The fascinating concept of shadow magic was what drew me to this book. Sadly, this concept is not well-developed and is slowly established in a manner that had me confused for most of the story. The lack of tension and suspense generated by the writing style also failed to keep me engaged in the unfolding story. However, I did find the transitions between current and past events very smooth, and I thought these added some much-needed depth to the story.
Mystery
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THE ATLAS SIX by Olivie Blake
The unconventional design is well-suited for the story it represents. It is fascinating, but I do not find it eye-catching (pun intended).
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THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB by Richard Osman
The opening lines effortlessly captured my attention and set the tone for the entire story. I soon found myself engaged and invested in the story because of the subtle humour and clever use of cliffhangers at the end of most chapters. I also enjoyed the multiple points of view as each had a distinct and realistic voice.
JUNE 2022 Monthly Spotlight
Summer is coming!! So, to help get your summer 2022 reading list ready, here are some new releases for you to consider:
MAY 2022 Monthly Spotlight
Do not be dis-MAY-ed! This month may be teasing us with infrequent bursts of sunlight, but we have a lovely selection of new releases to get us through the sunless days. Below are a few releases I cannot wait to get my hands on:
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GOOD RICH PEOPLE by Eliza Jane Brazier
There is something hypnotic and compelling about Eliza Jane Brazier’s writing in this book. Her conversational writing style and the constant atmosphere of unease kept me deeply engaged. I also enjoyed the two alternating points of view (POVs), as it gives readers the whole picture and adds more tension to the story. The contrast between these two narratives is skillfully used to raise interesting points for readers to consider.
MARCH 2022 Monthly Spotlight
This month as we celebrate women worldwide, we challenge you to celebrate the diverse body of incredible female authors making waves in the industry. Why not pick up a book by one of your favourite female authors or even someone you have not tried before? To help get you started, check out the list of new releases by various female authors below:
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AS GOOD AS DEAD by Holly Jackson
Holly Jackson’s writing is just as vivid and striking as ever. The story she weaves is brought to life through the intricate details and creative media elements I have come to expect from this series. However, I was slightly disappointed that this book only has a few media elements compared to previous books since these were one of my favourite things about the series.