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5 Enemies-to-Lovers Books to Read Right Now, Part 2

Five more enemies-to-lovers book recommendations.

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Review: The Emperor of Evening Stars by Laura Thalassa

This novella in The Bargainer series chronicles Desmond Flynn’s life before he became the King of Night and Bargainer.

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Review: The Book of Life by Deborah Harkness

The final installment in the All Souls trilogy.

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A Long Weekend in New York City: 3-Day Itinerary

Planning a long weekend getaway to New York City? I’ve got you covered with this 3-day itinerary.

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Review: The Nature of Witches by Rachel Griffin

A witchy read with relevance to the present day through its overarching theme of climate change.

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My Favorite Reads of 2021

I read 50 books this past year. Here are my favorites.

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Vintage Romance: Christmas Carol by Flora Speer

Have you ever wondered what Dickens’ A Christmas Carol would be like if told from the perspective of a woman? If so, this just might be the book for you.

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Christmas Romance Books to Curl up with This Holiday Season

In the mood for a cozy, Christmas romance? I’ve put together a list of a few of my favorite holiday romances.

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Review: Starry Night by Debbie Macomber

A happily-ever-after, holiday romance set in Alaska.

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Review: The Beautiful by Renée Ahdieh

Vampires, New Orleans, mystery, and forbidden love — this young adult novel is one captivating read.

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What to Do in Washington, DC: A 5-Day Itinerary

Looking for things to do in Washington, DC? Here’s a 5-day itinerary.

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Review: The Witches’ Blade by A.K. Mulford

The second book in the fantasy series The Five Crowns of Okrith.

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Review: The High Mountain Court by A.K. Mulford

A spellbinding fantasy replete with magic, romance, and adventure — perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas.

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Review: Caraval by Stephanie Garber

Magic, romance, twists, and a well-crafted world — this book has everything you could want in a fantasy.

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Review: Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness

This second book in the All Souls Trilogy sees Diana and Matthew travel back in time to Elizabethan England in their quest to find Ashmole 782.

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Hiking Guide: Compton Peak from Jenkins Gap via the Appalachian Trail, Shenandoah National Park

A hiking guide to Compton Peak from Jenkins Gap via Appalachian Trail, an easy yet scenic trail in Shenandoah National Park.

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Review: Ruin and Rising by Leigh Bardugo

The third and final installment in the Shadow and Bone Trilogy.

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Fantasy Romance Recommendations

Looking to dip your toes into the fantasy romance genre? I’ve got you covered - here are 5 recommendations.

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Review: These War-Torn Hands by Emily Hayse

The first book in the western fantasy series Knights of Tin and Lead.

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Review: The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen

Enemies to lovers. Slow-burn romance. Fantastic characters. The Bridge Kingdom has everything you could want and then some.