Early on, it is clear to see that Cassandra Clare and co’s side splitting yet emotional collection of tales (from the shadow-hunter academy). This is evident in a scene, where protagonist Simon has begun the physical side of his training; where he is “convinced all gym teachers were actually demons escaped from some hell dimension,... Continue Reading →
*Beware of Spoilers for the Carve the Marks sequel, and The Fates Divide, later on,* The Carve the Mark Duology by Veronica Roth follows her best-selling, Divergent series. It has more of a science fiction drama genre than the dystopia action adventure of Divergent. Carve the Mark and The Fates Divide are set in an... Continue Reading →
Veronica Roth lands on her feet with a spectacular finish, going for the gold, as her debut adult fantasy novel ‘chosen ones’ hits the shelves. Edgy, mysterious and hilariously relatable, the ‘chosen ones’ is a exhilarating courageous joyride through a doubles sided mirror. On one side, the chosen ones have became famously rich saviours, saving... Continue Reading →
Heart warming, charming and hopeful. JoJo Moyes’ short story is a satisfying and optimistic ending for Louisa Clark, the protagonist of Moyes’ ‘Me Before You’ trilogy that left us all crying, laughing and cheering all at once. Readers will love getting an update on Lou’s life, as she navigates the strange new times of the... Continue Reading →
Original, charming and geeky. Ernst Cline's debut novel is a nostalgic yet futuristic joyride through 1980's popculture, and the rising promience of virtual realiety. Readers will love following the heart on their sleeves protagonist, as they embark on a quest to keep the virtual world he loves and to salvage what’s left of his real... Continue Reading →
It seems fate has a sense of humour, Good Omens has turned the apaocalyspe into the funniest tale you'll hear all year. The sacrastic demon Crowley and the stubborn angel Aziraphale band together to find the antichrist and avert the apocalyspe in their haphazard way, much to the reader's immense amusement. This side-splitting tale is... Continue Reading →
The Queen’s Rising duology from Rebecca Ross comes to a satisfying and show stopping conclusion with the Queens Resistance. This contemporary tale of the young graduate Brienna throwing herself in the deep end to ensure the coronation of the rightful magician queen in the fictional Maevana, borders between a tale of political fantasy and self... Continue Reading →
The most intriguing aspect of Death in the Nile is how the reader is fooled into thinking the 'usual suspect' is not the murder. Readers are left giving selects the benefit of the doubt, as the murder begins to grow more complicated. The benefit of the doubt is a well crafted tool, in the hands... Continue Reading →
A true treasure, the Queens Rising by Rebecca Ross weaves a tale of a girl called Brienna whose story is relatable to many, an anxious, kind hearted but resilient girl who's about to graduate and find her way in the outside world. In addition, the queen's rising doesn't follow the typical 'girl defys the king'... Continue Reading →
Everyone knows 'Murder on the Orient Express' is Agatha Christie's most famous novel, but she has many underated masterpieces. One of which gives a fresh perspective on the story of a mysterious dinner party turned dangerous game, with unpredictable moves and players, as no player is willing to put all their 'cards on the table'.... Continue Reading →
the girl and the city of books 