Category Archives: Young Adult

Book Review and Blog Tour: Unseelie by Ivelisse Housman

Posted on January 3, 2023 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

About the book:  Six of Crows meets the Iron Fey series in this high-energy YA fantasy that follows the adventures of changeling Seelie and her twin sister as they embark upon the heist of a lifetime for a mystery legacy. … Continue reading →

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Blog Tour and Book Review: A Forgery of Roses by Jessica Olson

Posted on March 30, 2022 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

ABOUT THE BOOK: From the author of Sing Me Forgotten comes a lush new fantasy novel with an art-based magic system, romance, and murder… Myra has a gift many would kidnap, blackmail, and worse to control: she’s a portrait artist … Continue reading →

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Book Review and Blog Tour: The Kindred by Alechia Dow

Posted on January 7, 2022 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

ABOUT THE BOOK: “Utterly swoony…an endearing reminder that true love can change the world”—J. Elle, New York Times bestselling author of Wings of Ebony To save a galactic kingdom from revolution, Kindred mind-pairings were created to ensure each and every person would be seen and … Continue reading →

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Blog Tour: Lies My Memory Told Me by Sacha Wunsch

Posted on October 26, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

ABOUT THE BOOK: From the thrilling voice of Sacha Wunsch comes a heart-stopping psychological mystery in a world where memories can be shared—but maybe not trusted. Enhanced Memory changed everything. By sharing someone else’s memory, you can experience anything and … Continue reading →

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Book Review and Blog Tour: Luminous by Mara Rutherford

Posted on October 3, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

ABOUT THE BOOK: From the author of Crown of Coral and Pearl comes an immersive new fantasy about a witch who must learn to harness her power—or risk losing her loved ones forever. Liora has spent her life in hiding, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Alchemy Thief by R. A. Denny

Posted on September 18, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

From Goodreads: When the secrets of the past threaten to destroy the future. A tale of hope, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of a woman, this sweeping epic spans the Atlantic from New England to Morocco during the Age of … Continue reading →

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Book Review and Blog Tour: Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche by Nancy Springer

Posted on September 6, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

Title: Enola Holmes and the Black Barouche (Enola Holmes #7) Author: Nancy Springer Genre: Young Adult, Historical Fiction, Mystery Where to buy: Macmillan, Amazon (affiliate link) Would I recommend: Yes! Enola Holmes is a delight. Book Information: ENOLA HOLMES AND THE BLACK … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Crowns of Croswald by D. E. Night

Posted on March 7, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

From Goodreads: This is a page-turning fantasy in the tradition of fairy tales, whimsical worlds, and coming-of-age stories. The Crowns of Croswald invites young readers to explore themes of stepping into their own magic, discovering their true selves, and battling … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Pudge & Prejudice by A. K. Pittman | Lone Star Book Blog Tours

Posted on February 4, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

PUDGE AND PREJUDICE by A.K. PITTMAN Categories: YA / Clean & Wholesome Romance / ’80s Publisher: Wander (a division of Tyndale House) Date of Publication: January 12, 2021 Number of Pages: 352 pages Scroll down for Giveaway! A Mixtape of … Continue reading →

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Can’t-Wait Wednesday: The Stone Eater by Carol Beth Anderson

Posted on February 3, 2021 by theplainspokenpen@gmail.com

Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme that highlights books soon to be released, the ones we’re excited about but haven’t read yet. It’s hosted by Wishful Endings, and was formerly hosted by Breaking the Spine. Y’all can check out all of this week’s … Continue reading →

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