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There's nothing easier to dismiss than a conspiracy theory- until it turns out to be true. When Theodosia Benton abandons her career path as an attorney and shows up on her brother's doorstep with two suitcases and an unfinished novel, she expects to face a few challenges. Will her brother support her ambition or send her back to finish her degree? What will her parents say when they learn of her decision? Does she even have what it takes to be a successful writer? What Theo never expects is to be drawn into a hidden literary world in which identity is something that can be lost and remade for the sake of an audience. To protect the carefully constructed narrative, Theo Benton, and everyone looking for her, will have to die.  Intro Hello everyone, and welcome back to Pages of Perfiction. I'm Paige, and today I'm reviewing "The Mystery Writer" by Sulari Gentill , with no spoilers, as always. Those of you who have been here before know that my review style is he

Oh. My. God. Where do I even start? "All the Things We Never Said" is one of the best novels I've read in 2023. No, scratch that. This is one of the best novels I've ever read, period. I'm so excited to be reviewing this book, so instead of fumbling through the intros like I usually do, let's jump right into it!  Just a quick trigger warning first- A few of this book's themes include anxiety and depression. By the end of the novel, the protagonists have undergone a positive character arc and understand that life can be worth living; however, some sensitive readers might want to avoid this book.  Initial Reactions + Summary You've probably already gotten a good idea of my thoughts on this book. It's a unique, refreshing read that made me get really emotional.  Mehreen, a 16-year-old girl, has a voice in the back of her head. This voice tells her that she's not good enough, that she's always going to be left out. Mehreen's barely able to

This post is primary spoiler-free, and the mild spoilers included won't take away from the book. Twenty teenagers enter. Only five become guardians. Yahshi Konya shouldn’t be one of them. With low test scores, his selection for the Empire’s boarding school raises red flags. The guardians are offering him the opportunity of a lifetime, but at what cost? Taking a chance, he joins the aggressive military program and strikes an alliance with two trainees. Vell, the only girl, and Pinto, the overachiever. United, they tackle relentless challenges, watching their competitors dwindle. But the Academy is not what it seems. When dangerous truths emerge, Yahshi finds himself killing his friendships—and possibly his humanity. Hello and welcome to Pages of Perfiction! For those of you who are new here, I'm Paige and I post YA book reviews on this tiny corner of the internet. Today, I'm going to be sharing a review of Nightshade Academy , a fantasy/dystopian novel by Mel Torrefranca, a

"In a dark future, people with money live in doomed cities and use the recently deceased as repurposed servants and workers called poppets. Ellie DesLoge is the teen heiress of the company that makes and distributes poppets–your basic reprogrammed flesh robot complete with training chips and kill switches. If Ellie does everything her Aunt Cordelia says, she’ll have a life of wealth and power. If she chooses to be what is planned for her, life will be perfect. But something about her sweet poppet Thom goes against what Aunt Cordelia and tradition have taught her. Will she choose to believe what everyone knows is true or will she follow what her heart tells her about Thom? Her choice will change the world."  -Donna J. W. Munro Hey, hi, and hello ! 👋   Welcome back to this review session. I'm Paige, and today, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on Revelations by Donna J. W. Munro, book one of The Poppet Cycle.  This book had an intricate plot and lovable characters, but honest

 No spoilers Hey there, everyone! Welcome back to this review session. I'm Paige, a book blogger with a love for YA novels. Today, I'll be sharing 5 honest but random thoughts I had while reading Hope in the Mail by Wendelin Van Draanen. Without any further ado, let's get started!  My thoughts: 1. This book is funny. Sprinkled among the life lessons are jokes and humor. In chapter five, Van Draanen writes, "The first car was a classic Volkswagen Bug, which had a definite cool factor to it. The body looked straight--no big things or dangling bumpers--but the interior was a different story. It wasn't just that the upholstery was thrashed, there was a big chunk of the floorboard missing. Like, you could see the ground. You could fit your foot through it!  When I asked the guy selling the Bug about it, he tried to convince me it was cool. "It's like having a convertible," he gushed. "Only instead of seeing the sky go by, you get to see the road!"

The Kane Chronicles, Book One Hey there, everyone! Welcome to this review session. I'm Paige, and today, I’m beyond excited to share my honest thoughts on The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan, book one of The Kane Chronicles. Brace yourselves, because this book took me on an unforgettable journey filled with both laughter and mythological mystery. I was torn between awarding it four or five stars because it struck the perfect balance between humor and myth. However, after careful consideration, I've settled on giving it a solid four-star rating. So, let's dive right in and find out why. We’ll be covering three things in this review: a spoiler-free summary, my thoughts/the book’s statistics, and the rating breakdown. Summary of the book/Teaser: "The Red Pyramid" by Rick Riordan is an exhilarating adventure that immerses readers in the captivating world of Egyptian mythology. The story follows Carter and Sadie Kane, two siblings with a complicated family history, as

Hi, everyone! This is my first book tag so I’m not entirely sure if I did this right… technically, nobody tagged me, but whatever. This book tag is the one with 20 classic questions. It’s been floating around the book blogger community for a while, and I’m really excited to try this out.  What is a book tag? A book tag is a set of questions organized by books, book genres or something else to do with reading. For example, there is a realistic fiction book tag and an unpopular opinions book tag. This book tag contains 20 basic questions, and is a common starter tag so you can get to know me. Without further ado, let's get started! The 20 Questions book tag 1. How many books are too many books in a series? Um, there’s no such thing, obviously. One of my favorite book series is contains 11 books and counting. Of course, there are series that I thought were stretched out too much, and could’ve been condensed (looking at you, Harry Potter). But if the novels are well written, I love a g

How to find your next great read, why you need it, and freebies to help you out. Hello, everyone! To those of you who've been here before, welcome back. I'm Paige, and today, I'll help you on your quest to find your next captivating read. In this quick guide, we'll unveil the secrets to selecting the perfect book that will transport you to extraordinary worlds and keep you enthralled from cover to cover. So, let's jump right in. Why do I even need a good book? I have plenty of blog posts about that, but long story short, there is an irresistible charm to books you can't find anywhere else. I write more about this pull  here . What freebies can be used to help me? I get it, finding a good book is hard. But with freebies, everything's a lot easier. These versatile, helpful freebies might help you on your journey. How do I figure out what to read next? Understand Your Reading Preferences: Discovering the ideal book begins with knowing yourself as a reader. Are

The False Prince by Jennifer A. Neilsen Hey, everyone! Thanks for stopping by. I'm Paige, and today we'll be diving into my honest (but brief) review of "The False Prince" by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Before we begin, I want to let you know that this post will be quick and fairly spoiler-free, only covering information revealed in the first ten-ish chapters. So, let's get started! Summary of the book/Teaser: "The False Prince" takes place in the fictional land of Carthya, nestled between Avenia and Britain. The story revolves around the royal family of Carthya, particularly King Eckbert, Queen Erin, and their two sons, Prince Darious and Prince Jaron. However, tragedy strikes when the royal family meet a devastating fate one by one, leaving the throne without a rightful heir.  Enter Sage, the intriguing protagonist with a mysterious past, who finds himself part of more than what he bargained for. Adopted by a man named Connor, Sage becomes part of a daring sc