๐ Diavola by Jennifer Marie Thorne
Fantasy/Horror | โ โ โ โ ยฝ (4.5/5)
A young woman discovers dark secrets lurking in the seemingly idyllic Italian town she moves to, as she becomes entangled with a sinister entity.
Review: The toxic family dynamic was rage-inducing but her growth was so satisfying.
๐ Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See
Historical Fiction | โ โ โ โ ยผ (4.25/5)
A story of friendship, healing, and the remarkable life of Lady Tan, a woman physician in 15th-century China who challenged societal expectations.
Review: A beautiful book with characters who are very much a product of their time but their worries and aspirations remain timeless.
๐ Vita Nostra by Sergey Dyachenko, Marina Dyachenko
Fantasy | โ โ โ โ ยฝ (4.5/5)
A mind-bending novel about a young woman's entrance into a mysterious institute where reality and language twist into something far beyond comprehension.
Review: I can't explain what this book did to my brainโStockholm syndrome comes close.
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๐ Promise of Blood by Brian McClellan
Epic Fantasy | โ โ โ โ โ (4/5)
The overthrow of a corrupt monarchy sets off a revolution in a world of magic-wielding powder mages and political intrigue.
Review: Loved the world-building, but the women in this story come off quite flat.
๐ The Assassins of Thasalon by Lois McMaster Bujold
Fantasy | โ โ โ โ โ (4/5)
A retired sorcerer-turned-saint is called back into action when an assassination plot threatens the stability of his world.
Review: I enjoyed the political intrigue and love a good comeuppance.
๐ Knot of Shadows by Lois McMaster Bujold
Fantasy/Mystery | โ โ โ โ โ (4/5)
An unconventional investigation unfolds in a world where magic and mystery intertwine, revealing deeper truths about life, death, and the spiritual realm.
Review: This poignant story of vengeance and justice moved me to tears.
๐ The Blacktongue Thief by Christopher Buehlman
Fantasy | โ โ โ โ ยพ (4.75/5)
A thief with a debt to a ruthless guild must navigate a world full of danger, including goblins, witches, and an epic war, to survive.
Review: I loved this bookโthe tone, the worldbuilding, and the characters, whom I am now completely in love with.
๐ Bookshops & Bonedust by Travis Baldree
Fantasy | โ โ โ โ โ (4/5)
A wounded mercenary finds herself stuck in a sleepy seaside town and unexpectedly drawn into the warmth of a local bookshop, where new adventures await.
Review: Cozy, heartwarming, and sweet in all the right ways.
๐ The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden
Historical Fiction | โ โ โ โโ (3/5)
A chilling tale set during World War I, blending the supernatural with a soldier's haunting experiences in the trenches.
Review: A solid read, but it was a book-reader mismatch because I wanted more fantasy.
๐ The Do-Over by Lynn Painter
Romantic Comedy | โ โ โ โโ (3/5)
A woman gets the chance to relive Valentine's Day over and over, as she tries to fix her love life and face her fears about commitment.
Review: Light and entertaining but the romance didn't stand out for me.
๐ White Cat by Holly Black
Urban Fantasy | โ โ โ ยฝโ (3.5/5)
In a world where magic is forbidden, Cassel discovers his family's darkest secrets and grapples with the consequences of his own powers.
Review: I've had my fill of Cassel and his twisted family dynamics.
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This was a really interesting thriller that follows a retired FBI agent named Kate as she struggles to find meaning in her retirement. Then one day, one of her friend's daughter is killed and the killer is unknown. Suddenly, Kate has a purpose and a job again.
The King's Spy by Mark Turnbull
This historical fiction is set during the English Civil War. Maxwell is a soldier in the King's army. He is sent on a mission to retrieve some of the King's papers before they are captured by the enemy, but encounters many unexpected obstacles along the way.
Just the Ticket by Lynn Lamb
This contemporary romantic fiction follows Hannah, who has suddenly won the lottery. Unfortunately, while this windfall is the end of her financial troubles, but only the beginning of a host of other problems.
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Q: What was your favorite read of February?. *waves from under the abyss* Hello, I am in-fact still alive and did remember that I once did monthly wrap up posts! I havenโt one of these since -checks- October 2022โฆ.its been a hot minute. Iโve missed doing these though and am going to try and go backdate the previous months, but for now, letโs see how my February went! โ๏ธ I traveled to Atlanta, GA for 6 days for work, which was actually incredibly stressful and not at all fun sadly! I attended the book launch for Revelle by Lyssa Mia Smith at Books of Wonder in NYC, and I attended an early screening of Daisy Jones & The Six which included a talk with the cast/creators afterwards! ๐ญ I attended 3 concerts and saw 3 Broadway shows. And last but not least โ I read 4 books this month. Life isnโt slowing down anytime soon but Iโm trying to fit reading in when and where I can! My favorite February reads: ๐ Revelle by Lyssa Mia Smith - If you tell me a story is inspired by Moulin Rouge, Iโm immediately interested. Add a magic system and make it a historical fiction with fantasy โ Iโm sold! Iโve been eagerly anticipating Revelle and it did not disappoint! It sparkled like the jewels used in this story. ๐ถ Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (reread): Not to be dramatic, but this is one of my favorite books of all time and itโs truly perfect. I love music. I love books. I love books about music. This story is incredible and Iโm so glad I decided to reread it! Why is it that Taylor Jenkins Reidโs best books will always make me cry at the end? SO MUCH EMOTION IN THIS STORY!! #FebruaryWrapUp #WrapUp #MonthlyWrapup #MonthlyReads #FebruaryReads #BookReviewer #BookBlogger #Bookstagram #Bookish #Bibliophile #Bookworm #BoostingYA #BookishLife #BooksOfIG #Bookstagrammer #boostingya #TenThousandDoorsofJanuary #Revelle #RevelleBook #DaisyJonesandtheSix #TheLuminaries https://www.instagram.com/p/CplCaecAKQE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Hello everyone and Happy Monday!!! How many books have you read in October? The last couple months were really busy for me, so I only managed to read 3 books. I hope that this will change in the next months because my tbr is huge!! *** The books I read were: 1. The Raven and the Dove by Kaitlyn Davis - 4 Stars 2. Demon in the Woods by Leigh Bardugo (audiobook) - 5 Stars 3. The Desert Threat : An Assassin's Creed novel by Yan Leisheng - 3 Stars *** #wrapup #readingwrapup #monthlywrapup #shelfie #fantasyreader #fantasybook #bookaddict #bookcommunity #readingismagic #bookblogger #bookreviewer #greekbookstagram #instavivlio #vivlio #diavazo #eucitesc #mybookfeatures #over30sbookstagram #bookstamums #booknotes_athina (at Sitia , Crรชte) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckqt_KZLHNG/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
