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I read about 100 books each year and write my honest reviews here
06 Feb 2024
Vivid Worlds, Badass Characters—"The Sapien Empire" Is a Genre Debut to Remember
In this dystopian world, we traverse alongside Shindo Dacan, an engineer striving to carve a path through a nightmarish future.
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22 Jan 2024
Savage Legacies—Untangling the Threads of ‘Judgment of Blood’
It’s a unique blend of steampunk and paranormal (werewolves and vampires) set in an alternate early 20th century, where men turn into werewolves due to a widespread disease.
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05 Jan 2024
Reign of Redemption — A Review of “Nameless Queen”
Marie’s unique spin on this Norse myth captivates, offering a refreshing take on the typically dark narratives. Hel’s descent into the underworld is a wild ride.
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19 Dec 2023
Unraveling Clytemnestra's Bind
At the center of the story is Clytemnestra's poignant struggle between seeking vengeance and ensuring her children's safety.
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11 Dec 2023
Echoes of War—Unveiling the Haunting Scent of Poppies
“The Haunting Scent of Poppies” by Victoria Williamson delves into the horrors of war and the corrupting power of greed. Although not the usual festive holiday book, it is a unique and eerie Christmas story that will captivate readers on a cold winter evening.
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03 Nov 2023
The Laughing Corpse—Shadows of the Voodoo Realm With a Side of Betrayal
This isn't a lighthearted urban fantasy, just so you know. If you’re ready for a journey into the shadowy realms of the supernatural, this book might just be your next gripping read.
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25 Oct 2023
A Dystopian Steampunk Harry Potter—Pax and the Missing Head by David Barker
Meet Pax, a young man who defies the norms of a bleak future London where the weight of an oppressive rule is felt by all.
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27 Sep 2023
A Riveting Journey into the Paranormal — “Guilty Pleasures” by Laurell K. Hamilton
Why I thought I would hate it and couldn’t have been more wrong. Sometimes appearances can be deceiving.
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26 Sep 2023
A Haunting Tale in “The Half Killed” by Quenby Olson — Book Review
A Literary Journey into Mystery, Fantasy, and Victorian Darkness that's great for historical fantasy lovers.
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