Book of The Month May 2026

Late last year, I started a TikTok post to support indie authors, and it’s since grown into a regular feature. Each month, I invite people to like, share, and comment on my pinned post, follow along, and drop the title of their book. From there, I randomly select two winners to feature.

Around that time, I picked up Between by Cayenne Sirois. After reading the blurb, I honestly didn’t think it would be my kind of book… but I couldn’t have been more wrong. It completely blew me away, and it’s one I’d happily read again.

The imagination behind it is incredible. Knowing it was inspired by a dream makes it even more fascinating—what a dream that must have been.

I truly hope there’s more to come, because I’ll be first in line to read it.

I highly recommend you check it out and give her a follow.

Here is my review...

The book completely surprised me in the best possible way, and I honestly cannot stop thinking about it. I went into this story with hesitation because it was not something I would normally choose for myself, but I am so glad I took the chance. From the very first chapter, it grabbed my attention and refused to let go. There was something so immediate and compelling about the writing that made it impossible not to keep turning the pages. It pulled me in right away, and shortly after starting, I was fully hooked.

One of the strongest parts of this book was the pacing. It flowed so naturally and was incredibly easy to read and understand. When the story needed intensity, it raced forward and had my heart pounding. When it slowed down, those quieter moments were just as powerful because they gave space for the emotions to truly land. The balance between action and reflection was done so well, and it made the emotional moments hit even harder.

The concept of the 'Between' was one of the most unique and thought-provoking ideas I have read in a long time. The Between is the space between life and death, where people fighting for their lives in a coma must decide whether to continue on to the After or stay and battle through trials to return to the Before. What made it even more fascinating was that they had no memory of their previous life except for their final moments before arriving there.

The characters were another huge highlight for me. They all had depth, heart, and emotional weight, which made it easy to become attached to them. Eight had such wonderful growth throughout the story. I liked her in the beginning, but by the end, I truly loved her. Watching her journey, her struggles, and the strength she discovered in herself was incredibly rewarding. She felt real, layered, and easy to root for.

And then there was B. He had my heart from the very beginning. There was something so special about him, and I found myself rooting for him every single step of the way. He brought so much emotion to the story, and every scene with him mattered. I became deeply invested in his journey and wanted nothing more than happiness for him.

As this group travels through the Between and faces the tribulations, the story becomes packed with emotion. There is love, hope, fear, sacrifice, and heartbreak woven throughout the pages. The found family aspect was especially strong and one of my favorite parts of the book. Watching these characters build trust, care for one another, and become each other’s strength in such impossible circumstances was beautiful. Their bond felt genuine and meaningful.

There was also a great sense of suspense throughout the story. The tribulations kept me nervous, wondering what would happen next and who would make it through. I was constantly emotionally invested, and the stakes always felt real. It was one of those books where I needed to know what happened next but also didn’t want it to end.

That ending absolutely broke me. It was heartbreaking, emotional, and beautifully done all at once. I felt shattered by everything that happened. And then the epilogue came in. My heart felt was soothed a little.

This book made me cry during every sad moment and smile during every beautiful one. The love story woven throughout the pages was touching, heartfelt, and unforgettable. By the end, I felt broken, emotional, and yet somehow elated at the same time. It is rare for a book to provoke so many feelings so strongly, but this one absolutely did.

The story has stayed with me long after finishing it, which says everything. It was such a powerful, moving, and unforgettable read. The author did a brilliant job creating something so emotional, meaningful, and unique. I have nothing but praise for the way this story made me feel. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for something thought-provoking, emotional, and beautifully written. It was such a good read and had a lasting impact on me.