The best books of 2023

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My favorite read in 2023

Book cover of Fourth Wing

Katherine L. Bichler Why did I love this book?

Fourth Wing has everything that a fantasy reader loves! It is the perfect combination of adventure and romance that sucks the reader in and doesn’t let go. It is one of those books that you think about for a long time after you finish it.

If you love dragons and epic worlds, then pick this book up!

By Rebecca Yarros,

Why should I read it?

28 authors picked Fourth Wing as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

An Instant New York Times Bestseller
A Goodreads Most Anticipated Book

"Suspenseful, sexy, and with incredibly entertaining storytelling, the first in Yarros' Empyrean series will delight fans of romantic, adventure-filled fantasy." --Booklist, starred review

"Fourth Wing will have your heart pounding from beginning to end... A fantasy like you've never read before." #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout

Enter the brutal and elite world of a war college for dragon riders from New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros

Twenty-year-old Violet Sorrengail was supposed to enter the Scribe Quadrant, living a quiet life among books and history.…


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My 2nd favorite read in 2023

Book cover of Her Radiant Curse

Katherine L. Bichler Why did I love this book?

I love Asian mythology, and Elizabeth seamlessly incorporates it into her fantasy world. The book is fast-paced, full of adventure, and weaves in tales of old folklore. If you love mythology of any kind, Elizabeth Lim’s books suck you right in. You will fall in love with her stories. 

By Elizabeth Lim,

Why should I read it?

2 authors picked Her Radiant Curse as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 12, 13, 14, and 15.

What is this book about?

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimedauthor of SIX CRIMSON CRANES comes a fantasy tale of two sisters—one as beautiful as the other is monstrous—who must fight to save each other when a betrothal contest gone wrong unleashes an evil that could sever their bond forever!

One sister must fall for the other to rise.

Channi was not born a monster. But when her own father offers her in sacrifice to the Demon Witch, she is forever changed. Cursed with a serpent’s face, Channi is the exact opposite of her beautiful sister, Vanna—the only person in the village…


My 3rd favorite read in 2023

Book cover of The Serpent and the Wings of Night

Katherine L. Bichler Why did I love this book?

The perfect fantasy romance exists in this book! A deadly competition with a true enemies-to-lovers plot had me begging for the second book.

Carissa’s books are ones that you cannot put down and go to bed thinking about. She is a masterful storyteller. She just got her first book deal, and it is well deserved! 

By Carissa Broadbent,

Why should I read it?

3 authors picked The Serpent and the Wings of Night as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it.

What is this book about?

Human or vampire, the rules of survival are the same: never trust, never yield, and always-always-guard your heart.

The adopted human daughter of the Nightborn vampire king, Oraya carved her place in a world designed to kill her. Her only chance to become something more than prey is entering the Kejari: a legendary tournament held by the goddess of death herself.

But winning won't be easy amongst the most vicious warriors from all three vampire houses. To survive, Oraya is forced to make an alliance with a mysterious rival.

Everything about Raihn is dangerous. He is a ruthless vampire, an…


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Beneath the Sand

By Katherine L. Bichler,

Book cover of Beneath the Sand

What is my book about?

Growing up in the caverns underneath the Colosseum is anything but ordinary for a Roman teenager like Noemi. Helping her father train wild beasts for the emperor’s extravagant shows and being feted with romantic gifts from her noble fiancé, hers is a life few girls could imagine. 

Cato is a top-ranked gladiator who is keeping a risky secret of his own. Against Noemi’s better judgment, she finds herself drawn to this mysterious fighter, who has both a temper and an imperious reputation. Soon, Noemi, Livia, and Cato find that keeping secrets is not just child’s play, but dangerous games with deadly consequences. Can they all fool the emperor long enough to avoid a date with the executioner?
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Book cover of The Serpent and the Wings of Night

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