It’s been a while since I’ve read a collection of short stories, and this one is definitely worth a read. The introduction explains how this anthology is a way for Queer People of Color to reclaim the narrative of “other,” “savage,” or “monster.” A chance for these authors to celebrate the complexity of their long-denied […]
I actually had this whole thing written out back in February but forgot to post it. Oops!! First, the novel’s concept was quite compelling and made me want to read it, along with the cover. Second, I’m all for feminism and women helping women, but this novel fell flat. There were too many plot holes […]
Title: The Hacienda Author: Isabel Cañas Publisher: Berkley Published: 3 May 2022 Pages: 352 Note: this will not be a spoiler-free review, you have been warned. In a post-war society, Beatriz has no father, no home, and no place in society. So when handsome Don Rodolfo Solórzano proposes, Beatriz ignores the rumors surrounding his first […]
Title: The Dead and the Dark Author: Courtney Gould Publisher: Wednesday Books Published: 3 August 2021 Pages: 352 Content Warnings: Homophobia, hate crime, death, murder, child death, biphobia I received an eARC via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Wow! I am blown away by how this all came together. The Dead and the […]