3.5 out of 5 stars Libba Bray's historical settings are deliciously atmospheric, and the magic in her stories sparkles with dark possibility. Goodreads.com: A Great and Terrible Beauty, by Libba Bray (Gemma Doyle #1) Apparently I read this back in 2008, and gave it the same rating. I have zero recollection of that. Gemma Doyle … Continue reading Review: A Great and Terrible Beauty
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My Favorite Books of 2017
Whew. I read 65 books in 2017! If I could stay awake on the bus during my commute, it would be even more. Before I jump into by TBR list for 2018 (that's a lie, I've already started), here are my favorite books that I read in 2017. Some were published well before this year, … Continue reading My Favorite Books of 2017
Review: Lair of Dreams
4 out of 5 stars A bizarre and intricate near-horror tale, Lair of Dream proves The Diviners flapper-era intrigue can still sparkle in the dark. Goodreads.com: Lair of Dreams, by Libba Bray (The Diviners #2) The best part about The Diviners #1 was the real world it was set against - New York City circa Prohibition, … Continue reading Review: Lair of Dreams
Review: The Diviners
4.5 out of 5 stars Everything about The Diviners is brilliantly played, from the dark, ugly mystery to the hidden magic to the glittering 1920's setting. Goodreads: The Diviners, by Libba Bray (The Diviners #1) I've said before that I don't have much use for magic in the "normal" world; I prefer my supernatural powers in … Continue reading Review: The Diviners