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Glass & Sin
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Expected 30 Apr 26Book 1 of the Shattered Crowns series by Cordelia Cross
This is a dark romantasy fairy tale retelling containing explicit scenes, a Why Choose dynamic, and themes of power exchange.
THE MIRROR LIED.
The Queen doesn't just want to be the fairest; she’ll kill to keep the title. Princess Shay has spent her life mastering the art of invisibility, but silence can no longer save her. Marked for death and hunted by a man who never misses, Shay flees into the deep woods.
But she finds no prince charming.
Instead, she finds the mines and the six hardened outcasts who rule the dark beneath the earth. These men are not heroes. They are rough, possessive, and starving for a touch they haven’t felt in years. To buy her sanctuary, Shay strikes a devil’s her submission in exchange for their protection.
It was supposed to be a transaction—a cold, calculated surrender to ensure her survival. But as the agreement binds her to Dax, Gage, Bennett, and the others, Shay discovers a dark hunger she never knew she possessed. In the shadows of a mirror, she isn’t just a princess to be protected. She is a prize to be shared, claimed, and corrupted.
With the Queen’s magic closing in and Hunter on her trail, Shay must decide who she truly is. Because in a kingdom built on Glass and Sin, the only thing more dangerous than being hunted... is wanting to be caught. Forget the poison apple—in this shattered retelling, the true danger is the temptation to stay.
Glass & Sin features an interactive, "choose your own" epilogue. Will you choose the path of redemption, or will you surrender to the darkness? You decide how Snow’s story ends.
This is a dark romantasy fairy tale retelling containing explicit scenes, a Why Choose dynamic, and themes of power exchange.
THE MIRROR LIED.
The Queen doesn't just want to be the fairest; she’ll kill to keep the title. Princess Shay has spent her life mastering the art of invisibility, but silence can no longer save her. Marked for death and hunted by a man who never misses, Shay flees into the deep woods.
But she finds no prince charming.
Instead, she finds the mines and the six hardened outcasts who rule the dark beneath the earth. These men are not heroes. They are rough, possessive, and starving for a touch they haven’t felt in years. To buy her sanctuary, Shay strikes a devil’s her submission in exchange for their protection.
It was supposed to be a transaction—a cold, calculated surrender to ensure her survival. But as the agreement binds her to Dax, Gage, Bennett, and the others, Shay discovers a dark hunger she never knew she possessed. In the shadows of a mirror, she isn’t just a princess to be protected. She is a prize to be shared, claimed, and corrupted.
With the Queen’s magic closing in and Hunter on her trail, Shay must decide who she truly is. Because in a kingdom built on Glass and Sin, the only thing more dangerous than being hunted... is wanting to be caught. Forget the poison apple—in this shattered retelling, the true danger is the temptation to stay.
Glass & Sin features an interactive, "choose your own" epilogue. Will you choose the path of redemption, or will you surrender to the darkness? You decide how Snow’s story ends.
271 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication April 30, 2026
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Cordelia Cross
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Cordelia Cross wears all the hats. She is a horse trainer rehabbing off the track thoroughbreds, an adjunct college writing professor, a mom of two rambunctious young boys, and now published author with Glass & Sin—her debut novel.
She grew up in Virginia and after grad school moved to Maryland where she currently lives. When not working or momming, she’s drinking mushroom coffee, watching reality competition shows, and snuggling with her dog and cat—both frequently featured on her social media. Her favorite TV show is The Traitors, favorite movie is Saw, favorite food is cheese, and favorite place is Disney World.
She writes high-heat, dark fantasy retellings where "happily ever after" is earned in the shadows and forged by fire. Glass & Sin is the first book in The Shattered Crowns series.
Follow her journey on facebook, instagram, and tiktok at @cordeliacrossauthor
Cordelia Cross wears all the hats. She is a horse trainer rehabbing off the track thoroughbreds, an adjunct college writing professor, a mom of two rambunctious young boys, and now published author with Glass & Sin—her debut novel.
She grew up in Virginia and after grad school moved to Maryland where she currently lives. When not working or momming, she’s drinking mushroom coffee, watching reality competition shows, and snuggling with her dog and cat—both frequently featured on her social media. Her favorite TV show is The Traitors, favorite movie is Saw, favorite food is cheese, and favorite place is Disney World.
She writes high-heat, dark fantasy retellings where "happily ever after" is earned in the shadows and forged by fire. Glass & Sin is the first book in The Shattered Crowns series.
Follow her journey on facebook, instagram, and tiktok at @cordeliacrossauthor
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April 19, 2026
I absolutely loved this dark SMUTTY retelling of Snow White. Snow isn’t one of my favorite princess but this retelling really gives her a backbone and she starts going for what she wants even if it’s the miners keeping her safe.
I’m excited to see how this series progresses and what other retelling the author brings to life.
I’m excited to see how this series progresses and what other retelling the author brings to life.
April 17, 2026
Review of advanced copy received from author ❤️
This is not your childhood fairytale. This is Snow White with allll the spice. I wasn’t sold in the beginning but my the middle I was hooked and I don’t even have words for the ending. Such a fun read! Highly recommend if you like spice and appreciate a good retelling. For a debut novel from a new author I was very pleasantly surprised.
This is not your childhood fairytale. This is Snow White with allll the spice. I wasn’t sold in the beginning but my the middle I was hooked and I don’t even have words for the ending. Such a fun read! Highly recommend if you like spice and appreciate a good retelling. For a debut novel from a new author I was very pleasantly surprised.
April 10, 2026
Review of advanced reader copy provided by author.
Glass & Sin is a retelling of Snow White but with a dark twist, and a whole lot of spice.
I love a good fairytale retelling and this book did a good job of that. The author took the well-known classic and put a spin on it to keep it interesting. This book explored the darkness in people’s hearts and how greed, vain, and obsession can seep blackness into your soul. It showed how beauty is power but can also become someone’s downfall. We also see how far people are willing to go to gain someone’s love/ attention.
Another thing I enjoyed was the contrast between the beginning of the novel, before Shay’s father’s death, and the bleakness that follows. She went from being the beloved and pampered princess to a prisoner in a gilded cage within a day. At first, Shay didn’t know she had become a prisoner and lost her mother’s love. This was interesting because the queen was very quiet with her jealousy and toxicity, showing just how fearsome she is.
The middle of the book lost me quite a bit because we get introduced to the six men who take in Shay and help her when she was running away in the forest. I found that it was difficult to separate the six men as their own characters because there wasn’t enough time taken to flush them out. This was also the part of the book with the most smut but I personally liked the overarching plot much more. But if you are a fan of spice, I think you will quite enjoy this!
Overall, this was a good reinterpretation of a classic fairytale with a dark twist and some unexpected turns.
Glass & Sin is a retelling of Snow White but with a dark twist, and a whole lot of spice.
I love a good fairytale retelling and this book did a good job of that. The author took the well-known classic and put a spin on it to keep it interesting. This book explored the darkness in people’s hearts and how greed, vain, and obsession can seep blackness into your soul. It showed how beauty is power but can also become someone’s downfall. We also see how far people are willing to go to gain someone’s love/ attention.
Another thing I enjoyed was the contrast between the beginning of the novel, before Shay’s father’s death, and the bleakness that follows. She went from being the beloved and pampered princess to a prisoner in a gilded cage within a day. At first, Shay didn’t know she had become a prisoner and lost her mother’s love. This was interesting because the queen was very quiet with her jealousy and toxicity, showing just how fearsome she is.
The middle of the book lost me quite a bit because we get introduced to the six men who take in Shay and help her when she was running away in the forest. I found that it was difficult to separate the six men as their own characters because there wasn’t enough time taken to flush them out. This was also the part of the book with the most smut but I personally liked the overarching plot much more. But if you are a fan of spice, I think you will quite enjoy this!
Overall, this was a good reinterpretation of a classic fairytale with a dark twist and some unexpected turns.
April 11, 2026
I really struggled with this review. If you love SMUT then this is the book for you. I think you would give it 4 stars. Because I’ve discovered I’m not as much of a SMUT girl as I thought I would give it 3 stars. The reason I gave 4 is because I realize that the book is great, it’s just not completely my jam. That doesn’t mean that it’s not good though. I love the story line. Smut girls will be thrilled to read this. The author is very sweet. I promoted this book for her out of sheer love for the book, and will continue to do. I hope my review makes sense.
March 31, 2026
-Dark fairy tale retelling
-why choose
-found family
Just finished this arc read. I think it was well written and I enjoyed reading it, it was just more of a one and done book for me personally. There were lots of good quotes and a good storyline. There was one part where hunter takes shay’s virginity. The whole scene made me feel so icky I almost dnf-ed. However I did push through and kept reading and I do think that it actually ended up adding to the plot and making so many things make sense with how she views herself and her sexuality and taking that power back for herself.
Would definitely recommend if you are big Snow White fan
I love the dark spicy aspect with the guys and the found family trope amongst that and omg the epilogue with the prince joining in ….. yess. Exactly what I was hoping for!!
-why choose
-found family
Just finished this arc read. I think it was well written and I enjoyed reading it, it was just more of a one and done book for me personally. There were lots of good quotes and a good storyline. There was one part where hunter takes shay’s virginity. The whole scene made me feel so icky I almost dnf-ed. However I did push through and kept reading and I do think that it actually ended up adding to the plot and making so many things make sense with how she views herself and her sexuality and taking that power back for herself.
Would definitely recommend if you are big Snow White fan
I love the dark spicy aspect with the guys and the found family trope amongst that and omg the epilogue with the prince joining in ….. yess. Exactly what I was hoping for!!
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April 7, 2026If you like the story of Snow White and dark romance then this is for you. However, I will say that the book felt a bit rushed and something’s felt forced or missing. I’m also not really sure how we got no real insight into Gage but he suddenly cared a lot? I didn’t ever feel any tension, I didn’t feel the anxiety, edge of your seat feeling. There is though, two epilogues to choose your ending which is always very much enjoyable in a book. It is a quick read as well, so if you do decide to read it, it can be read in a day if you have the time to sit down. Again, if you like the story of Snow White and dark romance, give it a shot. This will be for you.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Once Upon a Sin: Scorching Spice, Shattered Crowns & a Princess Who Refused to Choose
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This debut is an absolute triumph! A dark, intoxicating reverse harem retelling of Snow White that had me hooked from start to finish. Cordelia Cross nails the balance that's so rare in romance books: scorching spice *and* gripping plot, emotional depth, and world-building. We readers usually have to choose between spice or story because most books lean heavily on (or only successfully execute) one, but Glass & Sin delivers both in a way that feels new and addictive. If you're craving a fairy tale reimagining with edge, why-choose dynamics, fierce agency for the heroine, and unapologetic heat, this is it!
The book honors classic Snow White elements: jealous queen, huntsman, miners, poisoned apple, and glass coffin. Cross keeps the fairy tale's core bones intact while weaving in intricate, original layers that make her iteration vibrant. The characters’ names are crafted with clever intention: Shay for her snowy birth, Hunter the huntsman, Grimm the loyal horse, and the miners echoing those familiar Disney personalities with a satisfying nod to the classic seventh spot. Shay (our Snow White) isn't a passive princess; she is a survivor who claims her power, her desires, and her happily-ever-after on her own terms in a resolution that's satisfying and bold.
One of the most powerful subplots is how orgasms mapped Shay's arc toward reclaiming her body, agency, and self-worth. After a lifetime centered on others' demands, her path to discovering pleasure is handled with genuine nuance and empowerment. It is rare and wonderful to see a heroine faced with the same dilemma that many women face in real life (in most books it's just insta-coming galore) and this self-discovery thread became one of my favorite parts of the story.
I also loved the recurring "once upon a ___" motif because it subverts the classic fairy tale opening into something darker and more personal, starting with the first chapter titled "Once Upon a Nightmare," and evolving to Shay whispering lines like, "once upon a time a princess forgot how to breathe," "a princess ran away," and culminating in "happily ever after."
The why-choose dynamic with six rugged, possessive miners starts as a transactional bargain for protection, but it evolves organically and beautifully into fierce loyalty, devotion, and unbreakable bonds.
The balance of plot and spice is exceptional. Early chapters create layered tension and world-building through flashbacks to childhood trauma, royal intrigue, and the queen’s growing menace, plus survival tension that keeps the stakes high. Then the heat ignites and varies thoughtfully: it ebbs and flows rather than climbing linearly, which is a subtle and unique strength. Most books just get spicier and spicier, but this one mixes intense peaks with more sweeping, relational descriptions where desire ties directly to emotional growth. Scenes range from commanding dynamics that push boundaries to tender, self-focused explorations of pleasure, and every heat level feels earned and integral rather than gratuitous.
Notably, birth control and pregnancy are not addressed even though circumstances unambiguously warranted it. Initially, I was puzzled but came to appreciate it as a purposeful choice. Frankly, I'm thrilled that Cross skips the usual pregnancy tropes that loom in so many romance books!
The brilliant resolution honors every one of Shay’s relationships in a way that never forces false choices or erases her hard-earned journey, showing just how dedicated Cross is to giving Shay tenacity and real agency. The interactive "choose your own" epilogues add a fun layer of reader choice, letting you lean toward a more traditional fairy tale romance or indulgent surrender.
An honest note on pacing: the story builds immersively and deliberately until about 88%, then the final stretch feels compressed. The post-climax journey, confrontation, and resolution rush by compared to the intentionally measured build earlier. The epilogues also feel a touch different in tone and polish, and seem briefer or less layered in their execution compared to the masterful earlier scenes. Still, these do not overshadow the incredible ride; the core story and character arcs shine so brightly that the book remains a standout.
Overall, I'm incredibly impressed at Cross’ polished writing and would've never guessed that this was her debut. I'm notoriously picky with romance these days and DNF books if they're not genuinely great. I enthusiastically finished Glass & Sin because I was loving every page (the ARC aspect was just icing on the cake).
Cordelia Cross is a gifted storyteller with a real talent for blending familiar tropes into something fresh, filthy, and emotionally resonant. I devoured this and cannot wait for more in the Shattered Crowns series!
I received an advance reader copy and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This debut is an absolute triumph! A dark, intoxicating reverse harem retelling of Snow White that had me hooked from start to finish. Cordelia Cross nails the balance that's so rare in romance books: scorching spice *and* gripping plot, emotional depth, and world-building. We readers usually have to choose between spice or story because most books lean heavily on (or only successfully execute) one, but Glass & Sin delivers both in a way that feels new and addictive. If you're craving a fairy tale reimagining with edge, why-choose dynamics, fierce agency for the heroine, and unapologetic heat, this is it!
The book honors classic Snow White elements: jealous queen, huntsman, miners, poisoned apple, and glass coffin. Cross keeps the fairy tale's core bones intact while weaving in intricate, original layers that make her iteration vibrant. The characters’ names are crafted with clever intention: Shay for her snowy birth, Hunter the huntsman, Grimm the loyal horse, and the miners echoing those familiar Disney personalities with a satisfying nod to the classic seventh spot. Shay (our Snow White) isn't a passive princess; she is a survivor who claims her power, her desires, and her happily-ever-after on her own terms in a resolution that's satisfying and bold.
One of the most powerful subplots is how orgasms mapped Shay's arc toward reclaiming her body, agency, and self-worth. After a lifetime centered on others' demands, her path to discovering pleasure is handled with genuine nuance and empowerment. It is rare and wonderful to see a heroine faced with the same dilemma that many women face in real life (in most books it's just insta-coming galore) and this self-discovery thread became one of my favorite parts of the story.
I also loved the recurring "once upon a ___" motif because it subverts the classic fairy tale opening into something darker and more personal, starting with the first chapter titled "Once Upon a Nightmare," and evolving to Shay whispering lines like, "once upon a time a princess forgot how to breathe," "a princess ran away," and culminating in "happily ever after."
The why-choose dynamic with six rugged, possessive miners starts as a transactional bargain for protection, but it evolves organically and beautifully into fierce loyalty, devotion, and unbreakable bonds.
The balance of plot and spice is exceptional. Early chapters create layered tension and world-building through flashbacks to childhood trauma, royal intrigue, and the queen’s growing menace, plus survival tension that keeps the stakes high. Then the heat ignites and varies thoughtfully: it ebbs and flows rather than climbing linearly, which is a subtle and unique strength. Most books just get spicier and spicier, but this one mixes intense peaks with more sweeping, relational descriptions where desire ties directly to emotional growth. Scenes range from commanding dynamics that push boundaries to tender, self-focused explorations of pleasure, and every heat level feels earned and integral rather than gratuitous.
Notably, birth control and pregnancy are not addressed even though circumstances unambiguously warranted it. Initially, I was puzzled but came to appreciate it as a purposeful choice. Frankly, I'm thrilled that Cross skips the usual pregnancy tropes that loom in so many romance books!
The brilliant resolution honors every one of Shay’s relationships in a way that never forces false choices or erases her hard-earned journey, showing just how dedicated Cross is to giving Shay tenacity and real agency. The interactive "choose your own" epilogues add a fun layer of reader choice, letting you lean toward a more traditional fairy tale romance or indulgent surrender.
An honest note on pacing: the story builds immersively and deliberately until about 88%, then the final stretch feels compressed. The post-climax journey, confrontation, and resolution rush by compared to the intentionally measured build earlier. The epilogues also feel a touch different in tone and polish, and seem briefer or less layered in their execution compared to the masterful earlier scenes. Still, these do not overshadow the incredible ride; the core story and character arcs shine so brightly that the book remains a standout.
Overall, I'm incredibly impressed at Cross’ polished writing and would've never guessed that this was her debut. I'm notoriously picky with romance these days and DNF books if they're not genuinely great. I enthusiastically finished Glass & Sin because I was loving every page (the ARC aspect was just icing on the cake).
Cordelia Cross is a gifted storyteller with a real talent for blending familiar tropes into something fresh, filthy, and emotionally resonant. I devoured this and cannot wait for more in the Shattered Crowns series!
I received an advance reader copy and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Review of ARC Read.
This a debut novel from this author and it was so well written and had me hooked from the beginning!
I love fairytale retellings and this was excellently done, this read was an intoxicating, dark and spicy Snow White retelling and I devoured the lot!
This novel did keep with the traditional aspects of the original story and honours the classic Snow White aspects; a princess, a jealous queen, miners, huntsmen a poisoned apple and a glass coffin. Cross keeps the original story’s core and incorporates her own twisty and spicy elements within.
The FMC, Shay (Snow) isn’t a passive princess; she is a survivor of trauma and heartbreak who claims back her own desires and her own power. One of the most powerful aspects within this novel, is that Shay reclaims her body, her beauty and her self-worth. After a lifetime of control by other people, finally putting her own needs and desires first and to be loved in return.
The why-choose and found family aspects of this story, of six rugged miners, begins as a bargain for protection and safety within their home in return for warmth and love. It evolves into fierce loyalty and bonds between all men & their very own princess.
Early chapters within this read create world building, with flashbacks to the past, Shay’s life before the death of her father and how her mother the Queen became cold and unloving and power hungry. The balance between spice and plot was very well done, the emotional depth and world building, all of this is so easily achieved in this read. The spice and plot flows effortlessly.
The only issue I could identify when reading was that the six miner men could have had slightly more interaction, I found myself forgetting who was who and had to keep checking, could have done with a little bit more information on the men themselves. I also found that the first 80 percent of the book flowed nicely and very descriptive and the last part felt rushed and condensed.
This overall is a very good read and would recommend this read!
Cross is a gifted author with the ability to blend stories into a refreshing and sometimes very spicy reads. (PS I loved epilogue 2!)
I cannot wait to read more from this author!
Thank you to the author for choosing me to ARC read this debut novel 💋
As always check your triggers 💋
Tropes;
♥️ Morally Grey Men
♥️ 6 Men & One woman
♥️ Romantasy
♥️ Evil Villain
♥️ Choose your own ending
♥️ Spicy
♥️ Snow White Retelling
This a debut novel from this author and it was so well written and had me hooked from the beginning!
I love fairytale retellings and this was excellently done, this read was an intoxicating, dark and spicy Snow White retelling and I devoured the lot!
This novel did keep with the traditional aspects of the original story and honours the classic Snow White aspects; a princess, a jealous queen, miners, huntsmen a poisoned apple and a glass coffin. Cross keeps the original story’s core and incorporates her own twisty and spicy elements within.
The FMC, Shay (Snow) isn’t a passive princess; she is a survivor of trauma and heartbreak who claims back her own desires and her own power. One of the most powerful aspects within this novel, is that Shay reclaims her body, her beauty and her self-worth. After a lifetime of control by other people, finally putting her own needs and desires first and to be loved in return.
The why-choose and found family aspects of this story, of six rugged miners, begins as a bargain for protection and safety within their home in return for warmth and love. It evolves into fierce loyalty and bonds between all men & their very own princess.
Early chapters within this read create world building, with flashbacks to the past, Shay’s life before the death of her father and how her mother the Queen became cold and unloving and power hungry. The balance between spice and plot was very well done, the emotional depth and world building, all of this is so easily achieved in this read. The spice and plot flows effortlessly.
The only issue I could identify when reading was that the six miner men could have had slightly more interaction, I found myself forgetting who was who and had to keep checking, could have done with a little bit more information on the men themselves. I also found that the first 80 percent of the book flowed nicely and very descriptive and the last part felt rushed and condensed.
This overall is a very good read and would recommend this read!
Cross is a gifted author with the ability to blend stories into a refreshing and sometimes very spicy reads. (PS I loved epilogue 2!)
I cannot wait to read more from this author!
Thank you to the author for choosing me to ARC read this debut novel 💋
As always check your triggers 💋
Tropes;
♥️ Morally Grey Men
♥️ 6 Men & One woman
♥️ Romantasy
♥️ Evil Villain
♥️ Choose your own ending
♥️ Spicy
♥️ Snow White Retelling
Review of advance copy received from Author
Creative retelling of Cinderella. Definitely a grown up version from chapter one. The evil queen is bone chillingly evil, Hunter is . . . completely off his meds, there are six men versus seven dwarves—but once you factor in prince Jacob, well, you get it 😉 Strap yourself in for murder in the name of the very jealous queen Liora, debauchery in spades, and true love that spans all reasoning.
GLASS & SIN is a fun, sometimes campy, romp to a very full HEA card.
*** Recommended ***
MMC:
✨Dax
✨Gage
✨Bennett
✨Harry
✨Drew
✨Silas
+
✨Jacob
FMC:
✨Shay
HEA/Cliffhanger:
✨HEA
Series:
✨Book 1: The Shattered Crowns
Tropes:
👉dark romance
👉Snow White retelling
👉possessive MMCs
👉touch starved MMCs
👉why choose romance
Triggers:🛑see content warning page/author’s website for full list🛑
💥18+
💥 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, mf, open🚪sex
💥profanity
💥violence
💥dark magic
💥toxic family
💥manipulation
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
GLASS & SIN is a fun, sometimes campy, romp to a very full HEA card.
*** Recommended ***
MMC:
✨Dax
✨Gage
✨Bennett
✨Harry
✨Drew
✨Silas
+
✨Jacob
FMC:
✨Shay
HEA/Cliffhanger:
✨HEA
Series:
✨Book 1: The Shattered Crowns
Tropes:
👉dark romance
👉Snow White retelling
👉possessive MMCs
👉touch starved MMCs
👉why choose romance
Triggers:🛑see content warning page/author’s website for full list🛑
💥18+
💥 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️, mf, open🚪sex
💥profanity
💥violence
💥dark magic
💥toxic family
💥manipulation
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
April 24, 2026
Voluntary review of an ARC received from the author.
Me and fairytale retellings? At this point it’s a full-blown personality trait—I can’t get enough. This Snow White reimagining leans into the familiar bones (the dwarves, the hunter), but adds a spicy, why-choose twist that makes it feel fresh and indulgent.
Since it’s a shorter book, the pacing does mean the relationships don’t get quite enough room to fully breathe. I especially felt that with the miners—I wanted more time, more depth, more connection to really sell the emotional side of things.
That said… I’m completely obsessed with the split ending. Being able to “choose” how the story wraps up is such a fun, interactive touch. Of course I read both (zero self-control), and honestly? They’re both fantastic in their own way. It’s such a clever way to let the reader shape their own experience.
A quick, spicy, and creative retelling that left me wanting just a little more—and still smiling at the end.
Me and fairytale retellings? At this point it’s a full-blown personality trait—I can’t get enough. This Snow White reimagining leans into the familiar bones (the dwarves, the hunter), but adds a spicy, why-choose twist that makes it feel fresh and indulgent.
Since it’s a shorter book, the pacing does mean the relationships don’t get quite enough room to fully breathe. I especially felt that with the miners—I wanted more time, more depth, more connection to really sell the emotional side of things.
That said… I’m completely obsessed with the split ending. Being able to “choose” how the story wraps up is such a fun, interactive touch. Of course I read both (zero self-control), and honestly? They’re both fantastic in their own way. It’s such a clever way to let the reader shape their own experience.
A quick, spicy, and creative retelling that left me wanting just a little more—and still smiling at the end.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Twisted. Fairytale. Temptation.
Glass & Sin was such a deliciously dark and addictive twist on Snow White. I loved how Cordelia Cross took a familiar fairy tale and turned it into something dangerous, seductive, and completely its own. Shay starts as someone who has spent her life trying to survive by staying small and unseen, but watching her step into her power was one of my favorite parts of the story. The world felt gritty, magical, and full of tension, with danger lurking around every corner.
The six outcasts added so much intensity to the story, each bringing their own energy and making the why choose dynamic impossible to ignore. The chemistry was scorching, the possessiveness was top tier, and the power exchange themes gave everything an extra edge. I also loved that beneath all the spice and darkness, there was real emotional growth and connection. This book was bold, sinful, and left me ready for whatever chaos comes next in the series.
Glass & Sin was such a deliciously dark and addictive twist on Snow White. I loved how Cordelia Cross took a familiar fairy tale and turned it into something dangerous, seductive, and completely its own. Shay starts as someone who has spent her life trying to survive by staying small and unseen, but watching her step into her power was one of my favorite parts of the story. The world felt gritty, magical, and full of tension, with danger lurking around every corner.
The six outcasts added so much intensity to the story, each bringing their own energy and making the why choose dynamic impossible to ignore. The chemistry was scorching, the possessiveness was top tier, and the power exchange themes gave everything an extra edge. I also loved that beneath all the spice and darkness, there was real emotional growth and connection. This book was bold, sinful, and left me ready for whatever chaos comes next in the series.
Review of advance copy
Firstly, my miner from the quiz is 'Gage' 🥰
And secondly before i review… How has Snow not gotten pregnant????
I thoroughly enjoyed this adult version of snow white. Was definitely Dark & Spicy!!!
And the miners OMG talk about a top harem, now these were perfect.
The queen was her typical b**ch self which i loved and Snow, damn…. far from an innocent shy sheltered princess.
Thise epilogues at the end, i could not choose, i reckon they would be good a one epilogue, ep.B followed by ep.A
And Hunter what a creep, tbh i was expecting him to fall for Snow not be infatuated with Liora and i didnt know how the author was going to go about the dwarves lol.
All in all a really good book cant wait for the next.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
And secondly before i review… How has Snow not gotten pregnant????
I thoroughly enjoyed this adult version of snow white. Was definitely Dark & Spicy!!!
And the miners OMG talk about a top harem, now these were perfect.
The queen was her typical b**ch self which i loved and Snow, damn…. far from an innocent shy sheltered princess.
Thise epilogues at the end, i could not choose, i reckon they would be good a one epilogue, ep.B followed by ep.A
And Hunter what a creep, tbh i was expecting him to fall for Snow not be infatuated with Liora and i didnt know how the author was going to go about the dwarves lol.
All in all a really good book cant wait for the next.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A dark Snow White's retelling with a twists that was actually very interesting. I was hooked from the beginning when the story unfold from Shay's childhood up till she blossomed and become a young lady even though she went through all those ugly and mean things from the Queen. I was terrified the whole time worrying if something would happen to Grimm, but thank goodness everything's okay. That dark twist involving six young men surprised me😅 I like how Shay slowly figure out her strength and not just being a damsel in distress till the end of the story. This is my first time reading a book with two different epilogues. At first I think I like the first one, as it become a clean cut ending for a princess, but then I think with the whole tone of the story, I guess I prefer the second one😄
Review of advance copy
I absolutely loved this book! I was gifted access to this ARC vis BookSirens and I have never gobbled a book up so fast in my life!! This book was so hot and the plot was plotting. We all know the story of Snow White but I'm going to tell you this is not your typical Snow White story. This book was everything I was hoping it would be and then some! If you like dark romantasy you'll like this! If you like fairy tales you'll like this. If you like a Broody Romance you'll like this. This book has something for everyone. I am not joking when I say this is probably my favorite book so far of the 60 I've read so far this year. It had me kicking my feet giggling and wiping my brow with sweat at the sexy scenes because dang girl dang! Let's just say I need more please, just more!
Review of advance copy
3.75 stars. This was a pretty straightforward Snow White retelling. The plot follows the original story without much variation and there is a fun choose your own ending for the epilogue. I would say the story is definitely spicy but not overly explicit.
The pacing was okay, but I really needed more from the MMCs. Despite just finishing the book, I couldn't tell you all 6 of the miners names, let alone which personality trait they had. Each MMC had no back story, no character development, and Prince Jacob was barely on page. I enjoyed Snow and her regaining her bodily autonomy but the MMCs were ultimately forgettable.
Thank you to BookSirens and Cordelia Cross for the free eARC.
The pacing was okay, but I really needed more from the MMCs. Despite just finishing the book, I couldn't tell you all 6 of the miners names, let alone which personality trait they had. Each MMC had no back story, no character development, and Prince Jacob was barely on page. I enjoyed Snow and her regaining her bodily autonomy but the MMCs were ultimately forgettable.
Thank you to BookSirens and Cordelia Cross for the free eARC.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I.was given the opportunity to read an ARC of "Glass & Sin" by Cordelia Cross. The launch date for "Glass & Sin" is scheduled for 4/30. I am writing this review voluntarily. This is an adult fairytale retelling of Snow White with appearances of her 6 men, Prince Charming, the Evil Queen and a jilted and murderous Captain of the Guard - emphasis on the word adult. Definitely not the Snow White of my childhood! 🔥 The plot is appealing and Snow White's growth from a meek and mild child to an adult who knows what she needs and wants is terrific. If you enjoy fairytale retellings with a spicy and provocative twist (which I do), check this book out!
Review of advance copy
This was such a fun (and spicy) retelling of Snow White! I loved the dynamics between Snow and her family, and the back story that set up the more familiar parts of the fairy tale. I really enjoyed seeing her character evolve throughout the story and learn to embrace her power! I would have really liked more time to get to know the miners individually and to explore their unique relationships to Snow. The beginning of the story gave us so much insight into the early relationships and I felt like that was missing in the parts after she leaves the castle. Overall a great read and I look forward to the next book!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
For a retelling of a favorite fairy tale this book was great. Love the why choose and found family aspects of the story and love that snow white found her own strength in her beauty. Loved every minute of this and the prince leaving the pendant had me asking myself time and time again when he'd finally come back into the story and was not disappointed! Great read and definitely suggest for anyone who loves these tropes or loves a good fairy tale retelling!
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Review of advanced copy received by author.
This was just dang!!!! This retelling of a classic fairytale is what we all needed. The story and plot was there and the spice. Hold on everyone because it will blow your socks off. Will definitely read it again and again. Love it and highly recommend it.
This was just dang!!!! This retelling of a classic fairytale is what we all needed. The story and plot was there and the spice. Hold on everyone because it will blow your socks off. Will definitely read it again and again. Love it and highly recommend it.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book started off a little slow and I found my self skim reading a little (it was world building which is understandable) But when shay ran away and met the miners OMG wow I was hooked. When shay found her voice, her confidence and learnt to say no, she is just amazing! An amazing dark retailing of Snow White!
Review of advance copy received from Author
I wanted to love this book - the concept is very intriguing, but the execution left me hoping for more.
I enjoyed the beginning - great job of setting the scene and developing the characters. But once Snow White flees the whole book seemed to stumble and leave me feeling something was missing.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I enjoyed the beginning - great job of setting the scene and developing the characters. But once Snow White flees the whole book seemed to stumble and leave me feeling something was missing.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This was pretty interesting Shay aka Snow's life was turned upside down after losing her dad. Heartache and loneliness was all she knew after that because of her mother the Queen. Eventually she escapes and stumbles up six miners and strikes a deal with benefits. A fair amount of spice that happens. I would have enjoyed this book a lot more if it was first person pov instead of third person pov.
Review of advance copy received from Author
A why choose where I get to choose the way the fairytale ends?!?! YES PLEASE! Not going to lie, I may have doubled back through the woods to make another choice… but either way, an epic Romantasy worth reading!
Review of advance copy received from Author
story line has potential. it was well written. if you like dark romance with self worth and why choose this book could be for you.
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