This was the first entry in the Eight Nightmares collection, and what a nightmare it is, full of visuals and implications that had me peeking over the covers.

Have you ever wondered what a first contact looks like? Not the actual meeting of species, but all of the science, politics, and intrigue behind the scenes?

Deeply immersive urban fantasy adventure from the POV of a dragon shape-shifter assassin who escapes from her home world and finds a new home in the world of humans.

The Ice is a savage adventure brimming with frozen monsters, vengeful demons, bloody sacrifice, and snowy dragons clutching Epheria's hope in their fiery jaws.

Mairead is watching the world burn, what with the countdown, nothing can change it, so she exists, before deciding to live after meeting someone. Care for more?

A fast-paced cyberpunk story featuring John Wick style action, futuristic world building, Italian Mafia and a protagonist who just wants to go on a vacation.

Three kids traumatised by their dads death. One takes up the path of the father, one goes to leadership, and one goes to politics. Care to find out more?

Tan is solidifying a name for herself with her colourful, rich, and magical works. Finishing Immortal has me yet again excited for what we'll see from her next!

Orders of Magnitude is a propulsive journey into the dark heart of an abandoned lunar colony, guided by the rich prose we’ve come to expect from Yuval Kordov.

All in all, Babel by RF Kuang was one of the best books I’ve read in the year 2024, and will be one that sits with me for a good deal of time hereafter.

An exceptional debut blending classic fantasy, gritty realism, and lingering spirits into a captivating tale that marks a stunning start to The Last Ballad.

Classic trope fuelled fantasy fun, with hints of Sir Terry Pratchett’s humorous genius balanced alongside an epic quest and an important moral resolution.

The Forgotten Earth is an unique enemies-to-lovers romance where the beauty of elemental magic meets dark dystopian, in a world where the deadliest commodity is hope.

I was so excited to get into this book and tore through it in no time. The story continues to grow and evolve into something special I cannot get enough of.

In closing the first arc of the series, Sanderson has left me gobsmacked. Wind and Truth is many things: a behemoth, a marathon, a thrill ride…and a triumph.

A modern-day Douglas Adams, Dinniman has written one of the most ridiculously compelling stories that captures our zeitgeist perfectly, and forces you to think!

Perfect if you’re after a fresh yet familiar assassin story with plenty of twists, a revolution, and some gruesome fight scenes with a myriad of blood.

A poignant story of grief, loss, & coming to terms with a loved one’s passing, Blood Brothers Beyond is sure to leave you teary-eyed with a smile on your face.

Echoes of the Arcane is a powerful blend of poetry and dystopian fantasy stories, exploring themes of loss, grief, and societal issues. Each story leaves a lasting emotional impact.

Bittersweet finale of Nik’s adventures where we see our protagonist mage solve a convoluted case while also trying to unravel the secret behind a god’s demise.