

Bitterthorn By Kat Dunn
a thoughtful, intricate and refreshingly sapphic exploration of loneliness

Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli
“How weirdly does a person have to sit to count as bisexual?”

Between Perfect and Real by Ray Stoeve
tackles the ideas of identity and belonging in such an accessible and sensitive way

Dark Fire Kiss by Amy Pennza
made me cackle, gave me goosebumps and also made me cry and it’s now my favourite MMF romance to date

Afterlove by Tanya Byrne
a plot as rich and gripping as a thriller, while being soft and gentle and lovely to consume


Everyone in This Room Will Someday be Dead by Emily Austin
so sharp and memorable, now carved into my brain forever

The Misadventures of an Amateur Naturalist by Ceinwen Langley
superb throughout, layering gorgeous descriptive prose with insanely quick wit