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Book Review: Dominion (The Molly Stout Adventures #1) by Shane Arbuthnott
Media Type: Ebook (ARC) Title: Dominion * Series: The Molly Stout Adventures #1 Author: Shane Arbuthnott Publisher: Orca Book Publishers Pages: Paperback; 312 Release Date: March 27, 2018 Source: Publisher / NetGalley ——————————————————– Content Screening: Nothing of note. HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who love fantastical adventures with amazingly rendered characters. Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N Molly grew up hearing the tales of Haviland Stout, her ancestor who discovered the dangerous magical spirits that inhabit the far corners of the world. Now, on the edge of the New World, in the…
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Book Review: Hiddensee: A Tale of the Once and Future Nutcracker by Gregory Maguire
Media Type: Print Book Title: Hiddensee: A Tale of the Once and Future Nutcracker Author: Gregory Maguire Publisher: William Morrow Pages: Hardcover; 304 Release Date: October 31, 2017 Source: Publisher / TLC Book Tours —————————————————- Genre: Fairy Tales / Retellings / Fantasy HDB Rating: 3 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy Maguire’s magical way of writing, and fairy tale adaptations. Add it on: HarperCollins | Amazon | Barnes & Noble From the author of the beloved #1 New York Times bestseller Wicked, the magical story of a toymaker, a nutcracker, and a legend remade . . .Gregory Maguire…
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Cover Reveal: Revolutions (Pendomus #3) by Carissa Andrews
Another Monday has arrived, bookish friends. Here’s hoping that it’s been a good one for you so far! I’m happy to share the latest book in Carissa Andrews’ series. Yes, it’s cover reveal time! Book 3 of the Pendomus series is here! Revolutions is the third and final conclusion of the Pendomus Chronicles Series. To see where it all began, be sure to check out Carissa’s first novel, Pendomus: Book 1 of the Pendomus Chronicles.As the timelines of Pendomus fray, one girl born with power has the ability to set things right. Forcing her way into Videus’ vassalage may be…
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Book Review: Hex Hall (Hex Hall #1) by Rachel Hawkins
Media Type: Audio Book Title: Hex Hall *Series: Hex Hall #1 Author: Rachel Hawkins Publisher: Tantor Audio Run Time: 7 hours 11 minutes Release Date: June 29, 2012 Source: Library ————————————— Content Screening: Mild Violence HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy paranormal reads that are on the lighter side. Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N Three years ago, Sophie Mercer discovered that she was a witch. It’s gotten her into a few scrapes. Her non-gifted mother has been as supportive as possible, consulting Sophie’s estranged father—an elusive European warlock—only when necessary.…
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Book Review: A Merchant in Oria by David Wiley
Media Type: Ebook Title: A Merchant In Oria Author: David Wiley Publisher: OWS Ink, LLC. Pages: Kindle; 42 Release Date: April 27, 2017 Source: Author —————————————– Genre: Fantasy HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who are looking for novella length Fantasy that is very well done! Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon Firion is a young merchant descended from generations of merchants. His first big break comes along when he sets out to trade with the wealthy dwarven kingdom of Oria. He has always dreamed of visiting this grand kingdom, having heard his father describe it…
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Book Review: American Gods by Neil Gaiman
Media Type: Print Book Title: American Gods *Series: American Gods #1 Author: Neil Gaiman Publisher: William Morrow Paperbacks Pages: Paperback; TV Tie-In; 792 Release Date: March 28, 2017 Source: HarperCollins / TLC Book Tours ————————————————— Genre: Urban Fantasy / Fantasy HDB Rating: 5 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who love rich, deep stories with mythology to spare. Fans of Gaiman! Add it on: Goodreads | HarperCollins | Amazon | B&N First published in 2001, here is the New York Times bestselling novel that became an instant classic and was hailed by USA Today as “a powerful, searing force…
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Cover Reveal: Ever After by Aya Ling
Happy Sunday my lovely bookworms, and for all the Mother’s out there in bookland, Happy Mother’s Day as well! To celebrate this fabulous day, what more could you want than this stunning gem. Ever After would be a wonderful addition to your TBR list! Ever After Aya Ling (Unfinished Fairy Tale Series, #3) Publication date: May 20th 2017 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Kat has survived. She returns to Athelia as herself, Katherine Wilson. Edward, elated at learning she is alive, vows to bring her back to the palace. The obstacles, however, seem impossible to overcome. Marriage between a royal and…
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Book Review: The Redemption of Brian O’Connor by N.H. Roncolato
Media Type: Ebook Title: The Redemption of Brian O’Connor Author: N.H. Roncolato Publisher: Self-Published Pages: Kindle; 460 Release Date: December 22, 2016 Source: Author —————————————————– Genre: Fantasy HDB Rating: 4 Keys To My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy Fantasy with that focuses on war time and the way it affects the people. Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon The lands of Northern Caltus are consumed by war; a war that has raged for three bloody decades. The expansionist aggression of the Empire of Elriol is only countered by the defiance of the young khan of the Korghum Khanate, and…
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Book Blitz + Giveaway: Flames of Rebellion by Jay Allan
Flames of Rebellion Jay Allan (Flames of Rebellion, #1) Published by: HarperVoyager Publication date: March 21st 2017 Genres: Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction A group of rebels fighting for independence sows the seeds of revolution across the galaxy in this blockbuster military sci-fi adventure from the author of the Crimson Worlds and Far Stars series.The planet Haven slides closer to revolution against its parent nation, Federal America. Everett Wells, the fair-minded planetary governor, has tried to create a peaceful resolution, but his failure has caused the government to send Asha Stanton, a ruthless federal operative, to quell the insurgency.Wells quickly realizes…
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Book Review: Merrow by Ananda Braxton-Smith
Media Type: Ebook Title: Merrow Author: Ananda Braxton-Smith Publisher: Candlewick Press Pages: Hardcover; 240 Release Date: November 8, 2016 Source: NetGalley ——————————————– Content Screening: Nothing of note. HDB Rating: 3 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who like stories with a folktale feel and a lot of internal storytelling. Add it on: Goodreads | Amazon | B&N In this breathless and beautifully crafted tale, twelve-year-old Neen Marrey must separate town gossip from town lore to learn the truth about her mother—and herself. The people of Carrick Island have been whispering behind Neen’s back ever since her father drowned and…