Reading and writing in Melbourne.
After seeing quite a few of his books floating around, this is the first Adam Silvera novel I have read. It feels like an interesting choice to start with his first fantasy novel since I know he generally writes contemporary romance, but Infinity Son felt more aligned with what I usually like to read. I... Continue Reading →
I completely loved this book. Ottilie Colter And The Narroway Hunt found me at the perfect time when all I was craving was a great middle-grade series with awesome characters and a brilliant world. This book was all that, not to mention the super fun plot and thoughtful examination of gender and performance perfectly suited... Continue Reading →
Neverland took me by surprise. I asked for this book last Christmas and only just popped it to the top of my TBR pile. I decided not to re-read the blurb and just jumped straight in, eager to see what hid beneath the glossy shiny cover. It was not at all what I was expecting... Continue Reading →
My latest Neil Gaiman binge started with Good Omens and has now lead me to a re-read of Stardust. Stardust is one of my favourite fantasy books. It captures everything I love about fantasy - the magic, adventure and otherworldly beings - without the things that I sometimes don’t enjoy about fantasy - too much... Continue Reading →
There aren’t many things that can be said about Good Omens that haven’t already been said plenty of times over. I was one of those basic people who picked this book up after watching the recent TV adaptation. My local library went from holding 4 copies to 10 copies (with more on order) to compensate... Continue Reading →
A Winter’s Promise is Jane Eyre meets Stardust meets The Night Circus. This book jumped off the shelf and into my arms because of its beautiful cover. The illustration is so detailed and atmospheric that it instantly sets the tone of the book. Dabos’ world is exceptional. The details and lore have been carefully conjured... Continue Reading →
The Very Hungry Thesaurus 