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.