What an incredible opener to a new series. Pick this one up now, you won’t regret it. The characters are compelling, and the plot is gripping from start to finish.

Not quite the literary equivalent of M. Night Shyamalan’s version of Avatar: The Last Airbender but after the wait and so much hype, it is feeling very similar.

If you’re looking for tightly written, excellently choreographed action scenes, look no further. I’m not sure it can be done better than this with 1:1+ fights.

Absolutely hilarious, while also being heart-warming, action-packed, and just plain fun. It’s middle grade madness for the whole family. Also, Roosters!

I kept my expectations low–because dragons–but this has turned out to be my favorite Anthony Ryan book to date. Phenomenal premise in a gripping setting.

Three lives. One a former warrior, one a former thrall, one a former jarl's daughter. Each is tied together, without knowing it. Care to know more about it?

Keeps you guessing as to what’s really going on, who the villains really are, and if certain magic is actually magic or if everyone is high as a kite.

A young kid is the reincarnation of Merlin, cultists want to kill him, whilst his family is caught in the crossfires. Also there’s a dragon. Care to know more?

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Kamaria Trilogy is a powerful conclusion to a great series. It balances high-stakes action with heartfelt sorrow, providing a satisfying resolution.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Prepare to read a quotable, high-concept philosophical fantasy. Delicate prose combines with neo-Socratic & Stoic dialogue, creating a truly captivating world.

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.

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.