Everything you want and expect from this author is delivered! The perfect gothic, fantastical, whimsical, horror novel with lyrical writing and depth of emotion. I just love her way of writing so much. It’s so captivating and really brings the story to life.
Not As Good As I Was Hoping: The Last Heir to Blackwood Library by Hester Fox
In theory and conceptually, this book has all the things I should love. But the execution just isn’t compelling enough. There are parts that I like, but equally parts that I struggled with. Even though this particular story isn’t my favorite, I liked the writing style and world-building and the conclusion of events.
Gothic, Historical Mystery at It’s Finest: The Secrets of Hartwood Hall by Katie Lumsden
This is a wonderful debut! This is a gothic, historical mystery at its finest. I’m so excited for this author, and to be a part of the early review crew. I hope she will bless us with another masterpiece like this one. Everyone is going to love this book!
Emotional, Darkly Compelling, and Action-Packed: City of Nightmares (City of Nightmares #1) by Rebecca Schaeffer
When people dream, they are transformed into their worst fear, and the world has been decimated by these Nightmares. When Ness was a child, her sister became a giant spider and killed their father and several others. Since then, Ness has had an irrational phobia of Nightmares. Her method of coping: running and hiding like a coward. She has taken refuge at the Friends of the Restful Soul, a group that claims to help society by offering counseling and other charitable services. But after surviving several assassination attempts, Ness begins to unravel sinister plots within the organization.
ARC Review: The Villa by Rachel Hawkins
When I say I devoured this book, I mean I read this like I was starving for it. This is a story about loss, betrayal, family, friendship, and twisted, toxic love. It’s a book you will want to read again and again.
ARC Review: The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia: A Review
This story is definitely flat in comparison to some of her other work, which I know can happen to the best of us when we are trying to top previous successes. I still look forward to seeing what else she has in the future; but for me, this one is just ok.
Book Review: A Forgery of Roses by Jessica S. Olson
I’m hooked into this harrowing murder mystery. I love that just when I think it’s too predictable and I have something figured out, the story takes another dramatic twist instead.
Mini Book Review: House of Hollow by Krystal Sutherland
It was everything haunting and weird in all the best ways. I highly recommend to fans of sinister fairytale vibes – this one won’t disappoint.