
Review: Small Gods by Terry Pratchett
Small Gods is brilliant, funny, charming, and an absolute blast to read. If you’re looking for a great entry point for Discworld, this is the one for you.
Review: Fogbound by N.J. Alexander
A pretty solid debut with a multi-POV setup, numerous sub-plots, impressive world building, enjoyable travel/journey element, and a nasty villain on show.
Review: The Nameless Restaurant by Tao Wong
The Nameless Restaurant feels like a mashup of the richness of a Studio Ghibli film and the food passion of Food Wars. It’s just an all around cozy read.
Review: Soul Cage by L.R. Schulz
Deeply thought-provoking, engrossing right from the start, with one of my favorite magic systems in quite some time. This is gonna be a series to watch out for.
Review: At the Threshold of the Universe by T. A. Bruno
The Kamaria Trilogy is a powerful conclusion to a great series. It balances high-stakes action with heartfelt sorrow, providing a satisfying resolution.
Review: A Princess of Oldir by Bryan Wilson
Can you break an already broken TBR? A prime example of political intrigue done right, A Princess of Oldir is a rewarding entrée for The Power of the Stars.
Review: The Sunset Sovereign by Laura Huie
Huie does an excellent job, a pretty unique one, of balancing the dragon's grandeur with moments of pettiness and humor, making him an endearing character.
Review: The Bartender Between Worlds by Herman Steuernagel
A sweet blend of cozy cocktails and multiverses with a dash of friendship served warm. Steuernagel’s mixology-based magic system is one you don’t want to miss.
Review: Delta by M.T. Zimny
Delta cranks up the intensity to eleven, setting up 'Epsilon' for a gripping finale. With beloved characters and shocking twists, it's an emotional roller coaster.
Review: The Genesis of Change by Livia J. Elliot
Prepare to read a quotable, high-concept philosophical fantasy. Delicate prose combines with neo-Socratic & Stoic dialogue, creating a truly captivating world.
Review: Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson
Gardens of the Moon is an incredibly satisfying read that pulls you right in with its impressive worldbuilding, and keeps you there with its intrigue and drama.
Review: The Blood That Burns the Winter Snow by Ryan Cahill
The Blood That Burns the Winter Snow is proof enough that Ryan Cahill is a master of his craft who can make his shortest works rise just as high as his longest.
Review: Euphrates Vanished by Leon Stevens
‘Euphrates Vanished’ is a short engaging read that offers an opportunity to reset your emotional odometer while contemplating that next big chonky tome.
Review: The Grandmaster's Gamble by Paul G. Zareith
Norman’s a smart kid - Too smart, sometimes. His genius comes back to haunt him after a disastrous trip to an unknown planet goes wrong. Care to know more?
Review: Vesselless by Cortney L. Winn
Vesslless is touted as Fourth Wing meets the Serpent & the Wings of Night & it one hundred percent delivers. Romantasy readers this is your next five-star read!
Review: Exodus: The Archimedes Engine by Peter F. Hamilton
Peter Hamilton’s latest space opera is epic, covering millennia and an entire galaxy, and with an enormous cast, it’s like Wagner’s Ring cycle but set in space.
Review: Three Kinds of Lucky by Kim Harrison
Three Kinds of Lucky is a twisty urban fantasy set in Arizona where we follow a magical trash collector who discovers her own hidden talents.
Review: Fathomfolk by Eliza Chan
This was a solid debut and I look forward to seeing what Eliza brings going forward.So, welcome to Tiankawi, a semi-submerged city of humans and Fathomfolk!
Review: The Land of the Living and the Dead by Shauna Lawless
If I rated this book in sobs, it would be 5/5 sobs. The Land of the Living and the Dead has cemented Gael Song as one, if not no.1, of my favourite series.
Review: Wistful Ascending by JCM Berne
A superhero story, but better. Full of action, death, and high stakes but just as full of nuance, heart, and an emotional depth you don’t get from Marvel.