Tag Archives: fantasy
The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake
This was such an interesting book that left you thinking long after you finished reading. It is a good example of magical realism; the fantastic happens in a mundane sort of way. Continue reading
The Princess and the Frog
The story is an imaginative retelling of the frog princess fairy tale in which a princess kisses a frog thereby freeing him from a curse he was under and returning him to his original form. I did not like this movie and I would not recommend it for kids. Continue reading
The Lace Reader
The Lace Reader by Brunonia Barry is an uneven novel in which the first three quarters of the book limp slowly by until the end. The last pages build up suspense and the twist at the end causes you to reread the book with new eyes. Continue reading
His Majesty’s Dragon
His Majesty’s Dragon by Naomi Novik is an exciting book that reinvigorates dragon/adventure books. It explores common fantasy tropes such as dragons as bonded partners, coming of age, and honor. It is also a delightful mix of historical fiction, alternative history, and naval adventures. Continue reading
Fablehaven
Fablehaven by Brandon Mull is the first in a series of fantasy books aimed towards kids. I didn’t like this book, and I don’t think I’ll look for other books in the series. Continue reading
Mistwood
Mistwood by Leah Cypess is a young adult fantasy novel. I recommend this story to anyone who enjoys a fantasy. It should also appeal to readers who like historical fiction and are not averse to the paranormal. Continue reading
The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner
The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner is pretty good. It is written from the point of view of one of the newborn vampires created by an enemy of Edward and Bella in the third book, Eclipse. She is a loner who doesn’t trust the other vampires that she’s running with. Continue reading
Wizard’s Daughter
Catherine Coulter is a best-selling author. She has dozens of FBI thrillers and historical romances under her belt, and devoted fans across the world. So why did she publish this poorly written excuse of a book? Continue reading
Magic Thief
The Magic Thief by Sarah Prineas is a fantastic coming of age story twisted together with ribbons of magic and mystery. Continue reading
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