Review: Bones of Jade, Flesh Like Ice
Yu’er is a teenager when her parents leave her with her new husband, Xiaozhu. He’s uncomfortable around her but kind. Over time, they become friends before falling in love, but after receiving a curse, they’re left destitute and estranged. Taking control of her fate, Yu’er makes a deal with a jing – leave Xiaozhu forever, and she’ll never be powerless again. Her choice brings enormous power, but it may kill her humanity. As she adjusts to her new life, Yu’er must decide what matters most and what she’ll sacrifice to keep it.
Review: The House Built on Alligator Bones
Dartrine believes she’s alone after her mother’s death when she hears from the Greers, long-lost wealthy relatives. Excited to meet her extended family, she visits them in Florida. She arrives to find she’s in a competition to inherit the family alligator farming business. While there, she learns the business is plagued by strange occurrences. Her grandmother believes a legendary alligator, killed by their ancestor, is responsible, and Dart feels a shadowy, angry presence in Greer House. As she learns more about the family legacy, Dart has to choose between continuing violent traditions or finding a new way forward.
Review: The Book of Lost Hours
The time space is an endless library which contains the memories of everyone who has died. This library can only be accessed with special watches that used to be passed down family lines, but eventually, government agencies gained control of the watches. They now choose which memories survive. Three decades apart, Lisavet Levy and Amelia Duquesne both explore the time space, and the irrevocable consequences of meddling with time.
Review: The Perfect Crimes of Marian Hayes
Rob Brooks is an upbeat and charming thief, con artist, and – in the case of Marian Hayes – blackmailer, but Marian – the Duchess of Clare – is not at all what he expected. While Rob is a thorn in her side, Marian has bigger problems. To solve them, she drags Rob into the English countryside. Along the way, they have a few drinks, pick a few pockets, and enjoy each others’ company. It’s the most fun they’ve had in ages. The only question is if they’ll be able to escape the past and stay together.