I think Helen Lowe has given us a unique new twist on the old “coming of age” fantasy trope and I can’t wait to see what else she’s going to do with it. Not only that, but now that I know from her website that she’s also a poet, I understand the beautiful imagery of this novel. The language here is gorgeous and unobtrusive.
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Thoughts on the Nook Color
All in all, big thumbs up for this device. This skeptic has been completely sold on the concept. I can’t wait to start moving a big part of my collection from hard copy to digital.
Review: Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter
If you want a peek into the world of an extraordinary, supernatural woman with real flaws, then I’d urge you to give Jane a chance.
Review: The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson
The Way of Kings The Stormlight Archive #1 Written: Brandon Sanderson[website] Published: Tor When: August 31, 2010 ISBN: 978-0765326355 Obtained via: Purchase* (I also won an ARC in a contest, but ended up buying a copy as well.) Cover blurb: Roshar is a world of stone and storms. Uncanny tempests of incredible power sweep across the rocky terrain…
Review: Blameless by Gail Carriger
I have been trying to write this review for a week, but I just haven’t had the time or mental capacity to use phrases like “elegant romp”, “rousing caper” and “holy crap, giant killer mechanical ladybugs!” in a sentence – even though all of those are accurate.