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The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
3.5
It was a nice quick read and a sweet story.
If you want more of the same, check out Princess Jellyfish by Akiko Higashimura. It has the same concept, but set in the modern day.
If you want more of the same, check out Princess Jellyfish by Akiko Higashimura. It has the same concept, but set in the modern day.
The Expert System's Brother by Adrian Tchaikovsky
3.25
This book explored the "ancient advanced civilization" trope like Elder Race, but focused in on how the changes made for humanity to thrive were in fact the only way they could survive.
One of the themes of this story was how easy it is to radicalize people who are outcast from society for one reason or another. I think in today's society, understanding how this works is even more important.
It tackled quite a bit in such a short story, and I think this book did a good job of balancing its ideas.
I did end up liking Elder Race better, hence the rating. I'm still planning on reading the second book in this series though, so maybe that will affect my impression afterwards.
One of the themes of this story was how easy it is to radicalize people who are outcast from society for one reason or another. I think in today's society, understanding how this works is even more important.
It tackled quite a bit in such a short story, and I think this book did a good job of balancing its ideas.
I did end up liking Elder Race better, hence the rating. I'm still planning on reading the second book in this series though, so maybe that will affect my impression afterwards.
Sphere by Michael Crichton
Did not finish book. Stopped at 25%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 25%.
Realized that this book is more horror than sci-fi. I was really interested in a first contact story.
Sorcery and Small Magics by Maiga Doocy
4.0
It was such a mistake to start this book in the evening! What I intended to be quick reading session turned into a binge as I read into the late hours.
I had such a good time reading this book!! I love a good odd couple style pairing, and this was so sweet and subtle with how their relationship progressed. The setting was also interesting, separating sorcerers into two categories: scrivers (who write the spells) and casters (who actually cast/use them). It felt fresh and well thought out!
We didn't get a conclusive ending in terms of the relationship, but I'm excited for the next book! I love that this book really took it's time to setup the main duo, and Leo STILL doesn't know that Grimm likes him too. 🤠I don't think Grimm used that feather at ALL to break the spell, he just fell in love!
This was a surprise hit for me, and I'm dying for the next book. It was a cute M/M cozy fantasy with a slow burn romance, with a well executed plot and nice world-building.
I had such a good time reading this book!! I love a good odd couple style pairing, and this was so sweet and subtle with how their relationship progressed. The setting was also interesting, separating sorcerers into two categories: scrivers (who write the spells) and casters (who actually cast/use them). It felt fresh and well thought out!
This was a surprise hit for me, and I'm dying for the next book. It was a cute M/M cozy fantasy with a slow burn romance, with a well executed plot and nice world-building.