This book was initially recommended to me by my wonderful partner who is writing her own middle grade novel. Now as my previous reviews as well as the book I’ve written show, I normally write and read Young Adult fantasy and science fiction novels so I wasn’t sure if I’d love this book as much … Continue reading Book Review : The Blackthorn Key by Kevin Sands
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Book Review : Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo
Typically when I finish reading an amazing book, there’s an apprehension that fills me when I hear of a sequel. Many might hear of a sequel and be overjoyed to learn that the story continues, but there have been many that end horribly so. Thankfully Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo turned out to be an … Continue reading Book Review : Crooked Kingdom by Leigh Bardugo
Book Review : Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson
For a long time I studied different methods of writing, storytelling and character development before I published my first book. A lot of what I learned came from lectures and advice Brandon Sanderson has posted on YouTube. I highly recommend that anyone learning to write look up these videos as they are eye opening for … Continue reading Book Review : Steelheart by Brandon Sanderson
Book Review : Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
YA Tropes are becoming more common to anyone familiar with the genre. There’s the grumpy loner, the badass girl hiding her feelings, the pretty girl with a hidden nature, and a misunderstood tough guy with a soft heart. However just because a trope is a trope, there’s nothing wrong with it so long as it’s … Continue reading Book Review : Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
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