A review by starrynews
This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron

5.0

This is a really neat blend of lore, magic, and family secrets. The fantastical aspects and related mysteries make this a fast-paced read. What the heck kind of family and town secrets has our main character, Briseis, and her parents stumbled into?! How does Bri's mysterious ability situate her in the town? The family went ahead and made some jokes amongst themselves about Get Out, so at least we were all acknowledging the serious creepiness factor going on! In addition to the magical aspects, this book touches on very real world and contemporary issues related to adoption and race. I really enjoyed this read and look forward to the sequel!

Also, this cover is magnificent - Bri looks amazing and powerful! I particularly love the colors used on this edition.

And, as someone who also wears glasses, I loved - and just about literally felt, in the sense that it made me check mine too - Bri's glasses needing pushed up. I hear you on that one!