The Book Club

Wolf Worm by T. Kingfisher is a 2026 gothic horror novel about scientific obsession, parasitic dread, and survival in 1899 Carolina. Beautifully written, unsettling, and highly recommended for fans of literary horror and historical dark fiction.

Hunt the Villain by Rina Kent is the second book in the Villain series. We break down what makes Vaughn and Yulian's dark MM romance work, what holds it back, how it fits alongside Kiss the Villain, and whether it's worth reading if you're new to Rina Kent's Legacy of Gods world.

Hooked by Asako Yuzuki is the gripping new novel from the internationally bestselling author of Butter. Translated by Polly Barton, this psychological literary fiction explores obsession, female identity, and the quiet violence of social performance in contemporary Japan. Essential reading for lovers of Japanese literary fiction.

Is Finlay Donovan Crosses the Line by Elle Cosimano worth reading? Our in-depth review covers the plot, characters, mystery mechanics, writing style, and how this sixth instalment compares to earlier books in the Finlay Donovan series — without a single spoiler.

Innamorata by Ava Reid is the opening chapter of the House of Teeth duology — a richly atmospheric gothic fantasy about forbidden love, secret necromancy, and the crushing, carved-in-flesh weight of family legacy.

This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson is book four in the beloved Ernest Cunningham series. Packed with ten heists, a sealed bank, and Stevenson's trademark wit, find out whether this ambitious, genre-bending mystery delivers on its remarkable premise and whether it is the right read for you.

Love Song by Elle Kennedy is a next-generation Briar universe romance features forced proximity at Lake Tahoe, a musician hero with writer's block, and a heroine finding her voice after heartbreak. Honest review with similar book recommendations.