Riedl's "A Weave of Lies" had me hooked from the start. It has everything I hunger for in a dark fantasy romance- sorcery, mystery, danger, and that delicious enemies-to-lovers spark. The story opens with Semras, a witch living quietly in the woods, while her world turns upside down when Inquisitor Estevan Velten shows up at her door. Surprise, surprise- he’s not there to burn her, but to consult her on a murder.

Lenore Nox's "Grimoire’s Bride" had a killer premise and moments of fun, steamy energy, but it didn’t come together as a full story for me. If you’re here just for spice and a badass heroine, you might enjoy it more. But as a reader who loves when romance and fantasy world-building weave together seamlessly, I felt let down.

Elizabeth Stoots’ debut novel, "Blood Luster," is an enthralling blend of romance, mystery, and supernatural intrigue that grips the reader from the very first page. At a concise 220 pages, this fast-paced novel packs a significant punch, weaving a tale full of unexpected twists and turns.

Veronica Lancet’s "Barbi and The Villain" is an enthralling dive into a richly crafted fantasy world that leaves readers breathless and yearning for more. The novel weaves a tale of unexpected romance, thrilling plot twists, and profound character development that captivates from the first page to the last.