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The Bone Shard War by Andrea StewartI'm going to try to read the final book in the Drowned Empire trilogy this week, but I have forgotten SO MUCH from the previous book! I may have to set it aside until I can do a re-read of the first two books (maybe as audiobooks!). A House with... Continue Reading →
Published: March 5, 2013 Publisher: Roc Series: The Others #1 Genre: Fantasy, Urban Pages: 433 (Hardcover) My Rating: 3.75 Stars Synopsis:As a cassandra sangue, or blood prophet, Meg Corbyn can see the future when her skin is cut—a gift that feels more like a curse. Meg’s Controller keeps her enslaved so he can have full access... Continue Reading →
Published: April 4, 2023 Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers Series: Silver in the Bone #1 Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult Pages: 480 (Hardcover) My Rating: 4.5 Stars A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis:A series opener inspired by Arthurian legend and fueled by love, revenge,... Continue Reading →
Silver in the Bone by Alexandra BrackenThis is an somewhat urban-leaning fantasy blended with Arthurian legend where guilds of treasure hunters are searching out mythological relics. As I write this, I'm 20% in and really enjoying it! The Frugal Wizard's Handbook for Surviving Medieval England by Brandon SandersonSecret Project #2 is here!!! I'll definitely be... Continue Reading →
Published: April 4, 2023 Publisher: Wednesday Books Series: Iris at the Front #1 Genre: Fantasy, Romance Pages: 368 (Hardcover) My Rating: 5 Stars A copy of this book was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis:After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again. But eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow just wants to... Continue Reading →
Engines of Chaos by R.S. FordI've been eagerly awaiting the return of this world! It's full of guild politics, action, and cool magical powers. I admit, I've forgotten a ton about the first book, but haven't had much trouble getting back up to speed! Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. HolmbergTentatively planning to start... Continue Reading →
Published: January 31, 2017 Publisher: DAW Books Series: Peter Grant #6 Genre: Fantasy, Mystery Page: 292 (Paperback) My Rating: 4 Stars Synopsis:The Sixth book in the the Rivers of London series featuring the young law officer Peter Grant—who must deal with both crime and magic. Where the Marble Arch stands today in London was once... Continue Reading →
Stacking The Shelves is a weekly (or in my case monthly) meme hosted by Reading Reality 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: June 21, 2022 Publisher: Podium Publishing Series: The House Witch #1 Genre: Fantasy Pages: 474 (Kindle) My Rating: 5 Stars Synopsis:A heartwarming and humorous blend of fantasy, romance, and mystery featuring a witch with domestic powers and the royal household he serves . . . dinner. When Finlay Ashowan joins the staff of the... Continue Reading →
Divine Rivals by Rebecca RossHonestly, after all the chunky books I've been reading I'm looking forward to one that's under 400 pages. This sounds like a fun story - warring gods and rival journalists - with a dash of romance to boot. Rebecca Ross's books have thus far all been amazing, and based on the... Continue Reading →
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