Today's book review is part of the official blog tour for Shadows of Asphodel by Karen Kincy - keep reading for more information on the tour & an *international* contest!! Then tune in tomorrow for an exclusive guest post from Karen herself! So, full disclosure: I don't normally read adult fiction, and I don't normally... Continue Reading →
Jackson Pearce has made a name for herself retelling classic fairy tales in a series of companion novels with an ever-expanding mythology that connects each story. Her latest, Cold Spell, may be the best one yet. Kai and Ginny grew up together–best friends since they could toddle around their building’s rooftop rose garden. Now they’re... Continue Reading →
Jackson Pearce has made a name for herself retelling classic fairy tales in a series of companion novels with an ever-expanding mythology that connects each story. Her latest, Cold Spell, may be the best one yet. Kai and Ginny grew up together–best friends since they could toddle around their building’s rooftop rose garden. Now they’re... Continue Reading →
Hannah Moskowitz has a bit of a cult following. And after reading Marco Impossible, I understand why. True, it is her first middle grade novel, and yes, it is my first time reading her work, but my fan status has officially been pledged and I can't wait to delve into her previous magic. From what I've... Continue Reading →
T.S. Eliot once wrote, "This is the way the world ends, not with a bang, but a whimper." And the same could be said for Veronica Roth's Divergent series, which came to a whimpering end with Allegiant. Though much-hyped by the publisher, with an embargoed release, midnight release parties, major media appearances, and tie-ins for... Continue Reading →
T.S. Eliot once wrote, "This is the way the world ends, not with a bang, but a whimper." And the same could be said for Veronica Roth's Divergent series, which came to a whimpering end with Allegiant. Though much-hyped by the publisher, with an embargoed release, midnight release parties, major media appearances, and tie-ins for... Continue Reading →
"Thirteen-year-old Charis Parks has five days to save mankind. What she thought was mere mythology has become her reality ... she alone must reverse the curse of Pandora's Jar. If Charis is to fulfill her destiny, she has to face her fears against the darker forces of Hades and the blood-thirsty Erinyes Sisters who help... Continue Reading →
For those of you wondering what is going on with the Middle Grade posts, fear not! For I bring you tidings of more good MG titles to come! Over the past year and a half I've been in major transition, traveling/living everywhere from Italy, Utah, New Mexico, Colorado, and finally, back to Portland. Now that... Continue Reading →
The CW better be making a slot in its TV line-up, because a series based on Unbreakable by Kami Garcia should definitely be in development. This creepy, sexy, action-packed new series from the co-author of Beautiful Creatures is delightfully reminiscent of hit shows like "Supernatural" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" -- while bringing a delightfully... Continue Reading →
The CW better be making a slot in its TV line-up, because a series based on Unbreakable by Kami Garcia should definitely be in development. This creepy, sexy, action-packed new series from the co-author of Beautiful Creatures is delightfully reminiscent of hit shows like "Supernatural" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" -- while bringing a delightfully... Continue Reading →
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