Tag: Found Family

Jester by Tim Carter | BBNYA 2026 Semi-Finalist Spotlight

Jester by Tim Carter | BBNYA 2026 Semi-Finalist Spotlight

Meet "Jester" by Tim Carter, a BBNYA 2026 semifinalist! When an army of undead creatures threatens Castle Halfsock, an unlikely goblin hero must navigate foolish nobles, dangerous secrets, and unexpected friendships in this humorous adult fantasy adventure.

The Kauai Refuge by K.A. Jarvis (After the Wave) | Review

The Kauai Refuge by K.A. Jarvis (After the Wave) | Review

The Kauai Refuge by K.A. Jarvis is a powerful, five-star post-apocalyptic survival thriller about a mother's rediscovery of her strength, the bonds of found family, and an extraordinary dog named Koa. A frighteningly realistic story of devastation, resilience, and hope that I won't soon forget.

The Connection in Everything by Rich Marcello | A Powerful Coming-of-Age Review

The Connection in Everything by Rich Marcello | A Powerful Coming-of-Age Re..

A brilliant teenager searches for belonging in Rich Marcello's The Connection in Everything. My 4.75-star review explores the novel's unforgettable characters, heartbreaking family struggles, compassionate mentors, and powerful message of hope.

Morfran, Dark Lord Reformed by S.B. West | Book Review

Morfran, Dark Lord Reformed by S.B. West | Book Review

A 4-star review of Morfran, Dark Lord Reformed by S.B. West, a charmingly absurd cozy fantasy about a former dark lord, goat farming, found family, and redemption.

Spotlight: The Driftborn (The Gate Origin, Book One) by Simon Bullock

Spotlight: The Driftborn (The Gate Origin, Book One) by Simon Bull..

Discover The Driftborn by Simon Bullock, a character-driven space opera featuring ancient gates, hidden histories, found family, and dangerous discoveries.

BBNYA 2025 Finalist Review: Time-Marked Warlock by Shami Stovall

BBNYA 2025 Finalist Review: Time-Marked Warlock by Shami Stovall

A retired warlock private investigator returns to a world of magic and danger when a young witch asks for help solving her mother's murder. Time-Marked Warlock combines inventive worldbuilding, found-family themes, and a compelling supernatural mystery into an engaging start to The Chronos Chronicles.