Review Read my book review for The Last One. The Cruel Dawn picks up right where The Last One left off. Kai's tries to pick up the pieces while her fractured memory recovers. As her memories come back to her, so does the guilt of what she did in the past. She spends the entirety of the story trying to redeem herself and protect the realm from the bigger threat, but her past keeps coming back to slap her in the face. 

Review Readers who enjoy psychological suspense will appreciate the misleads and twists that Courtney Psak delivers in The Tutor. She sets the tone early in the story and potentially messy character relationships. Rose has a 14-year-old son James and moves from New York to Florida with her second husband Grant, at the request of her mother-in-law Evelyn. And throughout most of the story, readers will recognize the often tense dynamic between a man's mother and new wife.

Good Hair Days by Grace Helena Walz In this podcast interview Megan welcomes Grace Helena Walz to talk about her new book, Good Hair Days, available November 11. She talks about her experiences as a recently published author. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: Website: Instagram:

Review Amy Rossi delivers a powerful debut with The Cover Girl. Taking place in 70s/80s NYC/LA, readers get an intimate look at the unforgiving world of modeling and fashion, as well as the toxic culture of the music industry through the eyes of an underage girl. While the narrative comes with plenty of potentially triggering content, we see a heartbreaking coming-of-age journey through Birdie's first-person POV.

Review I didn't know what to expect when I started reading this book. But I was pleasantly surprised before after just the history and prologue. Nicholas Keating Casbarro delivers and strong debut with Vitalerium: Descent into the Void. The book is action packed with high stakes, fantastic worldbuilding, a creative and sophisticated plot, interesting and entertaining characters, and even a little romance sprinkled in.

The Betrayal by Heather Ogden In this podcast interview Megan welcomes debut author Heather Ogden to talk about her new book, The Betrayal: The Lies We Fear, available now. She talks about her journey as a new writer and plans for the series. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Website: Instagram: X (Twitter): …

Family & Other Calamities by Leslie Gray Streeter In this podcast interview Megan welcomes award-winning journalist and columnist Leslie Gray Streeter to talk about her book, Family & Other Calamities, available now. She discusses navigating her personal hardships and turning it into a work of comedic fiction. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review:

Review While Women's Fiction isn't on the top of my favorites, Good Hair Days by Grace Helena Walz does the genre justice. It's got everything you expect from the title. The southern vibes, generations of women coming together for each other, and light-hearted moments to cut the tension. But also serious themes, a sprinkle of romance, and an emotional slap to the heart at the end.

Review Helena Hunting does it again with If You Claim Me. With each new installment in the Toronto Terror series, she raises the bar and delivers on character growth, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs.

Bless Your Heart by Lindy Ryan Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan In this podcast interview Megan welcomes award-winning author Lindy Ryan to talk about her new books, Bless Your Heart and Another Fine Mess, available now. She talks about how growing up in the south influenced her book setting and characters. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode:

Review I don't think I've ever read romantic suspense before but boy was I missing out. As someone who enjoys adult romance and is a sucker for suspense/thriller stories, how have I not dabbled into this genre-blend before? Thank the book world for Trilina Pucci and One Killer Night. I can appreciate that she took a risk with this one and am so happy that she delivered.

Review I'm not sure why I waited so long to start reading Meghan Quinn's books, but better late than never. Romance lovers and Meghan fans who need a hilarious holiday romcom need look no further. Merry Christmas You Filthy Animal is the perfect story to get you into the Quinnmas spirit.

The Man Next Door by Sheila Roberts In this podcast interview Megan welcomes USA Today Bestselling Author Sheila Roberts to talk about her new book, The Man Next Door, available now. She talks about how her personal life influenced this story. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: Website: …

Review Allison Cundiff delivers a heartfelt and poignant story with Hey Pickpocket. Through Frances's first-person POV, she's talking to the person who stole her phone, passport, and other belongings. She relays her journey of traveling to Ireland after a life-changing incident in her family. She also brought her father's 20-year-old ashes. But she has no way to contact anyone or travel anywhere else.

The Things Gods Break by Abigail Owen In this podcast interview Megan welcomes back New York Times Bestselling Author Abigail Owen to talk about her upcoming book, The Things Gods Break, available October 21. She discusses the challenges of writing a sequel like never before. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review:

Review Sheila Roberts delivers a humorous Rear Window retelling with The Man Next Door. Louise is a ham with a big heart and nosy personality. Zona is just trying to get her life together after her ex-husband drains everything they have. And young Bree has lost all interest of serious long-term relationships due to her mother's history. And they can't seem to get on the right track with their hot new neighbor, Alec.

Review Check out my book review of The Games Gods Play. Abigail Owen definitely took it up a notch with The Things Gods Break. She crafted a narrative with the sequel that turns the first book into a  completely different story. The book picks up right where the first one left off - Lyra and Boone are stuck in Tartarus with the Titans.

Review Amy Award delivers another fun, heartwarming, and spicy romance with The Goat in the Bedroom. The friends-to-lovers trope where he falls first works so well for Gryff and Artie. I quickly became a fan of the Cocky Kingmans and Amy never disappoints with each sibling's love story. Artie, as badass as she is, is so charming and adorable when it comes to dating.

The Ground that Devours Us by Kalla Harris In this podcast interview Megan welcomes Kalla Harris to talk about her YA Dystopian novel, The Ground That Devours Us, available now. She shares her experience as a debut author and surviving the apocalypse.  Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review:

Review RaeAnne Thayne has quickly become one of my favorite non-spicy romance authors. She creates characters with depth and room to grow, plus they relationships and community outside of the their romantic interest. Ryan is a swoony yet straightforward FMC who has a playful side. Holly is as caring, driven, and protective as any mom of a special needs daughter would be.

Sister Creatures Laura Venita Green In this podcast interview Megan welcomes Laura Venita Green to talk about her new book, Sister Creatures, available October 7. She talks about how her personal life influenced this story. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: Website: Instagram: Facebook: Link to Purchase: …

Review Laura Venita Green delivers a strong debut with Sister Creatures. The book is a shorter read broken up into seemingly separate short stories. But the small town and mysterious local legend provide a lingering connection amongst the four female POVs and their journeys. The author explores the helplessness one may feel when faced with limited resources and even rarer opportunities to simply live their own life.

All This Could Be Yours by Hank Phillipi Ryan In this podcast interview Megan welcomes USA Today Bestselling Author Hank Phillipi Ryan to talk about her book, All This Could Be Yours, available now. She talks about her process for writing psychological thrillers. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review:

Wicked Believer by Kait Ballenger In this podcast interview Megan welcomes back Kait Ballenger to talk about her book, Wicked Believer, available September 9. She talks about expanding the love story of her main characters. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: Website: Instagram: TikTok: Goodreads: …

The Shattered King by Charlie N. Holmberg In this podcast interview Megan welcomes back Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author Charlie N. Holmberg to talk about her book, The Shattered King, available now. She talks about building magic unique magic systems and plans for the sequel. Links to find the author and titles discussed in this episode: Cantina Book Club Book Review: