Shadow and Bone (Grisha Trilogy (Shadow and Bone)) My review: 4.5 of 5 stars Have you ever wrapped a present for someone, hidden it away, and then found it months later? A few days ago, I found this book and its sequel wrapped for my daughter's birthday which was two months ago. It just so happened that she was home for a visit, so I brought out my copy in order to read … [Read more...] about Book Review: Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
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Young Adult Adventure Book Review: Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser
Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser My review: 5 of 5 stars Song of the Current swept me away immediately with adventure and excitement. Tolcser's careful attention to detail made her created world come alive. With a savvy and plucky heroine to lead the adventure, Song of the Current was often amusing as well. I thoroughly enjoyed this romp down the river. Recommended … [Read more...] about Young Adult Adventure Book Review: Song of the Current by Sarah Tolcser
Fantasy Romance Book Review: Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) by Maxym M. Martineau
Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) My review: 5 of 5 stars Kingdom of Exiles magically blends fantasy, romance, adventure and mystery to create a page-turning story. In this case, you CAN judge a book by its beautiful cover art. With complex and compelling characters and their many secrets, Kingdom of Exiles makes the reader want to keep peeling back the layers … [Read more...] about Fantasy Romance Book Review: Kingdom of Exiles (The Beast Charmer Book 1) by Maxym M. Martineau
Christian Memoir Book Review: Midwife of Borneo by Wendy Grey Rogerson and Barbara Fox @SPCKPublishing
Midwife of Borneo My review: 4.5 of 5 stars Midwife of Borneo is a fascinating memoir with an immediate and persistent sense of adventure. Rogerson recounts captivating stories about the trials, tribulations, dangers, and joys of missionary work. Fox helped Rogerson create a narrative from the extensive journal entries and letters that Rogerson wrote, giving each … [Read more...] about Christian Memoir Book Review: Midwife of Borneo by Wendy Grey Rogerson and Barbara Fox @SPCKPublishing
YA Book Review: Nil by Lynne Matson (Book 1 of 3 Book Series)
Nil by Lynne Matson My review: 4 of 5 stars Adventurous and suspenseful from the start, I was instantly hooked. Unfortunately, the pace soon slowed to a crawl, and I had a hard time sticking with it. But the premise of someone mysteriously snatched one minute and waking up alone on an unfamiliar island the next was interesting enough that I really wanted to stick it out. … [Read more...] about YA Book Review: Nil by Lynne Matson (Book 1 of 3 Book Series)