‘Defy the Night’ presents an entertaining blend of political intrigue and romance, although the character-driven storyline is fairly simple.
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DRAGON RIDER by Taran Matharu
Despite the slow start, I eventually became captivated by the high tension and action in the second half of ‘Dragon Rider’.
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NEARLY ALL THE MEN IN LAGOS ARE MAD by Damilare Kuku
‘Nearly All the Men in Lagos Are Mad’ was a quick and enjoyable read, with twelve different drama-filled short stories.
June 2024 Monthly Spotlight
Whether you’re in the mood for a light and fun romance or a dark and gripping thriller this summer, the diverse releases this month offer something for every reading mood. Check out the promising picks here for a few that might be worth adding to your summer reading lists:
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THE LAST BLOODCARVER by Vanessa Le
A simple, casual writing style with good prose and details smoothly brings this story to life. I was particularly impressed by the bloodcarving ability of the main character, which was brilliantly presented and explored. However, the worldbuilding felt somewhat thin and underdeveloped, especially since some concepts, like the constabulary, were mentioned but played no role in the story.
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THE FAMILIAR by Leigh Bardugo
The formal, beautiful writing style smoothly establishes an atmospheric world with historical, religious, and magical aspects. Direct foreshadowing is also neatly used to build intrigue and suspense. Sadly, I was underwhelmed by the world-building and magic system, which could have used more depth. The multiple points of view also added little to the story, and the third-person narrative made me feel distanced from the characters.
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WHERE SLEEPING GIRLS LIE by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé
The descriptive writing style is simple yet filled with vivid descriptions that make the narrative eerie and atmospheric. However, the heavy-handed foreshadowing made some of the tension and suspense fall flat for me.
May 2024 Monthly Spotlight
Something about the bursts of sunshine between the Spring showers here in the UK has me craving a fun, cosy read! Thankfully, there are several new releases this month that fit the bill. Here are a few that have caught my eye:
