Tag Archive for: Fantasy

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Heartless Hunter

Heartless HunterTitle: Heartless Hunter
Author: Kristen Ciccarelli
Series: Crimson Moth #1
Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult
Spice: 2 / 5
Format: Audio
Pages: 406
Length: 12h 8m
Narrator: Grace Gray
Reason Read: Book of the Month
Rating:

Also in this series: Rebel Witch
My Thoughts

That ending! Holy crap! I’m so glad I waited until the sequel was already published because I need to read it now!

HEARTLESS HUNTER was a fun slow-burn romantasy with lots of political intrigue, a somewhat dystopian society, and interesting characters. I really enjoyed the story and I’m so curious how it’s all going to end.

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The Wild Huntress

The Wild HuntressTitle: The Wild Huntress
Author: Emily Lloyd-Jones
Genre: Fantasy, Young Adult
Format: Audio
Pages: 432
Length: 11h 49m
Narrator: Moira Quirk
Reason Read: Book of the Month
Rating:

My Thoughts

THE WILD HUNTRESS was awesome. I loved the story and the characters so much, especially Palug. He reminded me of my cats, Cassie and Izzy. (I’m so glad the dedication let me know he survives so I didn’t have to worry about him.) I also loved the mythology. The author’s twist on the Welsh folklore was so intriguing and the magical elements were fun to read and experience. I also really enjoyed listening to the audiobook. As an American not accustomed to Celtic languages, it was awesome to hear all the correct pronunciations of the Welsh words and names. My only hangup is that I wish the last chapter didn’t feel as rushed as it did. I would’ve preferred an epilogue instead of an overview of future happenings.

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Our Infinite Fates

Our Infinite FatesTitle: Our Infinite Fates
Author: Laura Steven
Genre: Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Young Adult, Romance
Spice: 2 / 5
Format: Audio
Pages: 343
Length: 11h 12m
Narrator: Sofia Oxenham
Reason Read: Book of the Month
Rating:

My Thoughts

OUR INFINITE FATES is a star-crossed lovers romance about love, loss, betrayal, and forgiveness. It was such an enjoyable story to read. The concept is such a unique idea and different from anything I’ve read before. I loved the concept and I loved Evelyn and Arden and all their personas. I loved Evelyn and Arden, their connection, chemistry, and love. I loved each of their iterations. I thought it was interesting that they could reincarnate as a different gender. 

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The Haunting Of Paynes Hollow

The Haunting Of Paynes HollowTitle: The Haunting of Paynes Hollow
Author: Kelley Armstrong
Genre: Fantasy, Horror
Format: Audio
Pages: 320
Length: 9h 24m
Narrator: E.J. Lavery
Reason Read: Book of the Month
Rating:

My Thoughts

Wow! I’m so glad I chose THE HAUNTING OF PAYNES HOLLOW as my October Book of the Month pick. It was so much fun! I loved the callback to Sleepy Hollow and the Headless Horseman. I loved the setting, the supernatural legends, the characters, and the big reveal at the end! When I wasn’t reading, I couldn’t wait to get back to the story. I’ll definitely be looking up more books by Kelley Armstrong.

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Play Nice

Play NiceTitle: Play Nice
Author: Rachel Harrison
Genre: Fantasy, Horror
Format: Audio
Pages: 336
Length: 10h 18m
Narrator: Alex Finke, Natasha Soudek
Reason Read: Just Because
Rating:

My Thoughts

I’m so glad I decided to read PLAY NICE during the “spookiest” month of the year. It was a such a fun take on the haunted house trope. I loved the depth to the story, facing and conquering metaphorical and real demons. Even though Clio seems really selfish and a little bit narcissistic at the beginning, I loved her character arc. I also loved her tenacity and drive to find the truth. I also loved the little bit of romance between her a certain handsome neighbor. My only complaint is that I wanted a less vague ending in regard to Clio and her relationships.