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Review: The Sin in the Steel by Ryan Van Loan

Posted on July 7, 2020 by

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

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

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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Review: The Kingdom of Liars by Nick Martell

Posted on May 5, 2020 by

The Kingdom of Liars is the first novel in a new series, The Legacy of the Mercenary Kings by Nick Martell. It’s an epic fantasy series, full of political intrigue, past wrongs, plots of revenge, and so much more. Continue reading →

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Review: The Kingdom of Back by Marie Lu

Posted on March 17, 2020 by

The Kingdom of Back is the latest novel by Marie Lu, and it is a stunning blend of fantasy and music. This is the tale of Nannerl Mozart, her brother, Wolfgang Mozart, and the magical world they once shared. Continue reading →

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Review: The Vanishing Deep by Astrid Scholte

Posted on February 25, 2020 by

The Vanishing Deep is Astrid Scholte’s second novel, and it is another standalone novel. Though it will surprise fans, for it is quite different from Four Dead Queens. This is a tale of the dead, and how family can get their loved ones back – but only for 24 hours. Continue reading →

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Review: The Queen’s Assassin by Melissa de la Cruz

Posted on January 28, 2020 by

The Queen’s Assassin is the first novel in a brand new series from the one and only Melissa de la Cruz. This time around, her latest novel is being compared to Red Queen, and that’s what really caught my attention. Continue reading →

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Review: You’re Not Listening by Kate Murphy

Posted on January 7, 2020 by

Have you ever felt like there’s a disconnect, when you’re sitting down and having a conversation with somebody? Almost like the other person isn’t listening to you – just waiting for you to finish talking so they can have their moment to talk? Continue reading →

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Review: A River of Royal Blood by Amanda Joy

Posted on October 29, 2019 by

A River of Royal Blood is the astounding debut novel of Amanda Joy. This is a novel perfect for fans of Children of Blood and Bone and is as chilling as it is entertaining. Set in magical world, the country is ruled by a magickal queen. Continue reading →

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Review: War Girls by Tochi Onyebuchi

Posted on October 15, 2019 by

War Girls is the latest novel by Tochi Onyebuchi, and is the first novel in a new series (of the same name). It’s the tale of two sisters thrown together by the means of war, and their different journies on the path to survival. Continue reading →

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