Tag Archives: LGBT

Review: Even Though I Knew the End by C.L. Polk

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Wow. I knew that C.L. Polk could write a fantastic novella, but Even Though I Knew the End blew me away. I could read this novella a million times and never risk getting sick. It’s so complex and beautiful. I’m certain I would find new details with each reading. (Now I want to go back and do exactly that). Continue reading →

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Review: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

I have been hearing about Legends & Lattes nonstop for months! So I finally sat down to read, and let me tell you – it is worth the hype. Every positive thing you’ve heard about this book is probably right. It is such a cozy and fun fantasy novel to dive into. If you’ve been in need of a relaxing read but don’t want to deviate from fantasy, I have good news for you. Continue reading →

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Review: Ocean’s Echo by Everina Maxwell

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Oh wow. I loved Winter’s Orbit and have been looking forward to Ocean’s Echo. It did not disappoint! For those wondering, while Ocean’s Echo is a sequel, there is no requirement to read Winter’s Orbit first (though you should read it, you know, for fun). Continue reading →

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Review: Lavender House by Lev A.C. Rosen

Posted on December 19, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Okay, I’m going to state what is probably obvious – if you pitch a book to me as being a queer version of Knives Out, I will read it. And I’m probably going to cherish it will all of my heart. That was certainly the case for Lavender House, written by Lev A.C. Rosen. Continue reading →

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Review: A Restless Truth by Freya Marske

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

A Restless Truth is the second novel in Freya Marske’s The Last Binding series, and I’ve got to say: I am in love. If you’re hoping for a sapphic experience full of mystery, adventure, and more, you’ve got to check out this latest installment. Continue reading →

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Review: The Heartbreak Bakery by A. R. Capetta

Posted on May 19, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The one and only A.R. Capetta is back with another fantastic book! The Heartbreak Bakery is an LGBT and young adult fantasy novel where a little bit of magic touches upon the real world – in unexpected ways. Continue reading →

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Review: The Midnight Girls by Alicia Jasinska

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

‘m going to read it! The Midnight Girls promised to be a YA fantasy with a mixture of The Wicked Deep (on my TBR list) and House of Salt and Sorrows. It is also very LGBT-friendly, which is a huge plus. Continue reading →

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Review: Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao

Posted on September 21, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Iron Widow is the first novel in a series of the same name, written by Xiran Jay Zhao. This is one of those books that has been getting a lot of ink – and with good reason. I’m so happy to see it making so many different lists, and I hope that many readers get a chance to read it! Continue reading →

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The Dead and the Dark by Courtney Gould

Posted on August 3, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

I was lucky enough to receive an arc of Courtney Gould’s debut novel, The Dead and the Dark, and I’ve got to tell you: this book is everything. It has a little bit of something for everyone, as it blend fantasy, horror, mystery, and thriller elements together. Plus, the novel (and characters) itself is very LGBT+ friendly. Continue reading →

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15 Books with Ace Main Characters

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Pride Month may be over, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop celebrating and acknowledging the diversity among us! And I, for one, feel like there aren’t enough novels with ace main characters or even secondary characters. Or at least, the ones out there don’t get enough attention. So here’s a list of some of our favorites novels and novellas, just for you! This list is going to include asexual, aromantic, demi, and lots of other variants. So hopefully, there is something for everyone here. Continue reading →

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