Source: Netgalley! Thank you so much to the publisher!TL;DR: A very fun urban fantasy with no romance and so interesting magic Plot: One wandering plot line seemed unneeded but otherwise a fun, albeit predictable oneCharacters: I really loved all the characters. They were very fun, and seemed to buck the norm in a few casesSetting:... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: Babel by R.F. Kuang
Source: Netgalley - Thank you so much to the publisher and omg I'm sorry for the delay. I also purchased a digital and Fairyloot edition.TL;DR: A good book, great even. But not perfect or subtle in the least. Plot: Filled with anger and a message to convey, the plot is driven primarily for that and... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: The Warden by Daniel M. Ford
Source: NetGalley - Many, many thanks to the publisher!TL;DR: Cozy and fun - A big recommendation from me! Plot: The plot of this has a slow, cozy start then takes us for a fun adventure that never quite looses that cozy feelingCharacters: Fun and endearing, I really loved the two main characters of Tun and... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: The Essential Peter S. Beagle Volume 2
Source: NetGalley - so many thanks to the publisher!TL;DR: Plot: Each had a solid plot, nothing felt too over the top of murky. Each was solid and contained.Characters: Fun and unique, I can't wait to actually return to some of these.Setting: Varied and fun - the best by far were his stories of his childhood... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen
Source: NetGalley! Many thanks to the publisher! TL;DR: A fun Romance with a fantastical setting and western vibes. I would not go into this for the fantasy though, go for the romance and you'll be great! Thoughts: Fantasy meets Western meets Romance. That’s the best three words I can use for this book. The Undertaking... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: The Bright and Breaking Sea by Chloe Neil
The Bright and Breaking Sea by Chloe Neill Kit can lead her ship and clever crew on her own, but with the fate of queen and country at stake, Kit and Rian must learn to trust each other, or else the Isles will fall.... Source: Netgalley via Berkley Books - Thank you so much!TL;DR: A... Continue Reading →
Thoughts : Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
Black Sun (Between Earth and Sky #1) by Rebecca Roanhorse A god will returnWhen the earth and sky convergeUnder the black sun Source: Saga Press, Thank you so much for the Review Copy!TL;DR: Incredibly rich world and character cast that sinks it's talons into you and will not let go. Thoughts: Black Sun is the... Continue Reading →
Thoughts: Pilgrimage of Swords and The Kraken’s Tooth by Anthony Ryan
Pilgrimage of Swords and The Kraken's Tooth by Anthony Ryan Source : Pilgrimage of Swords - originally a library read, purchased for rereading purposes The Kraken's Tooth - Provided by the Publisher, thank you!TL;DR: Highly recommended classic quest style fantasy, with a depth and twists you don't see coming. Last year when Pilgrimage of Swords... Continue Reading →
June Wrap-Up
June was a small reading month for me. I didn't read a whole lot, but I had a few good things to read. Unfortunately I also had more than I normally have that was either a complete miss or a very meh read. I don't know if there was anything I read that I'd like... Continue Reading →
Thoughts : Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo
Finally getting some posts up! Look at me! I'm going with the trend on this one - but if you love short fantasy this is a definite recommendation for me. Click through to see some thoughts. The Empress of Salt and Fortune by Nghi Vo Source: Purchase via Kindle TL;DR: Loved it, highly recommend as... Continue Reading →