This was such an intense and dark read. It’s kind of a creeper (in multiple ways)- one being very literally, this was an inherently unnerving read through and through. Whether it be visceral panic/terror being experienced via Olivia (or all mothers really-will come back to this) or the creepy black-haired boogeywoman lurking and drawing closer… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: GRAVEYARD OF LOST CHILDREN BY KATRINA MONROE
I love a short story collection with variety and LaFaro delivered on that. Each tale is unique and they’re very snappy reads. Truly something for everyone here. I really appreciated the author notes after each one as well. It’s fun getting the extra details like what inspired that particular tale or the song that was… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: ILLUSIONS OF ISOLATION BY BRENNAN LAFARO
This was a pretty solid start to a promising series (I hope!). Considering the cliffhanger at the end I know we can expect at least one more. I’m eager to explore more of this lush witchy world! I always dig some dark academia vibes and I feel like we got some of that here. I’m… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: BEWITCHED BY LAURA THALASSA
This was a fast paced, high action read. You jump in knowing a handful of kids have done something bad and then tumble into the future where this misdeed is coming back to threaten their separate lives in explosive ways. You get more details about the characters and what happened in the past bit by… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: WHAT HAVE WE DONE BY ALEX FINLAY
As per usual with this series is chock-full of action, humor, violence, foul language, kick-a*s heroines and just generally a solid good time. The only thing that was a bit overwhelming to me was the sheer amount of names/people to keep track of in this fantastical world Aiken has created. I freaking LOVED the new… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: THE HERETIC ROYAL BY G.A AIKEN
This was a solid read for me. A smidge campy (re: the absolute cheesefest of names, titles, places, etc.), a dash of slasher, a pinch of mystery, and a little woo-woo, all encompassed in this creepy Gotham-esq little farm town. It’s snappy little pace paired with lots of intrigue and a colorful cast of characters… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: THE NIGHTMARE MAN BY J.H. MARKERT
It feels weird to say this but I thought this was a wickedly satisfying read. I wouldn’t say it was light or highly plausible in the criming-and-getting-away-with-it aspect, but it wasn’t really demanding of much brain power which made it feel light in a way when paired with Kitty’s flighty ‘It Girl’ commentary. I can… Continue reading BOOK REVIEW: HOW TO KILL MEN AND GET AWAY WITH IT BY KATY BRENT
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