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February 2026 Book Recommendations: Fae & Alchemy series: "Quicksilver," "Kingfisher's POV" and "Brimstone" by Callie Hart. Was this BookTok sensation worth the flowers? Host R.J. (Rosemary Jean-Louis) and Book Club Bestie guest reviewer Asiah Muhammad give brutally honest reviews and ratings. Part 1 in this episode "Quicksilver" and "Kingfisher's POV". Join us next week for Part 2 - the review of "Brimstone". Agree or disagree? Share in the comments or send a text.

IRL Book Events not to miss:

• February 13-14th, 2026 - Love Y'all Festival - romance and romantasy book conference in Decatur, Ga (MustLuvRomantasy will be there!)
• February 28, 2026 - Book signing with CM Lepore, author of "Lucid" and Book Bestie guest on Onyx Storm episode - 2nd & Charles, Hagerstown, Md.

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TV Series Binge-Watch Recommendation: The Way Home In this bonus episode, host R.J. teams up with book club bestie and fellow superfan, Yolanda Moore to breakdown The Way Home — Hallmark’s unexpectedly addictive, time‑traveling, multi‑generational drama that absolutely deserves a spot on every Romantasy lover’s binge-watchlist.

Together, they explore the magical pond that drives the story, the emotional arcs across three seasons, the layered romances, and the family mysteries that keep viewers hooked. Yolanda also brings a curated list of Hallmark time‑travel movies for your next cozy binge and opens up about the mission behind her nonprofit, Loving Rose Foundation.

Key Takeaways

• Peak Romantasy energy: magic, mystery, emotional healing, and multi‑timeline storytelling.
• The pond as chaotic magic: a fate‑driven portal shaping the Landry family’s past and present.
• Season‑by‑season themes:
  • Season 1 → Discovery
  • Season 2 → Redemption & rescue
  • Season 3 → Adjustment & identity
• Romance across generations: Kat’s love square, Alice’s first love, Del’s late‑in‑life romance, and a queer‑coded thread with Susanna.
• Season 4 theories: Who is Casey Goodwin? Is Sam Bishop a time traveler? What secrets remain buried in Port Haven?
• Hallmark’s time‑travel canon: Yolanda’s must‑watch movie list.
• The Loving Rose Foundation: Yolanda’s heartfelt work supporting blood cancer and dementia patients and caregivers.

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January 2026 Book Read Recommendation: “Onyx Storm” by Rebecca. Relive the excitement over last year's release of “Onyx Storm” by Rebecca Yarros! Host R.J. (Rosemary Jean-Louis) and Book Bestie guest, author CM Lepore reminisce about the midnight release parties, the coveted Target edition and review whether the book lived up to the hype. The discussion culminates with their final thoughts and ratings, along with insights into CM's own writing journey and her book "Lucid".

“Lucid” by CM Lepore is available on Amazon, Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

Join the conversation by sharing your “Onyx Storm” book release memories in the comments or through text mail.

Key Takeaways:

• Release‑day nostalgia: Midnight parties, Target‑edition chaos, and the fandom’s collective FOMO
• Collector’s edition drama: Sprayed edges, stock‑image accusations, and the resale frenzy
• Character deep dives: Tairn’s comfort, Andarna’s chaos, Xaden’s emotional evolution, Violet’s savior arc
• MVPs & glow‑ups: Why Ridoc stole the show and how Dain & Cat redeemed themselves
• Villain rankings: Daddy Aetos vs. Theophanie — who’s the bigger threat?
• Plot pacing & worldbuilding: Island‑hopping, Irid lore, and whether the travel arc paid off
• Cliffhanger theories: Who is the mysterious “brother”?
• Predictions for the next book: Venin lore, Violet’s family secrets, and what Yarros might be setting up

February 2026 Book Recommendations: "Quicksilver", "KingFisher's POV" and "Brimstone" all by Callie Hart.