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Book Review: House of Muir (Shadow Twins #2) - Luke Tarzian

Hello! Today I am delighted to be reviewing House of Muir by Luke Tarzian, the second book in the Shadow Twins which is out in the wild today! This book was one of my most anticipated books of 2024, and it more than exceeded that anticipation and is very firmly my favourite book of 2024, it has also been incredibly difficult for me to review because there is no way I can do this book justice in…

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Book Review: New York Minute - Stephen Aryan

Hello! Today I am reviewing New York Minute by Stephen Aryan, a mystery noir novella set in an alternate New York city. This novella packed one hell of a punch, to the point where I immediately went to order a physical copy so I could read it all over again; and is very much one I would love to see continued. Disclaimer – I received a copy in exchange for an honest review, all thoughts are my…

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Don't Let the Forest In - C.G. Draws

Hello! Today I am reviewing Don’t Let the Forest In by C.G. Drews which has been one of my most anticipated books for the last few months, and one that has been stalking my thoughts since I finished it. Book Summary: ‘No one would want a heart like his. But he’d still cut it out and given it away.’On the first day back at boarding school, Andrew can’t wait to find refuge in the twisted fairy…

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Cover Reveal: God Ascended (An Archives of Evelium Tale Book 3) - Jeffrey Speight

Hello! Today I am delighted to be helping with the cover reveal for God Ascended by Jeffrey Speight, the third and final book in the Archives of Evelium trilogy. This is a series that has gone from strength to strength with each book, and I cannot wait for this final installment – and you can check out my thoughts on the first two books here: Paladin Unbound | Mystic Reborn.God Ascended will be…

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Book Review: The Light of Kasaban - Thomas Howard Riley

Hello! Today I am delighted to be reviewing The Light of Kasaban by Thomas Howard Riley, which is part of The Advent Lumina Cycle which is out in the wild today! I haven’t even come close to putting into words everything I love about this story, and I may revisit it once it’s been out awhile and I can fully ramble without spoiling things… Disclaimer – I received a copy in exchange for an honest…

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Cover Reveal: A Dress to Kill For - Tessa Hastjarjanto

Hello! Today I am delighted to be helping with the cover reveal for A Dress to Kill For by Tessa Hastjarjanto a historical horror story that will be out on the 30th September. Newsletter subscribers will receive their free copy on September 28th. Signup is via Tessa’s author site (www.tessahastjarjanto.com) and you can add it on Goodreads and preorder on your preferred site now. Book…

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Book Review: Buddy the Knight and the Queen of Sorrow - Peter David

Hello! Much later than intended, but today I am delighted to be reviewing Buddy the Knight and the Queen of Sorrow by Peter David. Disclaimer – I received a copy in exchange for an honest review, all thoughts are my own. Book Summary: Buddy is no ordinary teddy bear.He’s a Knight, crafted by The Nameless Wizard himself, and sworn to protect his Person, 10-year old Mieya, from all the…

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Cover Reveal: The Witch and His Crow - Ben Alderson

Hello! Today it is my pleasure to be helping with the cover reveal for The Witch and His Crow the first book in The Witch Trials series by Ben Alderson which will be out March 4th 2025 and is available to preorder in all formats now here. Book Summary: ‘Win. Become Grand High. Rule them all.’ My name is Hector Briar, and I live for revenge. It’s been eighteen years since Witch Hunters…

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Cover Reveal: Buddy the Knight and the Queen of Sorrow - Peter David

Hello! Today I am delighted to be helping with the cover reveal for Buddy the Knight and the Queen of Sorrow a new middle-grade fantasy by Peter David; and what a stunning cover it is! Book Summary: Buddy is no ordinary teddy bear. He’s a Knight, crafted by The Nameless Wizard himself, and sworn to protect his Person, 10-year old Mieya, from all the Things-That-Go-Bump-In-The-Night. When…

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Book Review: Unfamiliared - J.E. Hannaford

Hello! Today I am delighted to be reviewing Unfamiliared by J.E. Hannaford, a cozy fantasy novella in a new series, that is out in the wild today!! Disclaimer – I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this novella but all thoughts are my own. Book Summary: After watching all Witchgorn’s familiars disappear through a portal, Eva Eclipse has to face the fact that she has lost all her…

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Cover Reveal: Creature of the Void - Wend Raven

Hello! Later than planned because public transport is a nightmare, but today I am delighted to be helping with the cover reveal for Creature of the Void by Wend Raven. This is the sequel to the SPFBO 9 finalist Master of the Void, and the second in a planned trilogy, and should be out in the wild early fall 2024. Book Summary: “With the defeat of Nightfall, peace has once again returned to the…

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Anime Review: Wind Breaker (Season 1)

Hello! Today I am dipping back into the anime side with a review of a series I binged last week and rewatched this week, and might have become a new obsessions – Wind Breaker. At the moment the first season is out with 13 eps, and season 2 confirmed for 2025. There is also a manga, although not all volumes are available yet in English. Genre: Action Studio: CloverWorks Episodes: 13 (season 2…

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Cover Reveal: The Light of Kasaban - Thomas Howard Riley

Hello! Today I’m helping to reveal the cover for one of my most anticipated books this year – The Light of Kasaban by Thomas Howard Riley. This is part of the Advent Lumina Cycle, and will be unleashed into the wild on the 17th September 2024. You can Pre-order The Light of Kasaban now: Amazon UK | Amazon US Add to Goodreads Or if you would like to sign-up for an ARC you can do so HERE. Book…

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Book Review: In Midnight's Shadow - C.M. Debell

Hello! Today I am bringing you a very belated review for what is a strong contender for one of my top books of 2024, after it’s predecessor was The Many Shades of Midnight was one of my books of the year in 2023. C.M. Debell has well and truly hooked me on this series, and I will forever be glad that she chose to dive back into this world for this collection and for the opportunity to beta read…

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Short Story Review: A Trace of Kex - Jonathan Nevair

Hello! Today I am delighted to be reviewing ‘A Trace of Kex’ by Jonathan Nevair which is available free through Eldritch Summer here. Continue reading Short Story Review: A Trace of Kex – Jonathan Nevair

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Anime: Summer 2024

Hello! It’s the start of the 2024 Summer season for anime, so it’s only fair that I sample some of the new series that are airing. Aside from Fairy Tail 100 Year Quest, I have avoided ongoing series and second seasons that are out this summer (and I am still working my way through shows). Continue reading Anime: Summer 2024

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Blog Update aka. I am FINALLY back