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oracle_of_madness's Reviews (1.33k)
I loved how this story recaptured the eerie tale of Lizzie Borden. This has a murder/mystery and horror/ghost story vibe that I really enjoyed.
The popular girl in town, Mariella, starts dating the new guy, Vik. But when her parents are suddenly brutally murdered in the same way Lizzie Borden's were, Vik gets the blame. Soon, his sister, Tessa, is there to help him.
This really had a cool feeling to this story. Seeming realistic and also supernatural at once. It's definitely a very creepy read!
Out October 10, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
The popular girl in town, Mariella, starts dating the new guy, Vik. But when her parents are suddenly brutally murdered in the same way Lizzie Borden's were, Vik gets the blame. Soon, his sister, Tessa, is there to help him.
This really had a cool feeling to this story. Seeming realistic and also supernatural at once. It's definitely a very creepy read!
Out October 10, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
I just can not describe this. Okay, but I'm gonna try! This was mind-bendingly frightening while being one of the most thought-provoking books I've read this year. It's not only about what we see in the mirror, but what about us is reflected back. This was so good!!!!
This is one of those books that had me screaming into my pillow bc it's so creepy but so exciting and thrilling. This is going to be on my mind for a long time, and I'm totally fine with that.
If you're looking for the perfect creepy read this October, then check this out!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
This is one of those books that had me screaming into my pillow bc it's so creepy but so exciting and thrilling. This is going to be on my mind for a long time, and I'm totally fine with that.
If you're looking for the perfect creepy read this October, then check this out!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Okay, I could not put this down. I loved this exploration of an alternate version of the Tang Dynasty China and the whole atmosphere. But, what I loved even more was how relatable and yet ruthless the main character, Zilan, was.
The depictions in this book were so vivid that I felt like I was there. And, of course, the world-building was phenomenal. I honestly don't think I can say even one bad thing about this book. It was absolutely stunning.
Zilan comes from a poor family but has cousins that she considers her brother and sister. Each have their own talents, but zilan alone is so talented with Alchemy that she can raise the dead. During her Alchemy tests, she is only met with derision because of her status, but as it seems, nothing can hold her back.
I highly recommend this one!!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
The depictions in this book were so vivid that I felt like I was there. And, of course, the world-building was phenomenal. I honestly don't think I can say even one bad thing about this book. It was absolutely stunning.
Zilan comes from a poor family but has cousins that she considers her brother and sister. Each have their own talents, but zilan alone is so talented with Alchemy that she can raise the dead. During her Alchemy tests, she is only met with derision because of her status, but as it seems, nothing can hold her back.
I highly recommend this one!!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
This story is wild! I loved the creativity, creepiness, and structure! There are several different storylines going on that I liked because it gave this story extra dimension. I loved how odd this tale was. Right from the start, I knew I was getting into a really cool horror.
This author included some takes on Irish folklore, which really added to the tale. I always love when there are different aspects happening that get tied together in the end. Overall, I found this a unique and satisfying horror!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
This author included some takes on Irish folklore, which really added to the tale. I always love when there are different aspects happening that get tied together in the end. Overall, I found this a unique and satisfying horror!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
I'm going to need a support group to help me get through the time in between books in this series and just people to scream with about all is obviously not fair in love and war!!! Aaaggghhhhh!!!!! And, shut up and just kiss each other!!!!!! (Breathing hard bc I really needed to let that out)
I loved this more than I can describe. I'm a major Reylo fan, and this scifi fantasy gave me Star Wars vibes along with the most perfect Reylo depiction between Talasyn and Alaric. (Alaric!!!!!)
The Hurricane War is a war between light and darkness. Talasyn is the last known lightweaver, and as the war continues, she tries to learn more about her powers. Alaric and Talasyn clash several times in the beginning of the book, all of which left me wanting more of that tense energy. (And there is more!)
This story weaves beautiful magic systems and descriptions with a love story that had my heart racing. All I can really say is that I need more, a lot more!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc review!!!
I loved this more than I can describe. I'm a major Reylo fan, and this scifi fantasy gave me Star Wars vibes along with the most perfect Reylo depiction between Talasyn and Alaric. (Alaric!!!!!)
The Hurricane War is a war between light and darkness. Talasyn is the last known lightweaver, and as the war continues, she tries to learn more about her powers. Alaric and Talasyn clash several times in the beginning of the book, all of which left me wanting more of that tense energy. (And there is more!)
This story weaves beautiful magic systems and descriptions with a love story that had my heart racing. All I can really say is that I need more, a lot more!
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc review!!!
Yes!!!! The gore! The humor! The main character coming from her pov in NYC and the way this involves that city's most elite! (I'm applauding) (Standing ovation)
Julie is about as real as they get, and I immediately loved her sarcastic, no nonsense, beautiful style when it came to handling some very... very... disgusting creatures. She is barely making it by, spending too much money on drugs and liquor and not enough on keeping up with rent. When she becomes invested in a bigger fight than usual.
This was empowering (in a weird way, I guess, but still), and I was diabolically giggling while simultaneously being horrified (what must my neighbors think??). It's definitely a great read.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!
Julie is about as real as they get, and I immediately loved her sarcastic, no nonsense, beautiful style when it came to handling some very... very... disgusting creatures. She is barely making it by, spending too much money on drugs and liquor and not enough on keeping up with rent. When she becomes invested in a bigger fight than usual.
This was empowering (in a weird way, I guess, but still), and I was diabolically giggling while simultaneously being horrified (what must my neighbors think??). It's definitely a great read.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!
This was creepy. While being deliberately scary, this story has a very strong psychological aspect to it, particularly about grief, that just hit different.
Twins have an imaginary friend. A very strange and creepy imaginary friend. Their family is trying to get to the bottom of what exactly is going on, and this leads to some dark and intense revelations.
I really enjoyed this. It is a good, sometimes intense, spooky read.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Twins have an imaginary friend. A very strange and creepy imaginary friend. Their family is trying to get to the bottom of what exactly is going on, and this leads to some dark and intense revelations.
I really enjoyed this. It is a good, sometimes intense, spooky read.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
Aaaggh! This ending!!! I mean, I liked the book the whole way through, but this ending sealed the deal. Major cliffhanger. Major. I do wish the romance had been romancing a bit more, as in spice. But I thoroughly loved this.
A very interesting fairytale retelling that focuses on the after story of Hansel and Gretal, now Hans and Greta, Greta begins preparations to bake a special gingerbread that will hopefully sell well. However, many unexpected things begin to happen.
This book is like a rollercoaster. At points, I was enthralled and at others, not so much. But I definitely wound up enjoying this! The creativity and strangeness of this tale won me over.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!
This book is like a rollercoaster. At points, I was enthralled and at others, not so much. But I definitely wound up enjoying this! The creativity and strangeness of this tale won me over.
Out October 3, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!!
This is such a perfect spooky season read! A ghost speaker must save a ghost who just happens to be her biggest enemy at school. However, this is a romance, so I felt all the best enemies-to-lovers vibes while these two struck out in the liminal world.
This was absolutely delightful! I loved all the feels and the added cultural aspect of Cara's Chinese family. This is a true journey for the protagonist. She learns about herself and her gifts throughout this tale.
I really loved this!
Out September 26, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!
This was absolutely delightful! I loved all the feels and the added cultural aspect of Cara's Chinese family. This is a true journey for the protagonist. She learns about herself and her gifts throughout this tale.
I really loved this!
Out September 26, 2023!
Thank you, Netgalley and Publisher, for this Arc!