Nottingham, Nathan Makaryk – Book Review

Hello Humans! I read a lot of dense, chunky fantasy in November of 2019 and the book I’m reviewing today is no exception. I’ve read a fair few Robin Hood retellings/reimaginings over the last few years and so far none of them have totally hit the spot - I was willing to give it another...

Brightfall, Jamie Lee Moyer – Book Review

Hello Humans! Lately, it would seem that the fae (fey, fairies – you get the gist) are making a comeback – ok, one could argue they never left. But with the resounding success of Holly Black’s Folk of the Air series I don’t think it could be denied that the fae are somewhat en vogue.*...

Sherwood, Meagan Spooner – Book Review

Hello Humans! I am so excited to talk about this book. I heard the phrase ‘Robin Hood retelling’ and I was instantaneously on board. This book had me hooked on the concept, the cover, the blurb - I was so ready. But did I fall into the ‘overhyped’ trap? Did my own expectations for this...

Want to Read Wednesday – Sherwood

Hello humans! It is, as many readers will know, the year of ALL THE RETELLINGS. I don't know whether it's reflective of what's being published at the moment, or of what I happen to be reading but I seem to be reading more retellings than I ever thought possible. I have to say though, this...