Tag Archives: Historical fantasy

WOTN: A Longer Fall by Charlaine Harris

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

A Longer Fall is the second novel in Charlaine Harris’ Gunnie Rose series, and it carries just as much impact as the first. Gunnie Rose is an alternate history, set during the Great Depression – but with several fundamental changes. Most notably, the inclusion of magic. Continue reading →

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Review: The Serpent in Heaven by Charlaine Harris

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

First, can I just say that I love it when a series has multiple perspectives? The first three novels in the Gunnie Rose series were based on, well, Gunnie Rose. If we’re lucky, this means two more novels will follow Felicia. Continue reading →

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Review: Bright Ruined Things by Samantha Cohoe

Posted on January 1, 2023 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Samantha Cohoe is back with another brilliant novel, Bright Ruined Things. This one blends historical fiction with fantasy in all the best ways, creating a tale that feels both familiar and new. Oh, did I mention that it’s set during a fictional 1920s? Continue reading →

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Review: The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman

Posted on February 2, 2022 by Liz (AKA Cat)

It’s here! It’s finally here! Wait, am I ready for this? The Book of Magic, written by Alice Hoffman, is the final novel in the Practical Magic series. It’s time to see how the Owens witches remove the curse that has plagued their family for generations (no, the movie ending isn’t canon – though it is still delightful). Continue reading →

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Review: The Russian Cage by Charlaine Harris

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Russian Cage is the third novel in Charlaine Harris’ Gunnie Rose series, a series set in an alternate history. A world where magic exists and the political landscape of America is vastly different from what we know. Continue reading →

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Review: Magic Lessons by Alice Hoffman

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Practical Magic, a beloved novel by Alice Hoffman, just got a prequel, and I’m pretty sure the entire fandom just collectively sighed in relief. Magic Lessons is set in a time before the curse was laid on the Owens women. Continue reading →

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Review: Ink & Arrows by Shruthi Viswanathan

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

nk & Arrows is Shruthi Viswanathan’s debut novel. That stunning cover is what originally caught my attention here, but it was the description that made me curious enough to give this one a read. This is a world in which magic and tattoos merge into one. Continue reading →

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Review: Throne of Five Winds by S.C. Emmett

Posted on June 17, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

Throne of Five Winds is the first novel in the Hostage of Empire series by S.C. Emmett. It’s one of the most complex fantasy novels to come out this year, one full of characters, motives, and politics. It’s been favorably compared to George R.R. Martin’s writing, and with good reason. Continue reading →

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Review: The Beautiful by Renee Ahdieh

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Liz (AKA Cat)

The Beautiful is the first novel in a new series written by Renee Ahdieh. I knew that I had to pick this book up from the moment I saw the cover. I just go head over heels for simple and elegant designs. But then I kept hearing about The Beautiful, and I knew it was something worth following up on. Continue reading →

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Review: Woven in Moonlight by Isabel Ibanez

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

Woven in Moonlight is Isabel Ibanez’s debut novel, and it is a fascinating tale of magic, revolution, and love. It leans heavily on Bolivian politics and history, which adds several interesting elements to the story itself. Continue reading →

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