Tell Me Lies by J.P. Pomare This moderately adequate psychological thriller has had me questioning whether or not Audible is capable of putting out good content. Well performed content, yes, but even the producing bells and whistles got in the way of the story. It’s clever that when the narrator is talking to someone else …
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Feb 27
Book Review: A Discovery of Witches
A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness I’d heard about this book, and more to the point, seen in on the bookshelves of people who share my taste, so I was excited to get the audiobook from audible. It’s a huge tome, something like 27 hours to listen to, so it’s a time investment of …
Jan 02
Book Review – The Iron King
The Iron King by Julie Kagawa One can tell by picking up the cover of this book that Iron King will involve a beautiful teen and some hot, probably supernatural boys. Imagine if someone combined Labyrinth with Midsummer Night’s Dream and added some sexy boys. If that sounds good to you, stop reading this review …
Dec 05
Book Review: The Well of Ascension
The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson This novel picks up where the first one left off, with the band of scoundrels who have managed to take over the empire trying to hold onto their victory. Elend Venture has taken over as king, but he’s more of an idealist and a scholar and is having …
Nov 14
Book Review: You
You by Caroline Kepnes This book reminds me most of The Talented Mr. Ripley in that it takes a horrible if charming protagonist and just about gets you to root for him. Other reviewers commented on what a great narrator they found, and I concur. Santino Fontana has a lovely voice and just nails the …