History from a Woman's Perspective- A Book Blog

The Dragon Wakes With Thunder (The Dragon Spirit #2) Author:  K. X. Song Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Ace Book Release Date: 2025 Pages: 448 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: The war may be over, but Hai Meilin is still paying a heavy toll. In spite of securing victory for the kingdom of Anlai, she is imprisoned upon her return. Her crime? Wielding a sword as a woman.       In the palace, Meilin is an outcast and a social pariah. But beyond the imperial walls, the legend of the woman warrior has taken on a life of its own. To the east, a new rebel leader needs Meilin to helm his people’s revolution. In the south, a former enemy prince, now a prisoner of war, seeks Meilin’s aid in restoring balance to the Three Kingdoms. And back home in Anlai, Liu Sky, Meilin’s commander and first love, requires Meilin by his side in his bid for the throne.       Pulled ...

The Serpent’s Longing: The Naga Princess and the Himalayan Yogi Author: Namita Kumari Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Namita Kumari Book Release Date: May 29, 2026 Pages: 216 Source: This book was given to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: She has worn a thousand shapes and never wanted to keep a single one.         Soma is a Naga princess — a shapeshifter of the deep waters, ageless and unknowable, meant to be alone forever. Kaundinya is a yogi from the far mountains of India, who gave away everything he owned and crossed a sea with nothing but a dream of her. When he lands on her shore at the edge of the ancient world, neither of them is built to survive the one thing they find in each other: being truly known, and not wanting to be anywhere else.         For eleven stolen days, in the warm green dark, they are simply, secretly happy — talking late, laughin...

The Night Ends With Fire (The Dragon Spirit #1)  Author: K. X. Song Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Ace Book Release Date: 2024 Pages: 430 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: Infused with magic and romance, this sweeping fantasy adventure inspired by the legend of Mulan follows a young woman determined to choose her own destiny—even if that means going against everyone she loves.       The Three Kingdoms are at war, but Meilin’s father refuses to answer the imperial draft. Trapped by his opium addiction, he plans to sell Meilin for her dowry. But when Meilin discovers her husband-to-be is another violent, ill-tempered man, she realizes that nothing will change for her unless she takes matters into her own hands.       The very next day, she disguises herself as a boy and enlists in her father’s place.        In the army, Meilin's ...

The Lure of Wolves and Whispers (The Martyred Isle #1) Author: Amanda Connolly Genre: YA Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance  Publisher: Sarah Barley Books/Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers Book Release Date: July 7, 2026 Pages: 464 Source: This book was given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: On the mist-shrouded Isle of Eireann, buying magic comes with a price.      But when her beloved older sister is gravely injured, Maeve risks everything to buy the forbidden magic that might save her. In exchange, Maeve trades her life to a ruthless and dangerously alluring rebel leader. Bound to do his bidding, Maeve finds herself thrown into a deadly competition to become the next queen and stand beside a prince rumored to be more brutal than his tyrannical father.        With the isle on the brink of war, trust and survival come at a terrible cost—one that will tear Maeve’s world, and her...

The Gingerbread Queen (The Gingerbread Legacy #1) Author: Carrie Ann Noble Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy  Publisher: Oliver Herber Books Book Release Date: 2024 Pages: 264 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: Award-winning author Carrie Anne Noble’s charming adult fantasy debut! Sure to enchant fans of The Spellshop and The Whimbrel House Series , The Gingerbread Queen is a fairytale-inspired walk through a lush yet perilous enchanted forest, complete with a villainous duck, an unexpected magical inheritance, and heartwarming romance.        Once upon a time, Gretel defeated the witch of the gingerbread cottage and saved Hansel. Now, she must face what the witch left behind.         Germany, 1825. Thirteen years ago, Gretel fled the witch’s gingerbread cottage with brother Hansel. She’s changed her name, lived quietly, and tried to overcome her past—yet gossiping nei...

Red Kingdom (Fairy Tale Retellings #2) Author: Rachel L. Demeter Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Rachel L. Demeter Book Release Date: 2024 Pages: 410 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: Little Red Riding Hood reimagined with a dark and realistic twist.         Princess Blanchette’s world shatters when the Black Wolf tears apart her castle and everything she holds dear. All she clings to is the vow she made to her grandmother on her deathbed.       Hailed as the people’s champion, Sir Rowan Dietrich liberates the capital in a quest for vengeance. He takes Winslowe Castle with an army at his back and his wolf, Smoke, at his side.       United by a shared cause and powerful attraction, Rowan and Blanchette embark on a journey of self-discovery and redemption—a path filled with loss, transformation, and ultimately, the healing power ...

The Cathedral of Lost Souls (Hecate Cavendish #2) Author: Paula Brackston Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Paranormal Publisher: St. Martin’s Press Book Release Date: November 11, 2025 Pages: 297 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: Book two in the Hecate Cavendish series from New York Times bestselling author Paula Brackston - a magic infused series about an eccentric and spirited young woman who can see ghosts.         Hereford, England 1881.       The adventure continues! After the fire and the tumultuous events in the cathedral library, Hecate is determined never again to come so close to losing the beloved mappa mundi. She has shown herself to be the greatest threat to the Essedenes and their plans and they will stop at nothing to be rid of her. With the help of her archeologist father, and the support of the redoubtable and loyal Inspector Winter, she must take the fight to her...