A Reading Journal
Source: Netgalley - Many thanks!TL;DR: A slow, somewhat predictable story about two sisters making bad decisions. Somewhat disappointing for me. Plot: I was not super impressed with this. Based entirely on the story and the major events this felt incredibly slow - and perhaps like it needed a bit more editing.Characters: Both sisters felt somewhat... Continue Reading →
Source: Netgalley - Thank you to the publisher!TL;DR: A very dense story with far more telling than showing. It might stick with me for a time, but I doubt I'll continue what seems to be a series. Plot: If I'm honest, a bit messy and overwrought but the story is simple when boiled down, a... Continue Reading →
Source: Netgalley - Thank you to the publisher! I've also purchased my own copy.TL;DR: Plot: For the most part I found it very predictable, but that ending was a hell of an impact. I loved where it took the endingCharacters: Our main character, Channi, had the most personality and the rest definitely felt like pieces... Continue Reading →
Source: Netgalley, so many thanks to the publisher!TL;DR: If you enjoy middle grade fantasy this is a must read! Plot: Fantastic. It makes several reference to castle building games, and you can feel that in a very fun way in the storyCharacters: I enjoyed them! Everyone fit a narrative role, but they were strong and... Continue Reading →
Source: NetGalley, thank to Harper for the arc!TL;DR: A collection of very fun, classic fantasy stories about a knight and a magical puppet. It surprised me and made me laugh out loud several times. If Fantasy shorts are your cup of tea - this is a great pickup. Plot: The nucleus of each story is... Continue Reading →
Source: NetGalley - thank you to Tor for the advanced copy!TL;DR: I was scared TJ Klune couldn't pull it off after destroying me with Wolfsong but here we are. Gordo is the most grumpy, precious witch in the world. I loved it. Plot: This one is covers both the time that Gordo and the others... Continue Reading →
Source: NetGalley - Thank you Tor for the arc!TL;DR: An absolutely magical adventure novel about a young girl trying to save her family. Highly recommend. Plot: There are two distinct halves to the story, but it seems natural and reasonable for the setup. I liked that a lot, the plot is solid and well stitched... Continue Reading →
Source: NetGalley & Self Published Edition purchased - So thank you to the publisher and myself I reckonTL;DR: I don't know why I'm going to keep reading this series but I am. This is full of red flags and plot holes but at least it's fun and readable. Check your content warnings! Plot: The plot... Continue Reading →
Source: Netgalley! Many, many thanks!TL;DR: One of the better collections I've read. The selection is diverse and unique. I recommend it! Selection: A great selection here. It's broad with voices from several age ranges and a few outside of the prose formatEditing: A great mix of tone and view, nothing felt too similar or close... Continue Reading →
Source: NetGalley, thank you to the publisher!! I have pre-ordered this for myself!TL;DR: A short but beautiful novella asking how long do you pay for mistakes and twisting a fairy tale on it's head in the process. Plot: This plot is simple, a fairy tale but from a different angle, and it's cute and very... Continue Reading →
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