Ingo was a special favourite of mine when I was younger. I recently reread it, wanting to recapture that spellbound feeling I had the first time I read it. Dunsmore’s novels have the power to transport the reader, to make them feel as though they’ve entered another world entirely. … More Book Review: Ingo by Helen Dunsmore
Malcolm Hislop’s “A Guide to Medieval Castles” is a brief but comprehensive journey through the architectural marvels that defined an era. In this meticulously researched book, Hislop takes readers on a tour of medieval castles, through their history and how each castle is constructed. … More Book Review: A Guide to Medieval Castles by Malcolm Hislop
“A Short History of Flowers” offers readers an enlightening exploration into the stories that are embedded in the origins of plants. Richmond is a renowned garden historian, and this comes across throughout the book, which is well-researched and utterly absorbing. … More Book Review: A Short History of Flowers by Advolly Richmond
There are so many great releases coming out in 2024, and I can’t wait! Here are some of the January 2024 releases that I’m looking forward to reading! … More New Fantasy for January 2024!
The book has a fascinating premise that immerses the reader in a world of faeries and magic. Feyre’s journey as a human taken into the faerie realm is interesting, and the political intrigue and world-building are commendable. … More Book Review: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas
This is an absolute gem of a novel that truly deserves all the praise it has received. From the first page to the last, this book captivates readers with its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and stunning prose. … More Book Review: The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
Each section is fantastically described, and there were some finds and places I’d never heard of, and rather than bombarding the reader with historical facts and figures and the wider history of a place, each section tells the story (or stories) of the places and objects there, and focuses on that one site or piece. … More Book Review: Secret Britain by Mary-Ann Ochota
After reading this book, I’ll definitely be looking into reading Mark Stay’s other books, particularly his Witches of Woodville books. This book felt as though it was bursting with magic from the first page. Stay’s writing is infused with this sense of magic and wonder throughout … More Book Review: The Holly King by Mark Stay
This book pulled me in from the beginning, to the point where I knew I’d found a new favourite before I was halfway through. Retellings are sometimes a bit hit-and-miss for me, but this is a masterful retelling of Arthurian mythology and the story of Morgan Le Fay. … More Book Review: Morgan Is My Name by Sophie Keetch
An excellent adult fantasy debut. There were twists and turns that I didn’t expect, particularly near the end, and while some of it was predictable at times, it was still a very enjoyable read. I liked the characters – to me, they seemed the right mix of flawed and sympathetic, though I do wish Holly Black had expanded upon some characters a bit more. … More Book Review: Book of Night by Holly Black
The Ink Thief 