Hello Humans! Like many of you, I'm sure, I was caught up in the Vampire hype of 2009-11 (and beyond). I fiercely debated whether Bella should go for the wolf or the sparkly man, I gasped at the events of House of Night and...I probably read some weird books I got from the library that I've... Continue Reading →
Smoke in the Sun, Renée Ahdieh – Book Review
Hello humans! Today’s title holds a special place in my heart for a number of reasons, the most pertinent of those reasons is that the first book in this series, Flame in the Mist, was the book in the first ever Fairyloot box I received. It’s hard to believe I’ve had almost thirteen boxes and... Continue Reading →
Hello Humans! I'm back with yet another book review! (A book review, on a book review blog? Who would've thought?) You may remember my review of The Wrath and the Dawn many moons ago? Well I grabbed a copy of The Rose and the Dagger at YALC this year and I'm finally ready to share my thoughts with you.... Continue Reading →
The Wrath and the Dawn, Renée Ahdieh Book Review
Fun story, years and years ago I was in a school production of 'Arabian Nights' and all I can remember about it was sewing sequins onto a pair of Hareem pants. I'm fairly sure I had a part with lines, but all I can recall is sequins. Just goes to show shiny things are best.... Continue Reading →
Flame in the Mist SPOILER FREE REVIEW
There's been so much hype surrounding this book. Let me break down for you what I liked, what I didn't like and why you need to think carefully about how you describe this book. Goodreads Summary: The daughter of a prominent samurai, Mariko has long known her place—she may be an accomplished alchemist, whose cunning... Continue Reading →