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Expected publication October 9, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Author
"When we were together, we were like moths drawn to a flame; we couldnt fight it so we danced in the flames, kicked up the ashes, and thrived in our darkness"
"They say that time heals all wounds, that is the biggest crock of bulls*. All time does is dull the ache, although I wouldn't even say that much. You live with the pain of your loss for so long it becomes part of you. You learn to live with it, and eventually you forget what life was like without the ache of that loss"
"The cold having a mind of its own? As if I needed another reason to hate the cold" --same
What an emotional journey this book takes you on, with some very deep lows. SJ does an amazing job of conveying palpable emotions as she weaves a story of immense heartache and pain, while taking you through finding your way back, to be brought down again. My heart broke so many times for our FMC. There are beautiful, fun moments in between all of the intense situations. The villain is ruthlessly brutal and completely depraved. I cant wait to continue the story
"They say that time heals all wounds, that is the biggest crock of bulls*. All time does is dull the ache, although I wouldn't even say that much. You live with the pain of your loss for so long it becomes part of you. You learn to live with it, and eventually you forget what life was like without the ache of that loss"
"The cold having a mind of its own? As if I needed another reason to hate the cold" --same
What an emotional journey this book takes you on, with some very deep lows. SJ does an amazing job of conveying palpable emotions as she weaves a story of immense heartache and pain, while taking you through finding your way back, to be brought down again. My heart broke so many times for our FMC. There are beautiful, fun moments in between all of the intense situations. The villain is ruthlessly brutal and completely depraved. I cant wait to continue the story
Review of advance copy received from Author
“They say time heals all wounds; that is the biggest crock of bullsh*t.”
How in the world are you going to write something that tugs my heartstrings like that in one chapter and then completely piss me off two chapters later. And the constant cycle of emotions throughout. Girl. 🙌🏻
“All time does is dull the ache, although I wouldn’t even say that much.”
That, my friends, is a book well written. I’m pleased to share that my read through of Binding was nothing short of highs, even during the lows (emotionally speaking - this book was absolutely fantastic!).
“You live with the pain of your loss for so long it becomes a part of you.”
THE EPILOGUE - ARE YOU KIDDING ME. I need book two immediately! 😭
Add it to the TBR.
Preorder ASAP.
You’ve gotta get your eyes on this one!
You’d never guess this is a debut novel.
Side note: Something about a man whispering something so vulnerable turns me to mush. IYKYK 💁🏻♀️
Thank you so much SJ Sastre and Rattle the Stars PR for the opportunity to read and review Binding.
How in the world are you going to write something that tugs my heartstrings like that in one chapter and then completely piss me off two chapters later. And the constant cycle of emotions throughout. Girl. 🙌🏻
“All time does is dull the ache, although I wouldn’t even say that much.”
That, my friends, is a book well written. I’m pleased to share that my read through of Binding was nothing short of highs, even during the lows (emotionally speaking - this book was absolutely fantastic!).
“You live with the pain of your loss for so long it becomes a part of you.”
THE EPILOGUE - ARE YOU KIDDING ME. I need book two immediately! 😭
Add it to the TBR.
Preorder ASAP.
You’ve gotta get your eyes on this one!
You’d never guess this is a debut novel.
Side note: Something about a man whispering something so vulnerable turns me to mush. IYKYK 💁🏻♀️
Thank you so much SJ Sastre and Rattle the Stars PR for the opportunity to read and review Binding.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This one was a slow starter, but boy was it worth it.
We follow Elaine as her world gets turned upside down when the boyfriend she thought was dead turns out to be alive. SJ doesn’t shy away from exploring the emotional trauma Elaine has been through, and we as readers get to see that and grow with her as she navigates this new normal. She is a raw, honest FMC and I LOVE that - Darian is a possessive MMC that we all know we’d stay away from in real life but can’t help but fall in love with in a novel!
The magic is interesting, and we’ve only just scratched the surface of this I think, I can’t wait to see what else we discover in the next books! The same goes for Kalmain and the two neighbouring kingdoms - there is so much more to learn about this world and its history.
Read this is you like modern world fantasy, badass FMCs who aren’t afraid to say how they feel, and epic found family dynamics and banter.
Favourite quote: ‘CARPE DIEM, B*TCH!’
We follow Elaine as her world gets turned upside down when the boyfriend she thought was dead turns out to be alive. SJ doesn’t shy away from exploring the emotional trauma Elaine has been through, and we as readers get to see that and grow with her as she navigates this new normal. She is a raw, honest FMC and I LOVE that - Darian is a possessive MMC that we all know we’d stay away from in real life but can’t help but fall in love with in a novel!
The magic is interesting, and we’ve only just scratched the surface of this I think, I can’t wait to see what else we discover in the next books! The same goes for Kalmain and the two neighbouring kingdoms - there is so much more to learn about this world and its history.
Read this is you like modern world fantasy, badass FMCs who aren’t afraid to say how they feel, and epic found family dynamics and banter.
Favourite quote: ‘CARPE DIEM, B*TCH!’
Review of advance copy received from Author
4/5 ⭐️the cliff hanger thoooo 😭 so grateful I got to be a arc reader for Binding ! this read wrecked me lol the only reason it is getting a 4 is because I NEED to know what happens next! Loved the fire the fmc Elaine has & I’m a sucker for a wholesome friendship between the fmcs . The mmc , Darian has a gray side as well! If you like fae magic , inner turmoil & solid energies , this is the read for you !
One of my favorite lines is “the language is beautiful, and cursing someone out in Spanish has a certain oomph that is unmatched.”
TROPES:
Second chance romance | World between worlds | Ancient magic | Slow burn | Forced proximity | Found family | Secret confession | Fated mates | Knife throwing FMC | Touch her and die | Remembered detail | Protective and possessive MMC
One of my favorite lines is “the language is beautiful, and cursing someone out in Spanish has a certain oomph that is unmatched.”
TROPES:
Second chance romance | World between worlds | Ancient magic | Slow burn | Forced proximity | Found family | Secret confession | Fated mates | Knife throwing FMC | Touch her and die | Remembered detail | Protective and possessive MMC
Review of advance copy received from Author
I INHALED this book! I couldn't put it down!!!
The world building was easy to follow. The plot is so interesting . The characters tug on every single heartstring. The heartbreak! The yearning! The twists and turns!
Absolutely amazing debut novel and I can't wait to inhale the rest of this series!
The world building was easy to follow. The plot is so interesting . The characters tug on every single heartstring. The heartbreak! The yearning! The twists and turns!
Absolutely amazing debut novel and I can't wait to inhale the rest of this series!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Holy smokes was that a crazy roller coaster. I am left speechless and wordless. I do not even know what to type. Definitely need the next book.
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