Favorite read of 2026 so far
I absolutely loved and devoured this book after several friends recommended it to me. At first it feels a bit like a Rapunzel retelling, but in reality it turns that story completely on its head. The story follows Toadling, who was raised by fairies and now guards a mysterious tower. Through her perspective, the reader slowly learns what really happened and why she is there. It’s a fascinating way to tell the story and it kept me curious the whole time. Despite being quite short, the book manages to feel cozy, funny, and suspenseful all at once. A lot happens in just a few pages, but it never feels rushed. It’s a wonderful little fantasy story that completely charmed me.

























