This was my 8th Wings of Fire book in three months. That says it all, doesn’t it? Love the audiobooks, love the world, love all the dragon tribes. ItThis was my 8th Wings of Fire book in three months. That says it all, doesn’t it? Love the audiobooks, love the world, love all the dragon tribes. It makes me want to fill a sketchbook with all the different characters. I’m here to stay for whatever Pyrrhia adventure comes next....more
I honestly had no doubt that Laini Taylor would come through with a fantastic follow-up to Strange the Dreamer, my favorite read of the year last yearI honestly had no doubt that Laini Taylor would come through with a fantastic follow-up to Strange the Dreamer, my favorite read of the year last year. Her worlds and words are pure magic, and I bow down to the imagination it takes to weave story like she does. So much emotion, so much complexity, so much unlike-anything-I’ve-read-before. Definitely one of my favorite series of all time, and one I will be revisiting for sure in the future.
Edit: Reread the book in audiobook form almost as soon as I was done finishing it the first time—still amazing, and it’s a series I will revisit again and again and again....more
I finished this a few days ago, and then read/listened to Darkness of Dragons (the 10th WoF book)—definitely recommend that order! I really can’t getI finished this a few days ago, and then read/listened to Darkness of Dragons (the 10th WoF book)—definitely recommend that order! I really can’t get enough of this series and this world and I need more yesterday....more
It's a testament to the series as a whole that the 8th installment can be this good! LOVED this, probably my favorite Wings of Fire book so far--AND TIt's a testament to the series as a whole that the 8th installment can be this good! LOVED this, probably my favorite Wings of Fire book so far--AND THAT ENDING. Can't wait to see what happens next. Note: The audiobooks for this series are excellent!...more
A #GetGraphic Read—I haven’t been this shook by an ending since watching episode five of Attack on Titan. Broaden your horizons and try manga, they saA #GetGraphic Read—I haven’t been this shook by an ending since watching episode five of Attack on Titan. Broaden your horizons and try manga, they said. It’ll be fun, they said....more
A #GetGraphic read—-ALL THE NOSTALGIA. I grew up reading the Babysitters Little Sister books, so the fact that Karen & Andrew and Boo-Boo were featureA #GetGraphic read—-ALL THE NOSTALGIA. I grew up reading the Babysitters Little Sister books, so the fact that Karen & Andrew and Boo-Boo were featured in here brought back warm feelings of my childhood reading experience. I love how colorful and cartoonish Raina Telgemeier’s art style is, and I’ll definitely be continuing with this series. Literally had a grin plastered on my face the entire time, no shame....more
A #GetGraphic read! Female friendship with diverse rep, (GASP! A plus-sized BAMF main character!), witches on a revenge road trip, and all the hilaritA #GetGraphic read! Female friendship with diverse rep, (GASP! A plus-sized BAMF main character!), witches on a revenge road trip, and all the hilarity and hijinks that come with it. I freaking LOVED this, and I so hope there’s more to come in the future, fingers crossed!!...more
Easily one of my favorite reads of the year. Assassin nuns, female friendships, slow-burn worldbuilding, a final book that has an actual publication dEasily one of my favorite reads of the year. Assassin nuns, female friendships, slow-burn worldbuilding, a final book that has an actual publication date (gasp!)--don't sleep on this series! Starting Grey Sister immediately because I need to know what happens next to my precious Nona....more
[3.75 stars] I'm in a darker fantasy mood and this definitely hit the spot! I enjoyed this twist on The Little Mermaid, and also the fact that it's a[3.75 stars] I'm in a darker fantasy mood and this definitely hit the spot! I enjoyed this twist on The Little Mermaid, and also the fact that it's a stand alone fantasy--need more of that in my life. Reading from the POV of such a brutal main character was super refreshing, and I liked the simplicity of the world building overall. I docked some stars because the middle was slow for me, but I inhaled the last 100 pages. Side note: I don't often talk about specific kisses or OTP moments, but there was a scene during the Boss battle that set my soul on fire. Just saying.
Dec 2018 update: Increasing my rating to 4.5 stars because I still can’t stop thinking about this book months later, it’s definitely going to be one of my favorites of the year....more
Devoured this in a day and immediately ordered the sequel. It was definitely a slow burn fantasy for the first 150 pages or so, but the last third morDevoured this in a day and immediately ordered the sequel. It was definitely a slow burn fantasy for the first 150 pages or so, but the last third more than made up for any slowness in my opinion. The brutality of the world is fascinating and the twists kept me turning the pages. That ending though!! If you like YA fantasy and appreciate a strong cast of female characters, give this one a go....more
Read the entirety of this on a flight yesterday—No regrets, this book is wonderful. The depression/anxiety rep is amazing & much-needed, the commentarRead the entirety of this on a flight yesterday—No regrets, this book is wonderful. The depression/anxiety rep is amazing & much-needed, the commentary on fandom & having online relationships is great & overall, it just hits super close to home—-10/10 would recommend....more
This novel was an absolute master class in characterization and emotion, my goodness. The writing is brilliant, and I especially loved all the foreshaThis novel was an absolute master class in characterization and emotion, my goodness. The writing is brilliant, and I especially loved all the foreshadowing that is woven throughout the story. This one is going to stay with me for awhile. All the stars!...more
A #GetGraphic read—Unapologetically brutal and a great portrayal of how ethical lines become blurred during wartime. Why did I let this sit on my shelA #GetGraphic read—Unapologetically brutal and a great portrayal of how ethical lines become blurred during wartime. Why did I let this sit on my shelf for years before finally reading it?...more
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