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Francesca Graziella

Book Reviewer & Literary Expert

Francesca Graziella is a literary expert and content creator based in Florida. With over a decade of experience reviewing thousands of titles and building online reading communities, Francesca is also the founder of Under the Covers Book Blog and host of the Reading Under the Covers Podcast. Through these platforms, she has been recommending romance, fantasy, and mystery books to readers since 2011. Under the Covers Book Blog alone boasts over 4 million views and has featured 500+ authors. Francesca is passionate about helping readers find their next favorite escape and discover new authors across genres.

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Forum Comments (6)

Which Sarah J. Maas Series to Read First?
I would definitely say to start with the A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) series. It's a big, expansive world. The Throne of Glass series is also good, ACOTAR is better to start with.
books for young teens
I always recommend reading books affiliated with what you see on TV. The Summer I Turned Pretty is popular on TV and a great young adult read!

I'd also highly recommend The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins, and the duologies by Emiko Jean.
What are some good wlw books?
A recent release that I really enjoyed and thought was quite fun is a historical gothic called "Ladies in Hating" by Alexandra Vasti.
Recs for fantasy books for teens?
I really liked "Blood Moon" by Britney S. Lewis. It reminded me of Twilight, but it has a more diverse cast. So that would be a fun YA book. I'd also recommend "Lore of the Wilds" by Analeigh Sbrana.
What are your best romantasy book recs?
I often like to read underappreciated gems, rather than reading the most popular romantasy series'. I recently read "A Bargain So Bloody" by Vasilisa Drake from the Kingdom of Dark Magic series. A vampire fantasy romance I really enjoyed is "The Serpent's Bride" by Katherine N. Kingsley. I also really enjoyed "A Fire in the Sky" by Sophie Jordan.
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Co-authored Articles (15)

What Romance Trope Am I?

The romance genre may be formulaic, but we love a good trope! But which trope would you be? Would you be part of a forbidden love? Or a silly undercover romance? Answer a few quick questions about your takes on love, an...

Dark Romance Genre Defined (With Essential Recs!)

Book reviewer & literary expert Francesca Graziella explains what draws us to dark romance novelsThe phrase "dark romance" has been used to describe novels from ''Fifty Shades of Grey'' to ''Haunting Adeline'' to old-sch...

The Ultimate List of Romance Tropes: Examples from Books, Movies, & TV

Literary expert Francesca Graziella shares some of the trendiest romance tropes right nowWe’d certainly like to believe that all romance stories start with a meet-cute and end with a happily ever after…but what about...

What Is the Found Family Trope? Elements & Examples

The found family trope in books, movies, and TV showsIf you’re an avid reader, you may have heard of the “found family trope.” But what exactly does this term mean, and what are some examples of it in books, shows,...

What Is a Slow Burn Romance? How to Know If a Story Has It

Literary expert Francesca Graziella explains what the slow burn romance is all aboutWhat do romantic classics like ''When Harry Met Sally'', ''Pride and Prejudice'', and ''13 Going on 30'' all have in common? The main ch...

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Characters in a Story

Plus expert tips and examples for creating strong charactersCharacters are what make stories come alive, and we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of types of characters in literature. The list includes 7 basic character...

Decoding the Symbols in The Lord of the Rings

Book reviewer & literacy expert Francesca Graziella explains some of the most important symbols in Middle-earthTo fans of ''The Lord of the Rings:'' how much do you know about the symbols associated with the books (and m...

What Is a Reverse Harem Romance?

Literary expert Francesca Graziella explains what this popular romance trope is all aboutIf you've spent any time on BookTok, chances are you've come across the term "reverse harem" or RH. But what exactly is a reverse h...

10 Easy Steps to Making Your Own Character

Brainstorm with ideas from our Character Backstory generatorCreating original characters for a book, a screenplay, or another work of fiction is challenging, even if you're experienced! Whether you're a beginner new to c...

How to

Make a Habit of Reading

Literary Expert Francesca Graziella explains how to incorporate reading into your routineReading is a wonderful habit to develop. It's a terrific boredom-buster, can improve your memory, and is fun for the whole family. ...

Everything You Need to Know About the Forced Proximity Trope

Literary expert Francesca Graziella explains what the forced proximity trope is all about Forced proximity is a popular trope in novels, especially romances and thrillers, but what is it, exactly? In this article, we tak...

HEA Meaning: A Guide to the Romance Novel Acronym

Literary Expert Francesca Graziella explains what HEA means in the romance genre Whether you’re a long time romance reader or just getting into the genre, you may have heard the term HEA and wondered what it meant. HEA...

How to

Read a Novel

Enjoying novels is not always easy. Reading requires you to put effort into the novel otherwise you end up lost, bored, and confused. The best novels, however, always reward you for the effort, showing off a depth and po...

What Is the Hero Archetype? Common Traits, Story Arc & More

An in-depth look at heroes in literature, storytelling, and psychologyThere are so many different character archetypes to discover in stories, both modern and ancient, but how much do you know about the most famous one o...

How to

Love Reading

Literary Expert Francesca Graziella explains how to shake your reading slumpIn this day and age, many people do not read for pleasure. There are many reasons for this. Some may believe that reading takes too much time or...