I was left quite disappointed by the pacing of this novel. The hype surrounding this book combined with its intriguing title naturally set the expectations high. Whilst I appreciate the unique narration and dark academia vibe that pours out of the book...I found it overly pretentious and irritating having characters throw lines and lines of … Continue reading Review: If We Were Villains
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Review: The Things We Don’t See
This book by Savannah Brown will always hold a special place in my heart as it was gifted to me by one of my closest friends, who unfortunately resides in Croatia – too far for my heart to handle! I was superglued to this book for all of Sunday, and the pace was perfect for … Continue reading Review: The Things We Don’t See
Review: We Were Liars
I wasn’t particularly a fan of this book so was dangerously close to giving my first one star review; however, the plot twist at the end earned the writer some brownie points. Now let’s dive into my opinions! The writing style wasn’t for me. I found it awfully disjointed at times; the writer would alternate … Continue reading Review: We Were Liars
ARC REVIEW: London Seance Society
Hello! This ARC (advanced reader copy) was kindly gifted to me by Netgalley. And don't worry, ARC reviews will always be spoiler free so no need to run! Initial thoughts I'm a sucker for whodunnit plots, and even more so when the setting is in two countries close to heart - England and France. I … Continue reading ARC REVIEW: London Seance Society
ARC REVIEW: The Bridge to Magic
Hello!I'm back again with another review. And I am so frustrated! (for a good reason) Once again, this ARC (advanced reader copy) was kindly gifted to me by Netgalley. And don't worry, ARC reviews will always be spoiler free so no need to run! And this ladies and gentleman is exactly WHY I'm frustrated - … Continue reading ARC REVIEW: The Bridge to Magic
ARC REVIEW: A Stolen Memory
Hello! I'm back again with another review. I must say however I did make a rookie's error this time and accidentally end up reading the second book out of a series. Nonetheless, I don't think I missed out on anything which hindered my appreciation of the plot and characters; throughout the narration, the past of … Continue reading ARC REVIEW: A Stolen Memory
ARC REVIEW: Death Checked Out
Hello!Guess whose finally read a book after a very dragged out hiatus. Yes - it's me! Please, somebody give me a round of applause! I'm also very excited to say that I'm reviewing my first ARC (advanced reader copy) kindly gifted to me by Netgalley. And don't worry, ARC reviews will always be spoiler free … Continue reading ARC REVIEW: Death Checked Out
book review: the undesirable by david boling
BACKGROUND || This book is a historical novel that relives and educates us about the Boer war from the perspective of a fourteen year old girl. SYNOPSIS || While the vastly outnumbered Boer commandos fight in the field, half a million British soldiers torch a flaming path across the South African veld. As they go, … Continue reading book review: the undesirable by david boling
book review: bloodchild – octavia e. butler
This book left me reeling after finishing it; I found it quite disturbing due to the themes explored by the plotline. It was a shock to the system - I wasn't expecting what unfolded to happen. The genre is sci-fi, which initially made me sceptical as it's not my go to theme. I decided to … Continue reading book review: bloodchild – octavia e. butler
Review: Resurrection
Skulduggery Pleasant: Resurrection Tagline: You can’t keep a dead man down Derek Landy Synopsis: “Omen Darkly,” Skulduggery said. “I realise this is a lot to take in, but we have to know – will you help us save the world? Review: As always the cover art of the latest addition to the Skulduggery Pleasant series … Continue reading Review: Resurrection