of Everything by Jeff Giles – This is a cool book - it calls back to those 2007-2009 paranormal romances we all loved so much, but it definitely has its own unique spin. Recommended for anyone with an interest in American history, and fans of sweeping historical fiction. The Invention of Wings is a difficult read, as it holds little back in the way of depicting the severe realities of slavery, but it is also a beautiful story about love and sacrifice and standing up for what’s right. Both Sarah and Handful are strong women with agency, and their evolving relationship is fascinating. I was worried that this tale would center on Sarah helping Handful to freedom, but it doesn’t. It’s based on the life of historical figures Sarah and Angelina Grimke, early abolitionists and feminists, but also tells the (almost entirely fictionalized) story Hetty “Handful” Grimke, a slave who comes of age in the Grimke household. The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd – This one is the June pick for my book club (I’m actually ahead for once!) and it really impressed me. May has been a super varied month of reading,Īnd I’ve got lots of good stuff to recommend…
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