Welcome to Heroines With Bite, a fantasy book review blog dedicated to strong women, sharp opinions, and stories that refuse to play it safe.
This is a space for readers who crave heroines with agency, backbone, and presence. The kind who make decisions, cause chaos, save themselves, and do not exist solely to prop up someone else’s arc. Romance may be part of the journey, spice may or may not be involved, but the heroine always matters.
If a book delivers powerful female leads, immersive fantasy worlds, and something worth talking about, it belongs here.
Who’s Behind the Reviews
I’m Mona, a lifelong fantasy reader with a soft spot for fierce women, sharp banter, and stories that actually commit to their characters.
I read across the full fantasy spectrum. Cozy and dark. Low spice and feral. Romantasy and fantasy that barely touches romance at all. What ties every review together is a focus on character strength, narrative intent, and whether the story respects its heroine.
This blog exists because I wanted honest reviews that go deeper than vague praise, and a rating system that actually tells readers what to expect.
What You’ll Find Here
At Heroines With Bite, you’ll find:
- Fantasy and fantasy romance book reviews
- Clear rating systems for story, spice, and heroine strength
- Commentary on genre trends and reader culture
- Discussions about problematic themes and common tropes
- Thought pieces on what makes a strong heroine
- Opinions on publishing, ebooks, and reading habits
Every review is spoiler light, direct, and written to help you decide if a book is worth your time.
How Books Are Rated
Books on this site are evaluated using three distinct systems:
- The Bite Scale for overall quality and reading experience
- The Spice Meter to clearly communicate spice level
- The Queen’s Might to assess heroine strength, agency, and impact
These ratings exist to give clarity, not judgment. Read how you want, skip what you want, and enjoy stories on your own terms.
Who This Blog Is For
This space is for you if you love:
- Strong women at the centre of the story
- Fantasy worlds that feel lived in
- Honest opinions without sugarcoating
- Knowing the spice level before you commit
- Reviews that respect both readers and books
Whether you are here for cozy magic, sharp takes, or the occasional feral read, you are welcome.
Final Word
Fantasy is better when women are allowed to be powerful, complicated, and unapologetic.
This blog exists to celebrate those stories and call out the ones that fall short.
Welcome to Heroines With Bite.
Strong women. Strong Romantasy. Strong reviews.