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The Empire's Ruin by Brian StaveleyNew book, more Kettral, and... a monk turned con-artist!? I am super excited to start reading this - I'm hopeful that it will be as good (if not better!) than the original trilogy. The Wonder Engine by T. KingfisherI haven't been great at actually finishing the books I've put on... Continue Reading →
Stacking The Shelves is a weekly (or in my case monthly) meme hosted by Tynga’s Reviews and it’s all about sharing the books you’ve added to your shelves, may it be physical or virtual. You can include books you buy in a physical store or online, books you borrow from friends or the library, review books, gifts,... Continue Reading →
Published: May 4, 2021 Publisher: Feiwel & Friends Series: Bladesmith #1 Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult Pages: 336 (Hardcover) My Rating: 4.0/5.0 Synopsis: Eighteen-year-old Ziva prefers metal to people. She spends her days tucked away in her forge, safe from society and the anxiety it causes her, using her magical gift to craft unique weapons... Continue Reading →
“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme originally hosted on Breaking the Spine but has since linked up with “Can’t Wait Wednesday” at Wishful Endings now that the original creator is unable to host it anymore. This is a great way to share upcoming releases you’re excited about! I'm excited to see more 2022 releases appearing in my news... Continue Reading →
The Maleficent Seven by Cameron JohnstonI couldn't wait any longer to read this!! I've been so excited to get my hands on a copy that I decided to forgo my upcoming July releases and check this out while the enthusiasm is fresh. It sounds like an excellent tale of bad guys saving the world. An... Continue Reading →
Published: June 22, 2021 Publisher: Solaris Series: Standalone Genre: Fantasy Pages: 550 (Hardcover) My Rating: 4.0/5.0 A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: A new grimdark fantasy for fans of Anna Smith-Spark, GRR Martin and Mark Lawrence.The Emperor is dead. Long live the Empire.General Bordan... Continue Reading →
“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme originally hosted on Breaking the Spine but has since linked up with “Can’t Wait Wednesday” at Wishful Endings now that the original creator is unable to host it anymore. This is a great way to share upcoming releases you’re excited about! I am unable to resist stories with thieving main characters. Just... Continue Reading →
Published: June 1, 2021 Publisher: Orbit Books Series: Wilderwood #1 Genre: Fantasy Pages: 448 (Paperback) My Rating: 4.5/5.0 A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: The first daughter is for the Throne.The second daughter is for the Wolf.For fans of Uprooted and The Bear and... Continue Reading →
Seven Deaths of An Empire by G.R. MatthewsI've only just begun reading this and have little idea of what to expect. The emperor is dead and General Bordan must help to secure the heir's place upon the throne while an apprentice mage has his own POV. It seems Roman inspired and I think it will... Continue Reading →
Published: February 12, 2019 Publisher: William Morrow Series: Standalone Genre: Mystery Pages: 336 (Hardcover) My Rating: 3.5/5.0 Synopsis: Everyone's invited...everyone's a suspect... For fans of Ruth Ware and Tana French, a shivery, atmospheric, page-turning novel of psychological suspense in the tradition of Agatha Christie, in which a group of old college friends are snowed in... Continue Reading →
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