Tag Archives: Bookish First

Review: Ace of Spades by Faridah Abike-Iyimide

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Ace of Spades is the debut novel of Faridah Abike-Iyimide, and holy cow! This novel is amazing! I never in a million years would have guessed that this was a debut, if you had simply handed it to me and provided no context. Faridah Abike-Iyimide’s voice is so strong and so powerful already, and I can’twait to see what she writes next. Continue reading →

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Review: What Beauty There Is by Cory Anderson

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Cory Anderson’s debut novel, What Beauty There Is, will knock your socks off. It cuts to the quick and will leave an impression on your heart. Continue reading →

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Review: The Princess Knight by G.A. Aiken

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Princess Knight is the second novel in The Scarred Earth Saga by G.A. Aiken, a chaotic and brilliant adventure like no other I’ve seen. Continue reading →

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Review: Skyhunter by Marie Lu

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Once again Marie Lu is creating a new fantasy world worth diving into, Skyhunter. The first title of the series also happens to have the same name, and it comes alongside one of the most striking covers I’ve seen to date. Continue reading →

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Review: To Sleep in a Sea of Stars by Christopher Paolini

Posted on August 31, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Can you believe it? Christopher Paolini is back, only this time he isn’t diving back into the world of fantasy! Instead, he’s taking a swing at science fiction. From the moment this book was announced, I knew that it was going to be one epic adventure. Continue reading →

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Review: The Gillespie County Fair by Marc Hess

Posted on August 26, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Gillespie County Fair is the latest novel by Marc Hess, and it’s a totally unique read. Set in Texas, and revolving around the oldest fair, this novel is rich with culture and character development. Continue reading →

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Review: The Nemesis Manifesto by Eric Van Lustbader

Posted on July 13, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Picture Black Widow meets Jason Bourne, and you’ll have found The Nemesis Manifesto. Crated by Eric Van Lustbader, this is the start of a whole new series revolving around a highly competent spy and agent. Continue reading →

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Review: The Sin in the Steel by Ryan Van Loan

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Sin in the Steel is the first novel in The Fall of the Gods series by Ryan Van Loan. It’s a series that mixes many elements together in order to create something fun and exciting. Pirates, magic, dead gods can all be found. Oh and a Sherlockian twist as well. Continue reading →

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Review: The Kinder Poison by Natalie Mae

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Kinder Poison is the debut novel of Natalie Mae, and it is has been marketed as perfect for fans of Victoria Aveyard and Holly Black. Being a fan of theirs, and having read this book; I can tell you that this is completely fair. Continue reading →

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Review: The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones

Posted on May 5, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Only Good Indians is the latest horror novel to come out of the mind of Stephen Graham Jones, and it is a truly chilling (and graphic) tale worth reading. If you’re looking for a novel that terrifies as it unfolds, then you’re going to want to check this one out. Continue reading →

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