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Empire of Silence (Sun Eater #1) by Christopher Ruocchio

empire of silence

3.5 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is the first book in a new, big epic fantasy series. This book is told from the perspective of one main character toward the end of his life, after all of the big events in his life had occurred. The story centers on Hadrian Marlowe, an elite man from the ruling class. He is the presumptive heir to his father’s lands, however his life path doesn’t quite take the route he anticipates. He flees his father’s land and winds up stranded on a strange, harsh, unsophisticated world. Continue reading “Empire of Silence (Sun Eater #1) by Christopher Ruocchio” →

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These Broken Stars (Starbound #1) by Amie Kaufman and Megan Spooner

These broken stars

4 stars

I really enjoyed this book. I’ve read other books from these authors and really enjoyed them, and this book didn’t disappoint. I read it in two days!

Our two main characters are traveling through hyperspace on a luxury spaceliner named Icarus. Lilac is the 16 year old daughter of the richest man in the universe. Her father is overprotective and doesn’t let Lilac go anywhere alone. She has bodyguards with her 24/7 and he actively discourages any boy from showing interest in his daughter. Lilac, never knowing if someone wants to be near her for her money, influence or access to her father, has built up a protective wall around her to keep everyone at a distance. She works hard to project an aura that she is superficial and flighty. Continue reading “These Broken Stars (Starbound #1) by Amie Kaufman and Megan Spooner” →

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Marked (Alex Verus #9) by Benedict Jacka

Marked

4 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I started reading this book before I realized it is book 9 in the Alex Verus book series by the author. I haven’t read any other books in this series, but was still able to follow the storyline and enjoy the book. This was a very good urban fantasy book. It kept my attention and makes me want to go back and read the first books in the series. Continue reading “Marked (Alex Verus #9) by Benedict Jacka” →

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Storm Glass (Harbinger #1) by Jeff Wheeler

storm glass

4 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed the author’s Kingfountain book series, so am really pleased that he’s started another series to savor. The author does a good job of worldbuilding and once again creates interesting characters that the reader can get invested in. Continue reading “Storm Glass (Harbinger #1) by Jeff Wheeler” →

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Citadel: The Concordant Sequence by Matthew S. Cox

Citadel

3.5 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

The first 20-25% of this book was very slow and I almost gave up on it. Fortunately, I stuck with it and was not disappointed. The author provides sufficient world-building, although most of the characters other than Kiera are pretty flimsy. Once the action picked up, the story kept my attention. I was also relieved to discover that this is a stand-alone book with a beginning, middle and end. This is a satisfying find in a genre overloaded with trilogies and multiple-book series. Continue reading “Citadel: The Concordant Sequence by Matthew S. Cox” →

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Obsidio (The Illuminae Files, #3) by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff

Obsidio

4.5 stars

Wow. What a great finish to a really fun series. I loved the first books, Illuminae (The Illuminae Files #1) by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff and Gemina (The Illuminae Files #2) by Aime Kaufman and Jay Kristoff. I was very excited to see how the series concluded, but also sad because I didn’t want it to end. Hopefully these authors will conjure up another exciting series for us to read in the future.

Kady, Ezra, Hanna, and Nik successfully defeated the soldiers sent to jump station Heimdall and were able to escape alive. Instead of being able to relax after a grueling battle, they find themselves with 2,000 refugees on the container ship, Mao. The ship is built for a lot less people and resources are scarce. They decide to go back to Kerenza but don’t know what awaits them there, if anything. Adding to their plight, the adults on Mao dismiss the contributions and abilities of our ragtag team, leaving them angry and frustrated. Continue reading “Obsidio (The Illuminae Files, #3) by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff” →

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Song of Blood & Stone (Earthsinger Chronicles #1) by L. Penelope

song of blood and stone

3.5 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a good first book in this new series. There is minimal worldbuilding, but that’s pretty typical for a YA Fantasy book. The main characters are likeable and earnest. There is plenty of action and the storyline moves along at a decent pace. I recommend reading this book. Continue reading “Song of Blood & Stone (Earthsinger Chronicles #1) by L. Penelope” →

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Nightblade’s Honor (Blades of the Fallen #2) by Ryan Kirk

Nightblade's honor

4 stars

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a great sequel to the first book in the series Nightblade’s Vengeance. The book starts off with a bang and doesn’t slow down. With the kingdom in chaos and on the brink of civil war, the nightblades must choose a side. After the events of the last book, the nightblades are out of favor with the citizens in the Kingdom. Nightblades are considered the enemies of the kingdom, are hunted by the lords and must go into hiding. Continue reading “Nightblade’s Honor (Blades of the Fallen #2) by Ryan Kirk” →

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A Time of Dread (Of Blood and Bone #1) by John Gwynne

A time of dread

4.5 stars

This is another series set in the Banished Lands, but about 100 years after the events in The Faithful and the Fallen book series. Most of the Banished Lands is ruled by the Ben-Elim, the warrior angels that helped fight and banish the Kadoshim. As they conquer ancient kingdoms to extend their rule, the Ben-Elim force humans into submission, promising peace in the land. But peace is fragile and when the Kadoshim are discovered raiding the edges of the empire, panic ensues. Continue reading “A Time of Dread (Of Blood and Bone #1) by John Gwynne” →

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