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Art in the Blood by Bonnie MacBird
4.0
Actually Rating 4.5
I’ve found that during my time as a reader that the key to keeping my interest in a crime/mystery is pace. It cannot be either too fast nor too slow this novel is paced perfectly and was great!
The characters were recognizable and well written and the atmosphere was always changing but the feel of it remained the same, the dialogue and rapport between Watson and Holmes were fantastic.
The mystery itself started out a bit generic but the author has their own original spin to the crime, which made it interesting. If you are a fan of any Sherlock Holmes adaption I would suggest that you might try picking this up.
I’ve found that during my time as a reader that the key to keeping my interest in a crime/mystery is pace. It cannot be either too fast nor too slow this novel is paced perfectly and was great!
The characters were recognizable and well written and the atmosphere was always changing but the feel of it remained the same, the dialogue and rapport between Watson and Holmes were fantastic.
The mystery itself started out a bit generic but the author has their own original spin to the crime, which made it interesting. If you are a fan of any Sherlock Holmes adaption I would suggest that you might try picking this up.
An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir
5.0
VIDEO REVIEW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp-DUUMW7BI
Dystopian is a genre that I hardly reach for due to the fact that most stories do not peek my interest however and Ember In the Ashes was particular in that it premise wasn’t particularly Dystopian BUT more fantasy with elements of the former genre; so I picked it and
It is brilliant in EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.
The world felt fleshed out and lush but also suffocating and hot when at Black Cliff- it was refreshing to feel in thick of the heat and the changing atmosphere’s did not hinder my enjoyment as they flowed seamlessly.
The Characters are all very well rounded with distinct personalities. Elias, Laia, Helene and the villains were all characters that I thoroughly enjoyed. The Commandment and the minor villains felt very real and every scene the Commandment just held me at the page.
Elias was my fave character as he was a change from the stereotypical hero but I enjoyed his emotional journey, both with his mother and finally being able to achieve a small dream.
The blooming romance between Laia and Elias was one of the best aspects of this books from the dance scene to the talking scene was brilliant.
I also enjoyed the secondary characters as they helped give backstory to certain organizations and characters.
I would highly recommend anyone to check this book out.
Dystopian is a genre that I hardly reach for due to the fact that most stories do not peek my interest however and Ember In the Ashes was particular in that it premise wasn’t particularly Dystopian BUT more fantasy with elements of the former genre; so I picked it and
It is brilliant in EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD.
The world felt fleshed out and lush but also suffocating and hot when at Black Cliff- it was refreshing to feel in thick of the heat and the changing atmosphere’s did not hinder my enjoyment as they flowed seamlessly.
The Characters are all very well rounded with distinct personalities. Elias, Laia, Helene and the villains were all characters that I thoroughly enjoyed. The Commandment and the minor villains felt very real and every scene the Commandment just held me at the page.
Elias was my fave character as he was a change from the stereotypical hero but I enjoyed his emotional journey, both with his mother and finally being able to achieve a small dream.
The blooming romance between Laia and Elias was one of the best aspects of this books from the dance scene to the talking scene was brilliant.
I also enjoyed the secondary characters as they helped give backstory to certain organizations and characters.
I would highly recommend anyone to check this book out.
The Star-Touched Queen by Roshani Chokshi
5.0
this book was whimsical, alluring and daring with an original concept. i loved the different culture that was being presented throughout this novel. and the world of the book completes absorbs you in it, the writing was also beautifully done.
while the majority of the characters where well written others felt flat and uninteresting. I liked the main heroine and the night bazaar. the Twist and turns were interesting as it keep me invested in the novel.
while the majority of the characters where well written others felt flat and uninteresting. I liked the main heroine and the night bazaar. the Twist and turns were interesting as it keep me invested in the novel.
Mars, Vol. 1 by Fuyumi Soryo
5.0
Re Read
Just a brilliant the fifth time around i absolutely love this series. Full Video series review to come
Just a brilliant the fifth time around i absolutely love this series. Full Video series review to come
A Torch Against the Night by Sabaa Tahir
5.0
[a:Sabaa Tahir|7770873|Sabaa Tahir|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1390501945p2/7770873.jpg] delivers a fast paced, acting packed majestic sequel.
picking up straight after the events of AEiTA it takes off and doesn't let up for a fraction. with believable chemistry between the characters, new intriguing characters and the villians being complex and ever still demanding kept my attention the whole time.
there are most twist and turns then dance moves or mazes could allow which keeping you guessing til the very end where it is oddly sasiftying yet you want more...
very excited for the third book.
picking up straight after the events of AEiTA it takes off and doesn't let up for a fraction. with believable chemistry between the characters, new intriguing characters and the villians being complex and ever still demanding kept my attention the whole time.
there are most twist and turns then dance moves or mazes could allow which keeping you guessing til the very end where it is oddly sasiftying yet you want more...
very excited for the third book.
Who's Afraid Too? by Maria Lewis
5.0
Salagadoola mechicka boola bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
Put 'em together and what have you got
Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
Salagadoola mechicka boola bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
Maria weaves words like magic believe it or not
Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
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References aside Maria Lewis delivers a heart racing sequel to Who's Afraid and it was GLORIOUS. it was everything I wanted in a sequel- plot threads coming together- mystery, romance, authenticity, real chemistry, great characters!
i loved the Rogues!
CANNOT WAIT FOR THE THIRD BOOK.
Put 'em together and what have you got
Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
Salagadoola mechicka boola bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
Maria weaves words like magic believe it or not
Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo
.
.
.
.
References aside Maria Lewis delivers a heart racing sequel to Who's Afraid and it was GLORIOUS. it was everything I wanted in a sequel- plot threads coming together- mystery, romance, authenticity, real chemistry, great characters!
i loved the Rogues!
CANNOT WAIT FOR THE THIRD BOOK.
Kafka On The Shore by Haruki Murakami
4.0
Well done but at time it was talking i philosophical sense. still brilliant prose and great and diverse characters.