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Whispers of Ink and Starlight
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Expected 1 Apr 26A spellbinding tale of forbidden love and the power of words, where a girl must choose between the life written for her and the future she dares to imagine.
In a small Georgia town, Nelle’s life has been carefully scripted by her creator and captor, the reclusive author Wallace Quill. Born from ink and imagination, every breath she takes is dictated by his pen. But on a star-studded Fourth of July night, she meets James—a young man with dreams as vivid as the fireworks above them—and suddenly, the unwritten becomes possible.
As Nelle and James fall deeply in love, they embark on a breathtaking journey across Europe, each new experience a defiant stroke against the words that bind her. But freedom has a price. With every mile they travel, the ink in Nelle’s veins threatens to rewrite their story. In a world where every moment could be her last, Nelle and James must fight to write their own happily ever after—before the final page turns.
In a small Georgia town, Nelle’s life has been carefully scripted by her creator and captor, the reclusive author Wallace Quill. Born from ink and imagination, every breath she takes is dictated by his pen. But on a star-studded Fourth of July night, she meets James—a young man with dreams as vivid as the fireworks above them—and suddenly, the unwritten becomes possible.
As Nelle and James fall deeply in love, they embark on a breathtaking journey across Europe, each new experience a defiant stroke against the words that bind her. But freedom has a price. With every mile they travel, the ink in Nelle’s veins threatens to rewrite their story. In a world where every moment could be her last, Nelle and James must fight to write their own happily ever after—before the final page turns.
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Expected publication April 1, 2026
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October 26, 2025
Thank you to the publisher Lake Union Publishing for providing this book for review purposes via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.
Nelle is not human she is a girl made from ink and the imagination of reclusive author Wallace Quill, Nelle’s every move is mapped by the ink in her blood and Quill’s pen. One evening on 4th July Quill lets her out of the house for a rare outing by herself, Nelle meets James and the two fall in love. James helps Nelle escape Quill and the two set off travelling across America and Europe. The ink in Nelle’s blood carries unescapable dangers and as the hidden secrets about Nelle’s creation come to light she faces an impossible choice.
I was intrigued by the blurb for this book so I had to read it to find out what it was about, this book was a little bit slow to start but once it gets going we get multiple reveals about Nelle’s history. I can understand why Quill kept Nelle isolated as there are inherent dangers in being what she is but however I don’t agree with his methods as he was very cruel to her. I really liked James as I thought he was really relatable but I struggled to warm up to Nelle as I think she is quite selfish and self centred, this is apparent in the way she treats James. Overall I enjoyed this book, I thought it was very unique and I really enjoyed it.
Nelle is not human she is a girl made from ink and the imagination of reclusive author Wallace Quill, Nelle’s every move is mapped by the ink in her blood and Quill’s pen. One evening on 4th July Quill lets her out of the house for a rare outing by herself, Nelle meets James and the two fall in love. James helps Nelle escape Quill and the two set off travelling across America and Europe. The ink in Nelle’s blood carries unescapable dangers and as the hidden secrets about Nelle’s creation come to light she faces an impossible choice.
I was intrigued by the blurb for this book so I had to read it to find out what it was about, this book was a little bit slow to start but once it gets going we get multiple reveals about Nelle’s history. I can understand why Quill kept Nelle isolated as there are inherent dangers in being what she is but however I don’t agree with his methods as he was very cruel to her. I really liked James as I thought he was really relatable but I struggled to warm up to Nelle as I think she is quite selfish and self centred, this is apparent in the way she treats James. Overall I enjoyed this book, I thought it was very unique and I really enjoyed it.
December 13, 2023
As soon as I saw that this was inspired by the album evermore, Normal people, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and Scotland I immediately went to read the first two chapters that are out right now and they’re amazing. Only issue is I wish there was more
March 15, 2026
started off strong but lost me in the middle
October 24, 2025
This was an odd duck of a book. It's overly long, the ending is understandable but disappointing, and the character who doesn't have ink in his veins is oddly as sheltered and naive or more even, than the one who was housebound for 20 years.
Like "Ink Blood Sister Scribe" this book hinges on written magic, in this case Nelle bleeds ink which is used to animate her. She can feel pain but heals any injury including being cut for her 'ink'. She can think for herself but needs someone to write that she leave the room in order to actually do so.
James is a college student, premed but he really wants to be a writer. He lives in a small town but dreams of joining cousin Jessie in New York City. The two meet at a 4th of July picnic and become fast friends even though she lives in the creepy Quill house. Very quickly Nelle shares her secret with James who is too besotted to care about Nelle's odd 'life'.
Eventually they go on the run - Nelle wants to see the world and James doesn't want to think about going back to med school or trying to tell his parents that he doesn't want to be a doctor. Now James must write for Nelle and they must test the limits of her freedom.
After several stops on the way, they finally make it to New York and James is HOME. He feels it with his whole heart. But eventually he agrees that he promised Nelle the world and Paris is next. When the summer is over, he won't go back to school, he'll find a way to work and live in NYC, surely Nelle will understand.
They are clearly attracted to each other, but James puts the breaks on over and over again to the point that I started to think they were going to give us a coming out story but finally after Nelle makes several first moves, they eventually have a physical relationship and apparently, he's great at it so...?
They have a couple creepy run ins with Quill and Nelle is finally pushed to her limits, taking a chance on her life, to discover how much he lied and manipulated her. James and Nelle go to Scotland where they find Quill's mother who tells Nelle the truth of her life and condition. Quill shows up again but this time he is ready to end his life. He like Nelle is written into the world and he is ready to write himself out of it. Nelle learns that she can not only write for herself, if she focuses, she can think herself into motion. She can even manifest objects.
The writing and the story danced between feeling like a YA but then there was tons of drinking and vivid sex scenes. There was violence and scenes of pastoral idylls. They swung between being utterly naive and stupid to being canny and intelligent. The book was wildly disjointed and that was even after accepting the premise that Nelle was written into the world with ink in her veins.
This was a 3.5 stars book. The ending leaves it open for a possible second book, but I wouldn't rush for it.
Like "Ink Blood Sister Scribe" this book hinges on written magic, in this case Nelle bleeds ink which is used to animate her. She can feel pain but heals any injury including being cut for her 'ink'. She can think for herself but needs someone to write that she leave the room in order to actually do so.
James is a college student, premed but he really wants to be a writer. He lives in a small town but dreams of joining cousin Jessie in New York City. The two meet at a 4th of July picnic and become fast friends even though she lives in the creepy Quill house. Very quickly Nelle shares her secret with James who is too besotted to care about Nelle's odd 'life'.
Eventually they go on the run - Nelle wants to see the world and James doesn't want to think about going back to med school or trying to tell his parents that he doesn't want to be a doctor. Now James must write for Nelle and they must test the limits of her freedom.
After several stops on the way, they finally make it to New York and James is HOME. He feels it with his whole heart. But eventually he agrees that he promised Nelle the world and Paris is next. When the summer is over, he won't go back to school, he'll find a way to work and live in NYC, surely Nelle will understand.
They are clearly attracted to each other, but James puts the breaks on over and over again to the point that I started to think they were going to give us a coming out story but finally after Nelle makes several first moves, they eventually have a physical relationship and apparently, he's great at it so...?
They have a couple creepy run ins with Quill and Nelle is finally pushed to her limits, taking a chance on her life, to discover how much he lied and manipulated her. James and Nelle go to Scotland where they find Quill's mother who tells Nelle the truth of her life and condition. Quill shows up again but this time he is ready to end his life. He like Nelle is written into the world and he is ready to write himself out of it. Nelle learns that she can not only write for herself, if she focuses, she can think herself into motion. She can even manifest objects.
The writing and the story danced between feeling like a YA but then there was tons of drinking and vivid sex scenes. There was violence and scenes of pastoral idylls. They swung between being utterly naive and stupid to being canny and intelligent. The book was wildly disjointed and that was even after accepting the premise that Nelle was written into the world with ink in her veins.
This was a 3.5 stars book. The ending leaves it open for a possible second book, but I wouldn't rush for it.
February 18, 2024
Read as part of an internship with Triada US. No spoilers! but I just went back to my reader’s report and realised that I referred to James as a sKINNY LEGEND?? This is why we edit before we submit, kids.
@ anybody who hasn’t read this : I guess when it comes out you should race to get a copy, because the main character is a “skinny legend”?
Anyywhoo if you like Invisible Life of Addie LaRue then you’ll like this. If you like reading then you’ll like this. If you like when words are on a page then you’ll like this. Source: Dude trust me.
Fascinating. When this book comes out I’m going to buy 73 copies to make up for the emotional turmoil I put Brent through with the words “skinny legend”.
@ anybody who hasn’t read this : I guess when it comes out you should race to get a copy, because the main character is a “skinny legend”?
Anyywhoo if you like Invisible Life of Addie LaRue then you’ll like this. If you like reading then you’ll like this. If you like when words are on a page then you’ll like this. Source: Dude trust me.
Fascinating. When this book comes out I’m going to buy 73 copies to make up for the emotional turmoil I put Brent through with the words “skinny legend”.
November 13, 2025
4.5/5 - Garrett has clearly grown as a writer. From DOL to now, I can see the growth in his story telling and prose. I was lucky to read the early draft 6 years ago and I’m so grateful I received an arc of the final draft. This book was beautiful and an escapism from the world. I think Garrett crafted a unique story that, since I know him personally, is dear to his heart, vulnerable, and true to who he is. I can feel Garrett in these lines and know this is his most deepest and personal book yet. I’m so proud of how far he has come to finally having a published book. I’m so excited to see where he goes from here!
March 17, 2026
From Mind & Heart to Ink To Page To Life…
While many readers have praised the original concepts and situations of this book, for many readers this must conjure the stories of Ink Heart. While unlike the Ink Heart creators of fantasies with dragons and good and evil, this story has a love attraction that gradually emerges and connects these two.
It is a story showcasing the power of a writer, his imagination, skills, drive, and passions as well as his creations.
While many readers have praised the original concepts and situations of this book, for many readers this must conjure the stories of Ink Heart. While unlike the Ink Heart creators of fantasies with dragons and good and evil, this story has a love attraction that gradually emerges and connects these two.
It is a story showcasing the power of a writer, his imagination, skills, drive, and passions as well as his creations.
March 5, 2026
While this book was interesting and like no other magical realism book I’ve read I had some issues:
-The writing was choppy and hard to follow at times.
-I didn’t always understand the characters motivations or abrupt emotional changes.
-Quill left me baffled with how he behaved and how things turned out for him.
-There really wasn’t a happy ending…so that sucked.
-The ending was also up in the air. Will Nelle come back to James eventually? Is she truly gone for good?
-The writing was choppy and hard to follow at times.
-I didn’t always understand the characters motivations or abrupt emotional changes.
-Quill left me baffled with how he behaved and how things turned out for him.
-There really wasn’t a happy ending…so that sucked.
-The ending was also up in the air. Will Nelle come back to James eventually? Is she truly gone for good?
March 3, 2026
Too YA for me.
Couldn’t even finish it.
Genre rien fait du sens???? Wtf was that
Couldn’t even finish it.
Genre rien fait du sens???? Wtf was that
December 5, 2023
Garrett released the first two chapters and they were incredible! Garrett has such a special talent with words his words almost feel like a hug! Someone needs to publish this book!!! ✈️💜
August 24, 2025
Simply put, Whispers of Ink and Starlight is a captivating, timeless read that pairs well with a warm coffee. Garrett weaves magical elements into the known world in a way that provokes thought about how we make decisions.
When their stories already seem written for them, James and Nelle journey to help each other find themselves and chart their own paths. From Lincoln to New York, to Paris (my personal favorite), Edinburgh, and beyond, romance and suspense fill the pages. Their relationship is beautifully youthful, whimsical and authentic. And Garrett certainly delivers when it comes to smut!
By the end of the pages, you’ll find yourself in tears, thinking about the lyrics to Coney Island, specifically, “And I’m sitting on a bench in Coney Island wondering where did my baby go?”
I could never recommend this book enough and certainly can’t wait to read more of Garrett’s future works.
When their stories already seem written for them, James and Nelle journey to help each other find themselves and chart their own paths. From Lincoln to New York, to Paris (my personal favorite), Edinburgh, and beyond, romance and suspense fill the pages. Their relationship is beautifully youthful, whimsical and authentic. And Garrett certainly delivers when it comes to smut!
By the end of the pages, you’ll find yourself in tears, thinking about the lyrics to Coney Island, specifically, “And I’m sitting on a bench in Coney Island wondering where did my baby go?”
I could never recommend this book enough and certainly can’t wait to read more of Garrett’s future works.
January 24, 2026
4.5⭐️
What an unexpected gut punch of a book.
I received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley and the book jacket doesn’t do this book justice.
A searing coming of age New Adult triumph.
I fully bought into this current world that has a hint of magic. The “rules” made sense to me. The character/relationship growth between James and Nelle separately and together was magnificently done.
This was giving me vibes of the musical ‘The Clockmaker’s Daughter.’ From grief over losing a daughter, he makes one out a clock and she tries to leave after falling in love. The music is amazing: Hannah Waddingham(!) and Fra Fee being gorgeous. Though this books deals with some deep parental abuse. That was well done and illustrated the trauma of “the curse.”
A globetrotting discovery of ones self and the power of words. There’s this palpable sense of foreboding that was propelled by the romance and I was sobbing the last 75ish pages.
I would DEVOUR a movie of this.
Publication Date: April 1, 2026
‘Somewhere between the ages of 12 and 21, he lost rhr superpower to make mundane things magical.
“What about you?” James watches her breath. “Are you happy?”
“I get to right now.” Nell’s nudged his shoe with hers. “Your turn.”
“Why do you only get to happy tonight?”
‘She always loses her appetite after he cuts her. After he funnels her blood into the vials he keeps lined up in his study. Ready to dip his pens into.’
‘But in order to leave, she would have to write for herself, and that is the one rule, Father‘s drilled into her skull harder than any other. If she tries to write for herself, she will die.’
‘The memory makes her shutter. She always knew her actions were predetermined, but seeing it written, altered her perception of reality.’
‘Again and again, he has told her there were only two ways for her to die: if every last crap of her writing in her blood is destroyed, and if she writes with her own ink.’
“What… are you?” he asks. Oddly enough, he is not scared of her. Close to vomiting, yes, but no less thrilled. If anything, more so.
Nelle runs a fingertip along the windowsill. “I’m not a human.”
“Oh, he says.” “That’s not what I thought you’d say.”
“I’m an idea. A figment of someone’s imagination.”
‘… as James falls asleep to the sounds of cicadas and frogs, he wonders if his life has been a irrevocably derailed.’
‘… but she is used to the pain. Some masochistic part of her finds it comforting.’
‘Now it is time to take the road less travelled. To bury the old James and introduce the world to someone he hasn’t met yet.’
���James started the timer that blew up their lives. Nelle just planted the bomb.’
“I forget, sometimes that you’re not human,” he says, his face giving away no emotion.
“It’s confusing,” Nelle says. “Even for me. I’m essentially alone, the single member of the rarest species in the universe.”
‘Why she can traverse one multi floor building and not another boggles him, but who is he to question the fickle rules of magic.’
‘Nelle nearly dies a little death. So this is kissing.’
“This again? There is no right moment, James. There’s just this moment.”
‘Some writing is just for wringing out the soul.’
‘Once again, he is drawn to her like the tide to the moon.’
“Look at me,” she says. Commands.
All he needed was permission.’
“I wish,” he says, breathless, “that we could stay this close forever.”
‘Characters at heart, imitations of humans, with clear wants and desires and a persistence to achieve them.’
‘What would that life have looked like? Too late now to know.
At last, she is free, and she has nowhere to go.’
‘I’ve been playing with life like it’s not real.’
‘One kiss, and months of progress disappear. He is done for. And he will never recover.’
“Let me look at you. Let me remember this.
What an unexpected gut punch of a book.
I received an advanced reader copy from NetGalley and the book jacket doesn’t do this book justice.
A searing coming of age New Adult triumph.
I fully bought into this current world that has a hint of magic. The “rules” made sense to me. The character/relationship growth between James and Nelle separately and together was magnificently done.
This was giving me vibes of the musical ‘The Clockmaker’s Daughter.’ From grief over losing a daughter, he makes one out a clock and she tries to leave after falling in love. The music is amazing: Hannah Waddingham(!) and Fra Fee being gorgeous. Though this books deals with some deep parental abuse. That was well done and illustrated the trauma of “the curse.”
A globetrotting discovery of ones self and the power of words. There’s this palpable sense of foreboding that was propelled by the romance and I was sobbing the last 75ish pages.
I would DEVOUR a movie of this.
Publication Date: April 1, 2026
‘Somewhere between the ages of 12 and 21, he lost rhr superpower to make mundane things magical.
“What about you?” James watches her breath. “Are you happy?”
“I get to right now.” Nell’s nudged his shoe with hers. “Your turn.”
“Why do you only get to happy tonight?”
‘She always loses her appetite after he cuts her. After he funnels her blood into the vials he keeps lined up in his study. Ready to dip his pens into.’
‘But in order to leave, she would have to write for herself, and that is the one rule, Father‘s drilled into her skull harder than any other. If she tries to write for herself, she will die.’
‘The memory makes her shutter. She always knew her actions were predetermined, but seeing it written, altered her perception of reality.’
‘Again and again, he has told her there were only two ways for her to die: if every last crap of her writing in her blood is destroyed, and if she writes with her own ink.’
“What… are you?” he asks. Oddly enough, he is not scared of her. Close to vomiting, yes, but no less thrilled. If anything, more so.
Nelle runs a fingertip along the windowsill. “I’m not a human.”
“Oh, he says.” “That’s not what I thought you’d say.”
“I’m an idea. A figment of someone’s imagination.”
‘… as James falls asleep to the sounds of cicadas and frogs, he wonders if his life has been a irrevocably derailed.’
‘… but she is used to the pain. Some masochistic part of her finds it comforting.’
‘Now it is time to take the road less travelled. To bury the old James and introduce the world to someone he hasn’t met yet.’
���James started the timer that blew up their lives. Nelle just planted the bomb.’
“I forget, sometimes that you’re not human,” he says, his face giving away no emotion.
“It’s confusing,” Nelle says. “Even for me. I’m essentially alone, the single member of the rarest species in the universe.”
‘Why she can traverse one multi floor building and not another boggles him, but who is he to question the fickle rules of magic.’
‘Nelle nearly dies a little death. So this is kissing.’
“This again? There is no right moment, James. There’s just this moment.”
‘Some writing is just for wringing out the soul.’
‘Once again, he is drawn to her like the tide to the moon.’
“Look at me,” she says. Commands.
All he needed was permission.’
“I wish,” he says, breathless, “that we could stay this close forever.”
‘Characters at heart, imitations of humans, with clear wants and desires and a persistence to achieve them.’
‘What would that life have looked like? Too late now to know.
At last, she is free, and she has nowhere to go.’
‘I’ve been playing with life like it’s not real.’
‘One kiss, and months of progress disappear. He is done for. And he will never recover.’
“Let me look at you. Let me remember this.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
This book has a clever premise: a character from a book becomes real in her desire to jump beyond the pages and experience life. It took me a while to get into this concept but when I did, I was swept away by the fantasy.
Nellie’s father, Wallace Quill, is a writer. He created her from his books and watched her grow for 21years. One day she ventures outside her house and watches the 4th of July fireworks. James, a shy young man with aspirations of becoming a writer, sees her and becomes enchanted. Stymied by her “father,” Nelle dares to defy him - she wants to write her own story - and so she runs off with James. They visit Europe and find Wallace Quill’s home in Scotland. It is here Nelle must make the final decision of what her life will be.
The book is a romance too - forbidden love. Since Nell is trying to experience the full spectrum of life, of which love plays a big part. But Nellie’s constant worry is that the ink in her veins will run out and maybe she and James will never find their happily ever after.
This is also the story of the power of words. Words are elemental to the creative writing process. So when a character jumps from the pages to real life, this is a metaphor for the importance of reading, I think.
I enjoyed the read. It was different so I was sometimes thrown off the pacing. But if you have a healthy fantasy mind, that doesn’t get in the way of the story.
I’d like to thank NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for allowing me to read this ARC.
Nellie’s father, Wallace Quill, is a writer. He created her from his books and watched her grow for 21years. One day she ventures outside her house and watches the 4th of July fireworks. James, a shy young man with aspirations of becoming a writer, sees her and becomes enchanted. Stymied by her “father,” Nelle dares to defy him - she wants to write her own story - and so she runs off with James. They visit Europe and find Wallace Quill’s home in Scotland. It is here Nelle must make the final decision of what her life will be.
The book is a romance too - forbidden love. Since Nell is trying to experience the full spectrum of life, of which love plays a big part. But Nellie’s constant worry is that the ink in her veins will run out and maybe she and James will never find their happily ever after.
This is also the story of the power of words. Words are elemental to the creative writing process. So when a character jumps from the pages to real life, this is a metaphor for the importance of reading, I think.
I enjoyed the read. It was different so I was sometimes thrown off the pacing. But if you have a healthy fantasy mind, that doesn’t get in the way of the story.
I’d like to thank NetGalley and Lake Union Publishing for allowing me to read this ARC.
March 17, 2026
I liked the concept of essentially bringing a character to life, but unfortunately, it’s very difficult to craft a woman who’s tied to one man and naïve to all the ways of the world without falling into manic pixie dream girl territory. Nelle is a slightly tamer version of the trope; she grows out of her naïveté quickly, but still fails to consider the desires of those around her in pursuit of her dreams (ironic, considering this is the very thing she hates her father for). I enjoyed the NYC scenes - mostly because Jessie is probably my favorite character. She takes care of James and Nelle with kindness, but she refuses to let them wallow when all they need to do is have a discussion.
I don’t see how the book could have ended any other way. I appreciated the open ending - it closes James and Nelle’s story in a bittersweet way while still allowing the reader to hope.
I don’t see how the book could have ended any other way. I appreciated the open ending - it closes James and Nelle’s story in a bittersweet way while still allowing the reader to hope.
October 22, 2025
3.75⭐A VERY original story of pain, love, trauma, adventure, and magic. This book nails what it is like being lost in your 20s. If Disney's Jack and Sally were in our world, I believe this would be their journey.
I'm left with a lot of questions about the decisions the characters made..but I think a reread might help me see a different perspective.
Can we also take a moment to appreciate honest intimate scenes👏🙏
I'm left with a lot of questions about the decisions the characters made..but I think a reread might help me see a different perspective.
Can we also take a moment to appreciate honest intimate scenes👏🙏
Review of advance copy
I really loved this author’s writing style, but the story fell off the tracks for me about halfway through. The bits about Nelle’s family were interesting, but the sudden fatherly realization felt a bit untrue to his character. The attraction between James and Nelle also felt forced, if not a bit rushed, at times. Again, I love the writing style, but the plot itself didn’t move the needle much for me. Would be interested in reading other work by this author.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 11, 2026
one of my absolute favorites
This is such a captivating story, it really pulls you in. Now I will say it does seem bit rushed at times but it will slow back down if that makes sense. The story is beautiful, it’s romantic and has twists and turns that keep you flipping the page. Ugh I love it. I actually got a bit emotional at the end and I never do that with shows or books lol. Just read it, it’ll wrap you in.
This is such a captivating story, it really pulls you in. Now I will say it does seem bit rushed at times but it will slow back down if that makes sense. The story is beautiful, it’s romantic and has twists and turns that keep you flipping the page. Ugh I love it. I actually got a bit emotional at the end and I never do that with shows or books lol. Just read it, it’ll wrap you in.
March 3, 2026
I wasn’t sure what I would think of this book after the first few pages but I stuck it out and I’m so glad I did. By chapter 4 I was hooked and scrambling to find pockets of time to read it. It reminded me a bit of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. There’s some steam and some language but I loved the story and the characters!
March 5, 2026
This was so beautiful.
I love this book so much. It’s more than a romance books, its a book to fall back in love with life.
I picked up this book just to pass the time but it is amazing. Their love story though not conventional is only a part of this book. This book is so much more than just love and actually is more about how someone can help you find yourself.
I love this book so much. It’s more than a romance books, its a book to fall back in love with life.
I picked up this book just to pass the time but it is amazing. Their love story though not conventional is only a part of this book. This book is so much more than just love and actually is more about how someone can help you find yourself.
Review of advance copy
At times, this book felt a bit stale to me. The author tried to use so much imagery and the "aesthetic" felt forced. I did love the idea of Nellie and felt like her character was well executed, but some parts stretched too long...
All in all, not a terrible book and I would recommend it solely based on (1.) the love story and (2.) the magic of Nelle.
Amazon First Reads*
All in all, not a terrible book and I would recommend it solely based on (1.) the love story and (2.) the magic of Nelle.
Amazon First Reads*
January 5, 2026
This book was unusual to say the least. Whispers of Ink and Starlight is a very imaginative romance with a touch of magic. Thanks to the author, Lake Union Publishing, and NetGalley. I received a complimentary copy of this ebook. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.
March 5, 2026
Very interesting!
Love the way this was written, a novel approach to a love story with a few twists and turns! The characters were completely relatable to anyone who’s ever had a first love or wanted to break away from everything. Very well written!
Love the way this was written, a novel approach to a love story with a few twists and turns! The characters were completely relatable to anyone who’s ever had a first love or wanted to break away from everything. Very well written!
Review of advance copy
Amazon First Reads March 2026
This stories concept is so intriguing and unique. But the story itself falls flat. It lacked emotion and details. I wanted so much to love this book, but found it hard to engage.
This stories concept is so intriguing and unique. But the story itself falls flat. It lacked emotion and details. I wanted so much to love this book, but found it hard to engage.
March 13, 2026
Interesting Story Sci-fi
I read this book based on rave reviews, which I mow can say was a mistake. The premise of the book is fantasy and if you are into romantic fantasy this is great read for you.
I read this book based on rave reviews, which I mow can say was a mistake. The premise of the book is fantasy and if you are into romantic fantasy this is great read for you.
March 16, 2026
Magic or curse?
Fast paced love story created through writing your desires. The characters felt fully fleshed out and you wanted them to succeed to live the lives they dreamed of. Good read.
Fast paced love story created through writing your desires. The characters felt fully fleshed out and you wanted them to succeed to live the lives they dreamed of. Good read.
January 12, 2024
I need this book now.
Review of advance copy
Writing was choppy and too YA at best. Just couldn't get into it. Add on that the author came on here to review his one book and himself 5 stars, and its immediately going into the DNF pile.
Review of advance copy
2.5 stars, really. This was a Kindle First Read, and I didn’t love it, but didn’t hate it.
Review of advance copy
Gripping and very well written
Review of advance copy
The story of the infuriating love of Nelle and James.
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