Book Review
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Book Review: Legendary by Stephanie Garber
Caraval was one of the biggest releases of 2017. It was the book everyone was talking about for months! Fully caught up in the hype surrounding that book, I read Caraval and was actually pretty disappointed — I even listed it as one of my most disappointing books of 2017. However, I fully acknowledge that… Continue reading
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Book Review: The Testament of Loki by Joanne Harris
I read The Gospel of Loki a couple of years ago and it was one of those books that really grew on me. It stuck with me long after I finished the last page and I really think that it ignited my interest in Norse mythology. I had assumed it would be a standalone novel,… Continue reading
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Book Review: From Darkest Skies by Sam Peters
I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from this book. I had assumed it would be pretty much a straight science fiction novel heavily featuring AI with a bit of mystery. Instead Peters has created an exciting high-concept sci-fi-meets-crime story with a dash of noir. Continue reading
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Book Review: City of Brass by S. A. Chakraborty
Ever since catching a glimpse of City of Brass’s gorgeous cover, I knew I needed it. Something about it caught my eye and I thought, ‘yep, I’m going to love that book’. I ended up with two copies of this book, my own finished copy and a digital ARC, and I’m not even upset –… Continue reading
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Book Review: Space Opera by Catherynne M. Valente
I rarely review books that I DNF (did not finish), however I really wanted to talk about this one. Why? Because I’m so upset that it didn’t deliver. Space Opera sounded like the absolute perfect book for me — it’s Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy meets Eurovision. I wanted to love this book so badly, but… Continue reading
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Book Review: The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton
The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle is the debut novel by Stuart Turton. I had been seeing fabulous reviews for this book all across social media, and was lucky enough to snag a copy via NetGalley. I had heard it pitched as ‘Groundhogs Day’ meets ‘Gosford Park’ and I was immediately sold. Not knowing much… Continue reading
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Book Review: Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
There’s a good chance you’ve heard of Children of Blood and Bone — it has taken the publishing world by storm. With hype surrounding this book literally from the moment it sold, I think it makes sense to be cautious — most of us have been burned by hype before. However, I’m here to tell… Continue reading
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Book Review: The Accidental Recluse by Tom McCulloch
I was so pleased when Sandstone Press reached out about reviewing this book. Although it is outside the genres I have been reading lately, I was intrigued by the synopsis and the settings. Continue reading
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Review: The Cruel Prince by Holly Black
The Cruel Prince was one of the most highly anticipated releases of 2018. Released in January, it has already caused a stir among fans and newcomers to Holly Black’s books. I’ve never read any of her books before, so when The Cruel Prince arrived in my January FairyLoot box, I was intrigued. Continue reading
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Review: Planetfall by Emma Newman
When I requested a copy of Planetfall, I assumed I was going to get a standard ‘humans colonize a planet, things go wrong’ science fiction book — which is great, don’t get me wrong. However, Planetfall turned out to be one of the most unexpected, brilliant, and compelling sci-fi books I’ve ever read. Continue reading
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