Dark Rise by C.S. Pacat
This was one of my favorite books that I read last year! The story is set in a fantasy world and features a twist on the the "Dark vs Light" trope. The sequel is coming out this winter, so it's…
The Fifth Season by N. K. Jemisin
Welcome to Stillness, a land devastated by disaster and whose people are no strangers to struggle. Essun, a woman with a secret power that must remain hidden, traverses this wasteland as she attempts to rescue her kidnapped daughter. N.K. Jemisin…
Burden of Proof by Davis Bunn
I don't read a lot of fantasy, but to travel back in time and be able to fix regrets was very interesting. Easy to read and very enjoyable. Borrow Burden of Proof: Book | Large Print Book | eBook (OverDrive) |…
Constant Rabbit by Jasper Fforde
A freak incident has made various animals "human like". This includes rabbits which now do a lot of the jobs such as waitressing, call center operators and agriculture. When a man who works for a government agency that keeps track…
The Book of Speculation by Erika Swyler
Simon is a research librarian who is frantically searching for the reason all the women in his family die young. All he has left are his sister and a mysterious book he received in the mail which may hold the…
The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker
There is something for everyone in The Golem and the Jinni by Helene Wecker. This captivating novel combines Yiddish and Middle Eastern folklore into Historical Fiction with a a magical element and a sweet love story. It sounds crazy, but…
The Last Smile in Sunder City by Luke Arnold
The Last Smile in Sunder City by Luke Arnold is a wonderfully complex book and the audiobook is narrated quite well by the author. It's a mix of noir and urban fantasy that shows a muti-leveled world through the flawed…
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
Schwab's writing is lush and descriptive. The detail never felt unnecessary but heightens the emotions of the scenes. The prose is not to be rushed through. The languid pacing provides an opportunity to immerse yourself in the world and relish…
The City of Brass by S. A Chakraborty
With well developed characters and amazing world building, this book comes alive as you read it. The characters take an epic journey which reminded me a bit of Lord of the Rings, but combined with Arabian Nights. It's a fascinating…
Hotel Dare by Terry Blas
This book has everything you could want: Spanish language and culture, beautiful artwork, family bones, and travel between worlds. Check out Hotel Dare here.