Told from Bree’s point of view, the rich narrative nicely captures everything she encounters and feels. Her gradual immersion into the secret, magical world alongside ours is perfect for gently establishing the complex world without the dreaded info dump. Not only is the worldbuilding filled with intricate lore, but it also touches on serious themes such as racism and slavery.
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Books coming out in 2023 I am excited for!
The books: Chain of Thorns by Cassandra Clare Happy Place by Emily Henry Immortal Longings by Chloe Gong Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi by S.A. Chakraborty Fake Dates and Mooncakes by Sher Lee Sing Me to Sleep by Gabi Burton Threads That Bind by Kika Hatzopoulou Song of Silver, Flame Like Night by Amélie Wen Zhao Sword Catcher by Cassandra […]
DECEMBER 2022 Monthly Spotlight
‘Tis the season to celebrate our 2022 reading achievements! Whether you have surpassed your reading goals or have not read a single book, there is always something to celebrate. Celebrate the great reads, the books you never finished, the many books added to your To Be Read (TBR) shelf – everything! For more to celebrate, below are some promising new releases to add to your reading challenge or TBR:
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DAISY DARKER by Alice Feeney
Final Rating: 4/5 Date of Completion: 7/10/2022 Cover: 4/5 Despite its simplicity, this cover shares strong ties to the story it represents and nicely conveys the genre. Also, the white and yellow colours of the daisies are striking against the black background, creating an intriguing, dramatic effect. …the secret of having it all is […]
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KING OF FOOLS by Amanda Foody
This design is almost identical to that of the preceding book, Ace of Shades. While there are a few pattern changes, the main difference is in the colour scheme. The striking red colour of the previous design has been replaced with a subtle blue that makes this cover less eye-catching and appealing.
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FAIRY TALE by Stephen King
How pretty is this cover?! The gentle, pastel colours work wonderfully with the simple illustration to create a striking design. I also love that we have Charlie and Radar in the design, even though all we get is their outline.
November 2022 Monthly Spotlight
As the rain falls on the red carpet of leaves outside, it has become even more vital to find a riveting book to sink one’s teeth into. Thankfully, there are lots of delightful new releases coming out this month to keep those dreaded reading slumps at bay. To get you started, here are a few releases that caught my attention:
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MY DARLING HUSBAND by Kimberly Belle
With its dark shadows and red text, this design is perfect for the thrilling story it represents. The pops of red and blue are not only striking but also allude to the suspense and intrigue within the narrative.
