Oh, how I loved this book! I'll be honest: the beginning is a challenge. It throws a lot of information at you, making for a confusing start. The ending is also an abrupt cliffhanger that offers no immediate resolutions. But the reading experience packed between those two points is so breathtakingly good that it earns all five stars from me.
T. Kingfisher is a master of ambiance, and The Hollow Places held me absolutely spellbound. It takes one of my favorite tropes—a doorway to another world—and uses it to create a truly unsettling and atmospheric horror story.
With its suspenseful opening, Goat Magic immediately pulls you into a story that is both fun and profoundly deep. Kate Wheeler writes her characters—human and animal alike—with a delightful realism that makes every interaction feel authentic. The goats, in particular, are unpredictable, roguish marvels that steal every scene they’re in.
This is a DNF review at 33%. The Secret Market of the Dead is a frustrating book because it is so technically skilled in some areas, yet still failed to hold my interest.
This book is so much fun—evil in the most delightful way possible. It's a brilliant story about not belonging, the struggle to find your niche, and the courage it takes to break free from society's expectations. And how, with proper support, one can rebuild themself after profound loss and grief.
Wow. This book was so good. It’s rare for a novella to feel so complete, but T. Kingfisher delivers a story that is solid in every respect. The characters are a delight—each with their own distinct quirks and personality. The plot is perfectly paced, with a great opening hook and a truly satisfying conclusion.
This graphic novel is dark, broody, and completely engrossing. I was so captivated that I devoured it in a single sitting.
A.J. Lancaster's How to Find a Nameless Fae is a stunning reminder of why I love to read. It was fantastic—not just for its powerful storytelling, but also for its brilliant moments of social commentary.
Magic and mayhem! This was a lovely conclusion to the Howl's Castle series.
The Nothing Special series is my absolute favorite graphic novel series of all time! It is utter perfection. Humor, whimsy, magic, a fast moving and engaging plot, and art work that makes me downright giddy with excitement. Even the little extras in the margins are so darn cute!
A thrilling continuation in the Howl's Castle series. Filled with fun and whimsy, magic and adventure, day dreams that come true, and a happily ever after ending.
When it comes to books, this one is my guilty pleasure. It is my all time favorite book. It has everything that I love: whimsy, magic, intrigue, self-discovery, humor, anthropomorphic houses, and a happily-ever-after ending.
