Kerri Maniscalco grew up in a semi-haunted house outside NYC where her fascination with gothic settings began. In her spare time she reads everything she can get her hands on, cooks all kinds of food with her family and friends, and drinks entirely too much tea while discussing lifes finer points with her cats.
Lady or the Tiger (2025) Heather M Herrman "An evocative, ferocious exploration of darkness and truth - this one will come at you with a roar and stay with you long after the final page."
A Dance of Lies (2025) (Edge Of Glass, book 1) Brittney Arena "Beautifully written, with immersive worldbuilding, a gripping plot, and heart-pounding danger around every turn."
A Fate Inked in Blood (2024) (Unfated, book 1) Danielle L Jensen "With a forbidden romance that burns as hot as Tyr's magical fire, A Fate Inked in Blood will be your newest fantasy obsession. Beautifully brutal, action-packed, and full of tension, I couldn't turn the pages of this epic tale fast enough."
The Hurricane Wars (2023) (Hurricane Wars, book 1) Thea Guanzon "An incredible debut full of rich atmosphere, clever world building, opposing magic, and sizzling romance, The Hurricane Wars is my newest obsession."
Bring Me Your Midnight (2023) Rachel Griffin "Darkly enchanting and lush, BRING ME YOUR MIDNIGHT--with its forbidden romance and gorgeous atmosphere--is sure to cast a spell on you."
When You Wish Upon a Lantern (2023) Gloria Chao "A delightful and enchanting page-turner from start to finish. When You Wish Upon a Lantern is officially one of my favorite romances."
Belladonna (2022) (Belladonna, book 1) Adalyn Grace "Decadently atmospheric. This gothic romance is filled with desire, betrayal, and of course, Death."
One for All (2022) Lillie Lainoff "A thrilling mystery from start to finish. Lainoff masterfully created a feminist retelling of the Three Musketeers with a strong, determined heroine. Chronically ill readers will delight in seeing themselves starring in their own adventure. Lainoff is a fierce new talent to watch out for."
The Other Merlin (2021) (Emry Merlin, book 1) Robyn Schneider "Simultaneously heart-pounding and hilarious, Robyn Schneider gives us a veritable romp through Camelot fueled by adventure and romance."
Once Upon a Broken Heart (2021) (Once Upon a Broken Heart, book 1) Stephanie Garber "A wildly imaginative, romantic story where true love and deadly kisses collide and bargains with the Prince of Hearts come with a steep price. Once Upon A Broken Heart is an unputdownable fairy tale where Garber’s imagination sparkles like the magnificent North. Readers will delight in each whimsical and thrilling page."
Six Crimson Cranes (2021) (Six Crimson Cranes, book 1) Elizabeth Lim "Six Crimson Cranes is an unputdownable, sweeping fairytale that thrills as much as it delights. Lim is a master storyteller."
Luck of the Titanic (2021) Stacey Lee "Stacey Lee has crafted one of my favorite kinds of historical reads; it's a story that's as thrilling as it is atmospheric and as joyful as it is heartbreaking. A masterful, gripping tale for the ages."
Blade of Secrets (2021) (Bladesmith , book 1) Tricia Levenseller "My favorite kind of fantasy: dark, mesmerizing, and completely addictive. With a gripping mystery and layered characters, it's a glittering tale of love and the pursuit of power. Put simply: it's the Slytherin romance we've all been waiting for."
Pride and Premeditation (2021) (Jane Austen Murder Mysteries, book 1) Tirzah Price "Pride and Premeditation is a romantic and entertaining page-turner, sure to delight readers of any genre."
The Boy in the Red Dress (2020) Kristin Lambert "A twisty Jazz Age mystery with a diverse cast of characters, and an exciting NOLA setting that comes alive. Perfect for fans of Veronica Mars and The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue."
Circle of Shadows (2019) (Circle of Shadows, book 1) Evelyn Skye "Dark. Thrilling. Intoxicating. Evelyn Skye has created a sumptuosly exquisite world brimming with heart-pounding danger, shocking twists, and spellbinding magic."
The Disasters (2018) M K England "Wildly entertaining and crackling with chemistry. Nax and his crew will crash land in your heart and leave you filled with laughter and hope."
Give the Dark My Love (2018) (Give the Dark My Love, book 1) Beth Revis "A spellbinding tale filled with political intrigue, dark magic, and impossible choices. Readers will be instantly addicted to this wickedly thrilling adventure."
Girl At the Grave (2018) Teri Bailey Black "A searing Gothic story of love and murder that will burn in readers' hearts and minds long after reading"
Campfire (2018) Shawn Sarles "Wholly chilling and unputdownable, Campfire is spooky summer fun for fans of Are You Afraid of the Dark - and Scream - just be sure to read with the lights on!"
Sky in the Deep (2018) (Sky and Sea, book 1) Adrienne Young "SKY IN THE DEEP is a delicious tale filled with fierce battles, shocking betrayal, and a slow-burn romance that's as hard fought as the wars raging between the two clans. Readers will welcome this vivid gift to the fantasy genre, as will fans of darkly lush historical settings. Wholly unique and instantly addictive, I was captivated from its opening lines."
Reign of the Fallen (2018) (Reign of the Fallen, book 1) Sarah Glenn Marsh "Reign of the Fallen is a diverse story brimming with wickedly delightful magic, sizzling romance, and shocking betrayal—I’ve completely fallen under its spell. In a fantasy world where neither life, death, nor love can be bound, readers will be mesmerized from page one. A decadent treat for the senses, I adored this dark jewel of a book."
