The Restitching of Camille DuLaine

The Rivenlea Sphere #2

by Lindsay A. Franklin

A splintered world, a heart gone cold. Hope reborn in threads of gold.

After accidentally bridging the storyworlds together, Emlyn DuLaine faces an impossible task: sever the connections without destroying the stories themselves. If she fails, the characters will be trapped in twisted versions of their tales, forced to relive their worst moments forever.

But undoing the bridges is only the beginning. To truly fix what’s unraveling, Emlyn must uncover the secret flaw buried deep in Rivenlea's foundation, something that's been wrong since the very start.

And the danger has never been closer to home. The clock is ticking for the injured wyvern who needs Rivenlite air to survive and the story boy Emlyn swore she’d never fall for. Emlyn and her team must rescue Frank and Laramie from chaotic, shifting story spheres before they’re gone for good.

But Frank and Laramie aren’t the only ones lost to the spheres. Camille DuLaine is a prisoner, held as bait by someone who knows exactly how to lure her sister in. After seven years of sleep, Camille wakes to find herself trapped in a storybook and sure of only one thing: Emlyn must stay far, far away.

Racing to solve one mind-bending puzzle after the next, Emlyn uncovers a plan seventeen years in the making. She stands at the center of a fractured universe—and she might be too late to save it.

Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Christian, Books About Books

416 pages, Hardcover

Expected publication February 10, 2026

About the author

Lindsay A. Franklin is the Carol Award–winning author of The Story Peddler and ECPA best-selling author of Adored. By day, she wrangles chaos as Managing Editor of Enclave Publishing. By night, she spins whimsical tales fueled by hot drinks, rainy days, and the thunderous purrs of her spoiled cats. Lindsay lives with her family among the misty evergreens of the Pacific Northwest. She is currently on a quest to discover the sparkliest nail polish on the planet. You can find Lindsay on Instagram @LinzyAFranklin.

Reviews

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin is the epic conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology! While I loved the first book in the series, this one blew me away! These are the kind of books you need to read to fully understand the awesome and intricate plot and world. The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a book for book lovers with so many references and visits to beloved stories (The Little Mermaid, The Secret Garden, Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, and Anne of Green Gables to name a few). I love how from the first page the reader is thrown back into the story with lots of action and a fast-paced plot that is hard to put down. While the first book was mostly told from one point of view, I loved getting many more perspectives in this story. I love all the characters who become like family. I especially love Emlyn, her sarcasm with her ADHD representation, and Frank the wyvern. In an interview, Ms. Franklin described the story as being about sisterhood, magical libraries, the power of fiction, and the search for belonging, and I could not agree more. The book has short chapters and engaging storylines with a cute romance. There was a huge jaw-dropping moment halfway through that I did not see coming! Our characters learn that when we grow, it can be hard to let go of our old identities. We need to remember what is true about us now. I do not want to say too much more to spoil anything. This was such a wonderful fantasy book and series, and it is bittersweet thinking there will not be any new books in this world. So, if you can’t already tell, I highly recommend it!

Content: I give this book a low PG-13 rating. Some examples of the content: violence and blood/gore; mention of alcohol; implied discussion of consummating a marriage.
TW: anxiety; past death from childbirth; infant death and infant abduction.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

[Amelie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is it trite to say everything happens for a reason? I don’t care, because in this case, I believe it.

Oh. My. Heart.

What a stunningly enchanting, pulse-pounding, heart-tugging, soul-filling adventure.

(Side note: whenever I talk about this book, I need to talk about that cover. Because it is gorgeous. And oh, man, y'all are not ready to see the chapter heading art in this book. Every bit of it is beautiful, and each variation is packed with story details and Easter eggs that depend on the characters’ given location.)

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is brimming with the same whimsy and poignancy of the first book, but dialed up a whole lot of notches. I’ve been trying to corral all my thoughts and notes and mold them into coherent words, but it’s so hard to summarize all the amazing things that are this book. But onward to try my best!

For the sake of spoiler avoidance, I won’t talk about everything I wish I could. But suffice it to say that the number of times my jaw dropped and I keyboard-slammed “THAT IS SO CLEVER” into my Kindle notebook should give you an inkling about how much of a fun time Camille is. (Seriously. How is it so clever.) It was a sheer delight to discover all the twists, spins, surprises, and reinventions for so many classic stories. (Plus the character names are just amazing. Particularly for the second sphere.) With the story-hopping, too, comes a blend of different genres and story styles that somehow perfectly suits the overarching story of Emlyn and Camille. Catching my breath after leaping through these topsy-turvy spheres, I wanted to revisit all these long-beloved classics and legends, refamiliarizing myself with their lore and reacquainting myself with everything that makes them so enduring. The worldbuilding of Rivenlea and every story sphere is whimsical and captivating, full of richness and depth and hinting at a wealth of the same that begs to be explored. (Anyone else down for more Rivenlea stories?) It’s a treat to sink into the Rivenlea Sphere and stay there for a binge-read.

Speaking of binge-reading, the action and tension ratchet up a ton in Camille, keeping me glued to the page. High stakes, urgency, and foreshadowing power the story from page 1, setting up every revelation before paying it off beautifully toward the end. I was kept guessing the whole time, bewildered but utterly enthralled. Villain motivations also burst into full clarity in Camille, revealing their understandable fuel yet horrible implications. While reading, I thought so many times,“How in the WORLD (or spheres?) will everything resolve?” It’s a great feeling (even if my heart rate might never recover).

Just like in Emlyn, the characters are the life of this sphere-hopping, relationship-deepening, racing-against-time story. Every character is distinct and spirited, and the variety of dialogue and character interactions is dynamic and believable, just like all the characters. (We also get more POVs in Camille, which is so fun!)

Emmy, who ranks among my most beloved female protagonists, exudes relatability. The number of times I thought “So real” about her observations was many. With her strong, alive voice, she feels like a friend, and her sorrows, awkwardness, happiness, hope, and resolve are tangible.

(Also, I’ll admit that it took me a while to get behind the main romance of the series. But in this book, it’s just adorably hilarious. The definition of adorkable. Plus, I appreciate the lack of inordinate touchy-feeliness.)

(This book, like the first, is also about sisterhood. And as a big sister myself, I felt that theme deeply. The knowledge and feeling of that bond you share with your sister like you do with no one else.)

The thread of humor throughout the series winds through Camille just as strongly. I laughed out loud often. (Like on page 301. Bahahaha.) The snark, wordplay, wit, and every other bit of humor in this book are fantastic. On the topic of wordplay, I also love how Lindsay continues plays on words, shaping them into mini motifs in a paragraph or tying paragraphs together with them. It’s an aspect of wordsmithery that excites and delights me to see.

And once again, this book, like Emlyn, pens a letter of gratitude and awe for the beauty of stories. The purpose and providence, deeply true and never a cliché, behind them all. Their way of taking our hands and revealing truth to us amid chaos. That truth blessed me throughout this whole book. Chaos knots and fogs, but the Story, and most specifically the Author, is never thwarted. (In Camille, we get a few more concrete faith elements, woven in as naturally as breathing when the characters breathe out prayers, and I loved that. So much.)

Storytelling is a gift, for the teller and for the reader, and the love for both writing and reading radiates truth and light through the pages of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine.

Suffice it to say…it’s been a while since a book gave me all the feels like this one. I binged it in a day and a half. It was amazing. It’ll make you gasp. Hope. Shiver. Fall in love with stories and truth afresh. It made my story- and words- and truth- and Christ-loving heart sing. (I also had just a fun time, and it’s always a blessing to delight in soul-filling fun.)

I most certainly will not spoil the ending for you. But believe me when I tell you that it is brilliant and bittersweet and satisfying and full of heart. The best kind.

I am so happy and filled after reading The Restitching of Camille DuLaine. I’m not going to stop recommending it or thinking about it anytime soon.

heads-up for some moderate violence and a very brief, sweet kiss

🔮 I’m a part of the author’s street team, and I’m overjoyed and grateful to have received an eARC of this novel from the author and publisher. I was asked to leave an honest review after reading. So all thoughts, opinions, and happiness herein are 100% my own. 🔮

[Camille Mosemann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my goodness the feels I felt while reading this story are so incredibly hard to describe. Camille takes all the whimsy, humor, romance, and sarcasm that I adored in Emlyn and somehow made it even more brilliant!!!! This is the easiest SIX STARS I have ever given a book. It was perfection!!!!!

I was so blessed to receive a physical ARC copy (MY FIRST ONE EVER 😆😆😆😆) and let’s just say I hugged this book so. many. times.

I adore everything about this book from Laramie’s POV *squeals* to the insight on Haedon’s character to meeting Camille for the very first time!! I was captivated and forced myself not to devour it in one day because I wanted to live in this story world as long as I could!

Lindsay Franklin had crafted a literal love letter to every bookish soul! That ending was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever read and I had tears in my eyes so many times! I’m sad that this story is over but I’m sure it won’t be long before I’m back in Rivenlea once again! This will be one of my most beloved stories for many years to come!!!!

[Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance digital copy of this novel from the publisher, Enclave. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.

The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine was one of my favorite reads of 2024, so to say that my expectations for its sequel, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine, were high would be an understatement. I can happily report that every one of those expectations and hopes were met. The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a brilliant sequel, building on the beautiful foundation laid for it by its predecessor. If you’re a lover of story, specifically the stories that have shaped and continue to shape our culture and our world, the charming portal fantasy that is the Rivenlea Sphere duology was crafted with you in mind. This is a love letter to so many of the books that I loved as a child, and to those I have come to love as an adult, while still being its own wonderful, unique story.

This sequel begins with our first introduction to Camille, followed by picking up where book 1 left off: with Laramie and Frank in The Secret Garden gone mad. From there, the pair jumps from sphere to sphere, trying desperately to find their way home, while the rest of their Novem try just as desperately to find their lost comrades. Each of the beloved story spheres they visit has been terribly twisted in some way as all of the spheres have begun to break down. Nature has gone wild and feral in The Secret Garden. Robin Hood has crowned himself king in Sherwood, and his Merry Men have turned mercenary. The Knights of the Round Table seek to defend Camelot from jabberjocks, invaders from Wonderland, while King Arthur is nowhere to be found. Speaking of Wonderland, it has become its antithesis. Here, the whimsy has been sucked dry, making it into a world that looked too much like a drab version of our own: all concrete and motors and glass. Interspersed throughout are visits to the story of “The Little Mermaid,” which serves as a linchpin for the entire duology. This is not the Disney version, but the darker, original tale, the one that doesn’t end with a happily ever after.

We venture back into the dystopian version of Oz we first visited in The Unraveling in Emlyn DuLaine. There are also very light references to a host of other literary works, like Jane Eyre and Harry Potter, “Cinderella” and Anne of Green Gables, Charlotte's Web and Animal Farm, The Great Gatsby and Moby Dick, “Rumpelstiltskin” and Pinocchio, A Little Princess and Winnie the Pooh and the works of Jane Austen. Even Dracula and Greek mythology, the Book of Jonah and A Christmas Carol are among the mentioned.

The rapid jump from sphere to sphere could have become confusing. However, Franklin gave us a clever way to keep up with all of the story-hopping. The chapter header image changes to reflect each story visited, which is a wonderfully thoughtful touch. The ways each of the story spheres presents itself, even in its brokenness, delighted me. I also really love the snarky, tongue-in-cheek voice to Franklin’s writing, even in the midst of incredibly stressful situations. This sequel was faster-paced than its predecessor, and that decision served the story well.

Aside from the visits to some of my favorite places in literature, Franklin also did a lovely job with the crafting of Rivenlea, this realm that contains our stories. I don’t want to get into the specifics of her worldbuilding, as some of those are spoilers, but suffice it to say that I was charmed. The character development, while secondary to the plot, was still great, especially on the part of one perspective character who shall remain nameless for the same reasons that I didn’t get into details regarding the worldbuilding. Honestly, I just enjoyed everything about this book as well as the one that came before it.

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine lived up to every expectation I had for it. The Rivenlea Sphere is everything I’ve ever wanted from a portal fantasy, while also being one of the greatest love letters to story I’ve had the pleasure of encountering. If you're a lover of classic children's stories, you really need to experience this duology.

[A.M. Reynwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

If one thinks that book 1 of this duology is a wild ride through chaotic storyworlds, prepare thyself for the amp to be turned to 105, because this adventure is a doozy! We pick up just about where we left off, with disaster barely averted (for now) and chaos crashing over stories, hearts, and minds as more and deeper mysteries appear and unravel. This is a riveting expedition through even more beloved stories than we got to see in the first book, from (dystopian) Oz to (corporate) Wonderland to (paint swirling) Hundred Acre Wood, cameos from Jane Austin, and upended tales from the Brothers Grimm. It's hilarious, dire, a little mind-bending, and wholly exhilarating.

I felt sucked into this story like Emlyn and her Novem sucked into the story spheres, and lost all sense of time and place while reading, fully engaged not only with this incredibly imaginative world and adventure rife with jabberwockies, magical portals between worlds, and broken things aching to be made right, but with the characters who battle the odds and challenge flawed systems to find, fight for, and protect one another. It's a story of belonging, the destructive power of lies and the redemption found in truth. Of love and, dare I say, happy endings.

All in all, this is a smashing conclusion to one of the most unique tales of unbridled imagination I've read in a long time. A true delight.

[Hailey Huntington · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you love stories, you'll love this duology.

While there are certainly plenty of other things going on, like worlds-wide dangers, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a story about sisters. I love how Lindsay wove that theme throughout the book.

As in the first book, Emlyn's story and trope awareness give her a delightful character voice. The character dynamics between the Novem as a whole work so well. TROCD also lets the reader get to know certain characters better, but I won't say much else about that. 🤫 And Frank really is the best wyvern ever.

Readers will love all the storyworlds visited and how Lindsay cleverly twists things. Prepare for a lot of sphere hopping.

Also, the chapter header art in the book is absolutely stunning and adds such a fun little element.

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a worthy and satisfying sequel.

(I was gifted an ARC by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own!)

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lindsay A. Franklin has done it again! This is officially my new favorite series.

My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (a full 5/5 stars!)

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a fast-paced sequel. The stakes are higher lending to more tension. The dangers, for the characters, are real. Tempering all of this are plenty of humorous interludes and sincere moments of sweet emotion with the entire story satisfyingly resolving in some unexpected ways. Basically, this was a fantastic conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology!

As much as I loved book one being all Emlyn’s Point Of View (except for the epilogue), having four different perspectives in book two is really necessary so the story pieces can fit together cohesively. I loved that we still have Emlyn’s POV, but now also get to see the perspectives of Laramie, Camille, and Hadeon too. This really adds a lot of depth to the story and to the characters too.

Other things I love about this duology:
The first line in both books.
Found family.
Relatable characters.
Emlyn’s writer-brain recognizing the YA tropes.
Frank the wyvern. She’s still my fave.
Chapter 65 of book two.
Tons of amazing quotes and scenes I never want to forget. (I have sticky tabs EVERYWHERE.)
Christian themes and characters occasionally thinking short prayers.
The Rivenlea ocean.
Flashback scenes in book two adding context and character motives.
That ending… *chef’s kiss*

Since I am trying really hard to avoid spoilers, I hope that’s enough to convince you to pick up a copy of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine and be ready to read The Unstitching of Camille DuLaine in February 2026 when it releases!

P.S. The audiobook narrator is amazing! If you like listening to your books, check out the audio version of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine.

This series is best for teens and YA fantasy readers—most readers age 13 or older should be able to enjoy these books. Besides the fictional danger, which can feel intense at times, I found nothing of concern.

I was blessed to win a paperback ARC of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine from the author. All opinions expressed in this review are my honest thoughts about this book.

[Jess (Jessie’s World of Books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Oh, hey. Remember me? The girl who broke it all. I guess it’s time to fix it.”

I read this whole book in one day.

Yes, it was entirely necessary and worth it. Honestly, five stars isn’t nearly enough to depict how good The Restitching of Camille DuLaine was, so I’ll try with this review.

Let’s start with Emlyn. Loveable, hilarious, messy, fiercely-loyal Emlyn. She has officially become one of my most favourite fictional characters EVER (like Anne Shirley level of favourite).

“She’s a cactus, but she’s my cactus.”

Lindsay did such a fantastic job of writing a complex heroine who is a great balance between being quirky, flawed, and genuine. I loved Emlyn’s growth throughout the duology, as well as her steadfast and sacrificial love for her sister, Camille. Did I mention that she’s also hilarious?

“I consider it a virtue that I don’t take him by the vest and turn him into stew.”

“I would be grateful for my best friend’s existence, no matter how she got there, and I would only judge her based on her actions and the heart behind them, not the things that had been done to her. Why is it so hard to give myself the same grace?”

I’d like to take a moment to mention Novem XVII, the found family of this story. As you may know, found family is my favourite “trope”, but not all found families are equal. This one, however, is superior. If you love the kind of found family where not everyone likes each other at first but eventually grow together, you’ll love this one!

“If there’s one thing I’ve learned on this wild, wacky adventure, it’s that relying on your friends and allies isn’t a weakness. In fact, it’s good.”

A perspective I really enjoyed reading was Laramie’s. He and Frank were really quite the adorable duo.
I could go on and on about things I loved about this story, especially the cameos of some of my favourite stories, but I really don’t want to risk spoiling anything. The plot itself was very gripping (hence the “reading it in one day” escapade), and I had absolutely no idea how it would end.

Overall, I’m genuinely mind blown by how creative Lindsay A. Franklin is. The plot, the characters, the world-building—literally everything about this duology is so imaginative. After the brilliance of The Weaver trilogy and now The Rivenlea Sphere duology, I’m now quite certain she’s a genius!

Now let me tell you about the part I didn’t like about this book: I had to turn the last page and say goodbye to these characters and their world. It was so tragic. I still haven’t recovered. Let me assure you that I will be rereading this duology as soon as possible.

In conclusion: I recommend you do yourself a favour and grab a copy of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine and read it so that you can read The Restitching of Camille DuLaine as soon as it comes out in February, 2026. You won’t regret it!

***I received a complimentary ARC of this book for being on the author’s street team. I was not required to leave a positive review, and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Virginia · Rating 5 out of 5]

A magical, whirlwind, breathtaking adventure I could not read fast enough while, at the same time, never wanting the journey to end. Being back with this delightful cast of characters surround by beloved story worlds, felt like returning home to a warm hug. I was surprised in the best of ways right from the beginning with unexpected twists and turns. I was entirely charmed by the laughter, friendship, whimsy, and suspense of this unique duology. This story has earned the label as a forever favorite for me. Must read for all who love fantasy and stories!

I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. A positive review was not required. All opinions are honest and my own.

[Lydia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is officially my favorite read of the year. When I read The Unraveling of Emlyn Dulaine, I was so impressed by the quality of Lindsay's writing, and she did it AGAIN! I read this book in only 3 days, it was just as good as the first and wrapped all loose ends up so nicely.

Emlyn is desperate to find Laramie, her sister Camille, and put Rivenlea and the story spheres back together. It's a good thing her Novem won't let her try to do it all alone.

🔹I identify with Emlyn's struggle of putting all the responsibility on herself. She feels such a heavy weight believing that everything going wrong is her fault and her responsibility alone to fix. Emlyn trying to reassure Wistlee later in the book spoke into this so well, as Emlyn said everything she needed to believe herself.

When I started the book, I wasn't sure if having 4 POV's would be chaotic, but it actually worked so well. I loved having Laramie and Emlyn's POV's, double the cute quotes. 🥰 It was also nice to get some of Hadeon's backstory, it provided a lot of context and answered a lot of questions the first book left off with. Camille's POV gave insight into the many questions about what she was experiencing as well.

Another thing I LOVE about this duology is how Lindsay ties in so many different stories! We get to see so many fun classics (with a huge twist) like Alice in Wonderland or Winnie the Pooh. At this point I think I'm a sucker for book/trope references because Lindsay made them fit so perfectly.

Emlyn's brain is the perfect amount of logic and whimsy in a heroine (Emlyn definitely would not agree with discribing as a heroine). Her and Camille's love for one another and sisterly bond is so sweet. I also enjoyed watching Emlyn's relationship with each member of her Novem evolve. Emlyn would say it's another cliche trope but they really are her found family. 💙

How can I write a book review without talking about Emlyn and Laramie? 😍 They are ADORABLE. Their "shared custody" of Frank (the cute and feisty wryven) is one of my favorite parts of their relationship. It might have taken Emlyn some time to come around but nothing would keep her from finding him. If only Laramie had stayed in one place longer.

Laramie and Frank's bond was also really sweet. There were so many times Frank was NOT having it with Laramie, but ultimately neither would leave the other unprotected, even if it hurt themselves.

I was worried as I neared the end of the book that it wouldn't end as I would like it to. But I had nothing to fear, it wrapped everything up perfectly and I was very satisfied.

I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review, all opinions are my own.

[Charissa James · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story! It was so fun to go hopping through distorted classic stories. It was a cozy adventure seeing familiar scenes but also having some things twisted into unfamiliarity. I enjoyed getting to read this story through several different perspectives this time, rather than just Emlyn's as in book one. Being in the other characters' minds added some fun dimension and helped the story flow smoothly since the MCs aren't actually together for much of the story. The romance between Emlyn and Laramie was super light, making this a great read for the teen/YA audience. I loved seeing their banter again. They have such a fun relationship. I will say, I wished the whole time I was reading this that the first book in this duology was fresher on my mind. This story picks right up where Emlyn leaves off and there were several things that I forgot about, having read Emlyn a few months before, that weren't fully re-explained. That didn't affect my enjoyment of this book enough to matter though. Just something other readers might want to keep in mind. If you like delightful portal fantasy adventures, I highly recommend you check this one out!

Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an ARC. All Opinions expressed in this review are my own.

[Mandee Joy Nuce · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jumping back into Rivenlea was exciting as jumping through a gateway into a story sphere! It felt as if I had never left, and I was more than thrilled to be back. One of my favorite parts of the book was flashbacks for Hadeon and Camilla. Those added POVs added such an interesting perspective. I also loved the different fairytale spheres with reimagined characters. The romance level is perfect for YA readers and up; Laramie and Emlyn are so sweet together! One of my favorite quotes to sum up their relationship is from Laramie: "Not that I mind the prickles. She’s a cactus, but she’s my cactus. At least, I think she is. That moment just before she gated into the sphere grid suggests she feels the same. She’s my cactus, and I’m her stupid circus rose. The thought brings a smile." His feeling for her are so cute! The conclusion of the book made me feel a mix of joy and sadness. Sad that it is over, but happy that everyone got there happily ever after. Thank you to Enclave Publishing and Lindsay A. Franklin for letting me read this early😊

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a fantastic conclusion to this duology! Enchanting, whimsical, full of humor and heart, I couldn’t read fast enough. I’ve been anxiously awaiting this sequel, and it did not disappoint. It was so much more than I ever could’ve imagined.

This is a book lover’s dream! I loved seeing all the classic tales mixed up. I won’t mention which ones, though. Part of the fun, for me at least, was trying to figure out which ones they were.

This was action-packed right from the start and full of twists and turns I never saw coming. There were several times I literally gasped out loud at the turn of events.

I didn’t know how everything could possibly wrap up, but it was an absolutely masterful conclusion. It exceeded all of my very high expectations. I know I’m gonna want to reread it again and again! I can’t recommend it highly enough! This is not a standalone, so be sure to pick up book one before starting this one.

I received a copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.

[Rachel Blanchard · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine (releasing February 10, 2026) is a thrilling conclusion to the Rivenlea Sphere duology. Join Emlyn, our lovable heroine, and her faithful crew as they hop through multiple classic tales which aren't behaving as they ought, to save her "hero with a heart of gold behind the smirk and the smoulder," her wyvern with tons of personality, and, oh yeah, the entire world!
Not to mention the crazy revelations in the backstory chapters. "evil Ariel" 😂
Or how a line of psychological depth can be followed by a tongue in cheek remark and somehow flow perfectly. Tropes and cliches are turned on their heads in an exploration into the nature and impact of story.
If you like literature or the show Once Upon a Time, put this series on your TBR!
I won an early paperback as part of the author's street team. A positive review was not required, and I truly did love the book 🧜‍♀️

[Hannah Currie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow, what a ride! So many times in this book I was sure I knew where it was going (well, mostly sure. A little bit? Okay, I was totally guessing, but still, I thought I knew!), only to realize, I really had no idea at all. Ha! Brilliant.

What an imaginative, creative, bookish, mind-swirling, adventurous, crazy, and just plain good fun, book! I loved how the author took so many pieces of classic books and joined them together in this story about stories. Frank was by far my favorite character (aww!!) but they were all so well written. While I think it will probably take a couple of reads to really take in all the details and fully appreciate it, I enjoyed this crazy adventure through the spheres of stories. So clever!

Many thanks to the author and publisher for an early copy to read. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay this took me way longer to get through than I wanted it to (stupid burnout brain, it was in absolutely no way the book’s fault).

WE FINALLY GOT THE SECRET GARDEN (among others) IN A STORY SPHERE 😍😍😍

It’s my favorite so I’m a happy camper. And we also got answers to a lot of the questions that came up in book 1 (like the truth behind the strange things happening to Emlyn’s legs, and why all the stories are breaking).👀

I freaking love this series, and this was a 10/10 perfect way to finish the duology!

I love Rivenlea and all of these characters so much, I’m sad it’s over. 😭

Overall if you’re looking for a YA duology that’s a love letter to all your favorite children’s (and a couple adult!) classics, look no further than the Rivenlea Sphere. You won’t regret it. ❤️

I received an advance copy from the publisher, all opinions are my own, and a review was not required.

[Sienna the Bookmaiden · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the whimsical cover to the gorgeous ending, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine captivated me. If you've ever wanted to hop into a story, this is the perfect book for you! (It involves lots of story-hopping. This book truly "sucks" you in. #iykyk)

The unique character POVs added so much intrigue and twisty moments to the plot. The anti-heroes were well-motivated, and their moments in the spotlight provided me with glimpses of backstory that elaborates on book 1 in this duology.

Filled with whimsy, book trope humor, and delightfully quirky moments, this story does not disappoint. 💙 Oh, my! I adored this story.

Alas, I'm still waiting for my Novem to summon me to Rivenlea...

(I was blessed with an ARC of this story! These thoughts are my own. ✨)

[Kathryn Turley · Rating 5 out of 5]

THIS IS AMAZING! I loved this book, and it has definitely become one of my new favorites! Laramie and Emyln are so sweet <3 Plus more of Frank? I need a Frank fan club! As a writer and reader, I delighted in all of the book references, and all the writerly nods. The themes were also woven in so well. I will absolutely be recommending this to my friends!

I was privileged to receive an eARC, and all opinions are my own. (And yes, I am going to be getting my own physical copy! I have to own this book!)

[Amanda H · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is amazing! While I enjoyed the first book in the series, this one totally blew me away! I love that the story spheres are mixed up and how clever the mixups were. There were plenty of twists to the story that kept me guessing. The world is a unique, delightful one. This story is great for teens and adults alike!
I received an ARC from the author. This is my honest review.

[Regan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my word. I loved every second of this book. I'll have to come back and write a more detailed review when I've processed this ending, because all I feel right now is quite emotional. But this conclusion was everything I hoped for. I only wish there was one more Rivenlea Sphere book to read- I don't want to leave this storyworld yet. ⚔️🧜🏻‍♀️🌊

[Kylie Dooley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was such an amazing book! I’m so grateful that I got picked to read a earc of it!
It’s filled with lots of classic fairytale stories along with many other stories and I highly recommend reading this series if you haven’t yet!

[Addisson Lane · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story truly encapsulates the beauty of childhood. It is a book where you not only become a part of the story, but also get to become a child again. I truly enjoyed every second of it! Please keep breaking rules Lindsay because it’s working for you!

[The Disney Reader · Rating 4 out of 5]

I honestly don’t know which book I liked more. I truly had such a blast with this book and was blown away by all the wild twists and turns it took. I can’t wait to have a physical copy sitting on my shelf and visit Emlyn and the rest of November XVII again💙 4.5⭐️

[Suzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh. My. Word. I’m having trouble processing, but this sequel was everything I hoped it would be! Once I’ve had a few days to recover I’ll get a more comprehensive review done, but for now, all you need to know is that you should preorder this without delay!

[Lizzy Hite · Rating 5 out of 5]

Y’all…this book is so good and everything I was hoping for to close out the duology. Absolutely loved Emmy’s ADHD commentary and all the new povs and just all of it! -hugs book-

-~~I received an early copy of this book from the author/publisher and was not required to leave a positive review.~~

[Kaetrianne Ramer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhhh! This book. Was. SO. GOOD! I loved this first book in series so much, and book two did NOT disappoint! Easily one of my favourite books of the year!

Emlyn and Camille and Laramie and Hadeon were all such fascinating POV characters. I adore Frank with my whole being and want a wyvern.

Emlyn and Laramie were all kinds of cuteness and I was rooting for them the whole book. Whenever things would go wrong, I would get sad, then keep reading because I knew—it had to get better!

I loved the concept of spheres and going into stories. Every time a new sphere was added, I would gasp when I realized where they were.

Everything in this book was so well written and I’m already excited to reread this series over and over! The ending was to die for and I’m so sad that true story is over, even though it was beautifully ended. I want more with the characters and am hopeful for the future of Rivenlea!

I received a complimentary copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.