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Published: March 15, 2016 Publisher: Orbit Pages: 432 (Hardcover) My Rating: Did Not Finish Synopsis: Once they were a band of mercenaries who shook the pillars of the world through cunning, alchemical brews, and cold steel. Whoever met their price won. Now, their glory days behind them, scattered to the wind, and their genius leader... Continue Reading →
In the Labyrinth of Drakes by Marie Brennan Published: April 5, 2016 Publisher: Tor Books Genre: Fantasy Goodreads: Here The Glittering Court by Richelle Mead Published: April 5, 2016 Publisher: Razorbill Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Goodreads: Here Fall of Light by Steven Erikson Published: April 19, 2016 Publisher: Tor Books Genre:... Continue Reading →
I started Briar Queen last week but didn't have a chance to finish it up. It's a solid sequel to Thorn Jack and I'm really loving the darkly fantastical nature to the series as a whole. It's mysterious, whimsical, and I LOVE IT. I highly recommend starting this series if you're a fan of any... Continue Reading →
Published: March 8, 2016 Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Pages: 720 (Hardcover) My Rating: 4.5/5.0 Synopsis: The Shadowhunters of Los Angeles star in the first novel in Cassandra Clare’s newest series, The Dark Artifices, a sequel to the internationally bestselling Mortal Instruments series. Lady Midnight is a Shadowhunters novel. It’s been... Continue Reading →
A few days ago, the good folks over at Audible Studios contacted me and asked if I would be interested in featuring an audio sample of Calamity by Brandon Sanderson. Of course, I couldn't say no to such an awesome opportunity! I listened to all three books in this series in the audiobook formate and... Continue Reading →
After loving The Magicians so much, I obviously had to continue on with the series! Can't wait to see what Fillory has in store, especially after I was completely horrified by The Beast. I've also been watching the tv series on SyFy based on the books and it's really great thus far and that surprised... Continue Reading →
Published: February 16, 2016 Publisher: Delacorte Press Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Pages: 421 (Hardcover) My Rating: 4.0/5.0 Synopsis: When Calamity lit up the sky, the Epics were born. David’s fate has been tied to their villainy ever since that historic night. Steelheart killed his father. Firefight stole his heart. And now Regalia has turned his... Continue Reading →
In speculative fiction (especially fantasy) there is a continuing theme of characters doing these great, impossible things whether it be saving the world or overthrowing a government. While I love these stories and hold them dear to my heart, I wonder why the plot of these books has to be so grandiose. Why can’t someone... Continue Reading →
Published: September 9, 2014 Publisher: Broadway Books Genre: Fantasy Pages: 452 (Paperback) My Rating: 4.0/5.0 Synopsis: Years ago, the city of Bulikov wielded the powers of the Gods to conquer the world. But after its divine protectors were mysteriously killed, the conqueror has become the conquered; the city's proud history has been erased and censored,... Continue Reading →
Published: November 17, 2015 Publisher: Orbit Genre: Fantasy Pages: 464 (Paperback) My Rating: 3.0/5.0 Synopsis: The last remnants of humanity live on six islands floating high above the Endless Ocean, fighting a brutal civil war in the skies. The Seraphim, elite soldiers trained for aerial combat, battle one another while wielding elements of ice, fire... Continue Reading →
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