Hard to believe, but ECCC 2019 is ending! This was my first year as an attendee, and I was also lucky enough to do some press things. I have a ton of fun interviews to share with writers of both prose and graphic novels. Some of them I have talked about on the blog before, … Continue reading Emerald City Comic Con 2019 Wrap Up
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Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc – NetGalley Review
I requested a digital arc of Voices from NetGalley. I was thrilled to see the approval for this one in my inbox because I have long held a fascination for Joan of Arc. Back in middle school, I did a big research project about her, and I just fell in love with her moving and … Continue reading Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc – NetGalley Review
Four Dead Queens: Too Many POVs
I received an ARC of Four Dead Queens by Astrid Scholte at San Diego Comic-con last summer. I was cautiously optimistic since YA and royals don't always mix well for me. Sadly, I did not end up enjoying this one and I want to talk about the reasons why, because they are things that always throw me … Continue reading Four Dead Queens: Too Many POVs
Slayer by Kiersten White|Good for fans of Buffy?
Slayer by Kiersten White sat near the very top of my want list at San Diego Comic-con last summer. I fought pretty hard to get an ARC (with some help from Christine) and I had really high hopes because I know that White is a big Buffy fan! I also read and loved The Dark Descent of … Continue reading Slayer by Kiersten White|Good for fans of Buffy?
In an Absent Dream: ARC Review
I received an arc of In an Absent Dream by Seanan McGuire from Tor Publishing in exchange for an honest review. I have been head over heels for The Wayward Children books for a long time now so I was very excited to share my love for this one! I also loved doing a buddy read … Continue reading In an Absent Dream: ARC Review
Beneath the Citadel: ARC Review
I received an ARC of Beneath the Citadel by Destiny Soria from Abrams Kids in exchange for an honest review! I was immediately attracted to the amazing book cover, and it's spooky atmosphere. The premise sounded pretty familiar for YA Fantasy, so I went in hoping for a new world to immerse myself in. Though I did … Continue reading Beneath the Citadel: ARC Review
The Good Demon: ARC Review
Abrams Books was kind enough to send me an arc of The Good Demon by Jimmy Cajoleas in exchange for a review. The book is already out, so you don't have to wait to add it to your Fall reading list! That is definitely my recommendation as I loved this dark demonic read full of heart, grief, … Continue reading The Good Demon: ARC Review
Toil & Trouble: NetGalley Review
I received a digital arc of Toil & Trouble from NetGalley. I have really been feeling the witch vibes this Fall from other books like The Casquette Girls so I was looking forward to a whole mess of witchy tales! Unfortunately, I found the stories more messy than interesting. There were a few standouts that I enjoyed, keep reading … Continue reading Toil & Trouble: NetGalley Review
The Darkdeep: NetGalley Review
I recently received an Arc of The Darkdeep by Ally Condie and Brendan Reichs from NetGalley. I'm so happy I had the chance to read this awesome middle-grade story, and here are a few reasons you should consider adding it to your Fall reading list. Click Here for the Synopsis!When a bullying incident sends twelve-year-old Nico Holland … Continue reading The Darkdeep: NetGalley Review
Black Wings Beating: NetGalley Review
I received a digital galley of Black Wings Beating by Alex London from NetGalley. I also picked up an arc at San Diego Comic-con, so I was really looking forward to reading this one. Sadly I found the book relied a lot on shock value and plot devices, so I gave it 3 stars. Read on to … Continue reading Black Wings Beating: NetGalley Review