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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic by Leigh Bardugo Book Review


By: Leigh Bardugo
Illustrations by: Sara Kipin 
Published By: Imprint / McMillian
Released on: 26th Sept 2017
Purchase from: Amazon B&N
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Rating: 5 stars
Source: own book

Love speaks in flowers. Truth requires thorns.
Travel to a world of dark bargains struck by moonlight, of haunted towns and hungry woods, of talking beasts and gingerbread golems, where a young mermaid's voice can summon deadly storms and where a river might do a lovestruck boy's bidding but only for a terrible price.
Inspired by myth, fairy tale, and folklore, no. 1 New York Times-bestselling author Leigh Bardugo has crafted a deliciously atmospheric collection of short stories filled with betrayals, revenge, sacrifice, and love.
Perfect for new readers and dedicated fans of the Grishaverse.

After discovering Leigh Barugo's Grisha world last year when Crooked Kingdom was released, I have been a huge fan of her writing of this world ever since. I devoured both of her Grisha series in a short space of time and was very excited to hear we would have more from this world. The fairytales and folklore in this series of short stories are a perfect addition to the Grisha world. But you don't have to have read any of the other books to still enjoy these stories.

I wish I had this to read to my children (now older teens) when they were younger. I think this would be a great book to read to middle grade aged children who have almost grown out of being read to out loud. With nods to Hans Christian Anderson and Aslops Fabels but with a slightly more darker or maybe more realistic twist, I never seemed to see the end coming of each tale. Something I think readers will really enjoy. A beautiful book with beautiful illistrations as well that really add to the story.

I enjoyed each story individually as much as I enjoyed the whole book. Sometimes short stories are good for busy lifes and also for reluctant readers. I liked how even though each story was set in the Grisha world, each story was very different. I especially liked the strong female characters represented and how the girls didnt always require a man to save the day.

THE GENESIS FLAME by Ryan Dalton / Cover Reveal & Giveaway #TheGensisFlame

Hello and welcome to today's cover reveal! I'm thrilled to team up with North Star / Jolly Fish press to share the cover for Ryan Dalton's third book in the Time Shift Trilogy, THE GENESIS FLAME! Along with today's cover reveal, is a giveaway! Be sure to check it out at the end of this post. Now, 

CHECK OUT THIS COVER!


That is a seriously awesome looking flame on the cover. I'd definitely pick up the book based on the cover. Does this cover have you wanting to know what's going on? I've not read this series, but based on the cover and title alone, I'm totally intrigued by this book. What do you think of the cover?

RYAN'S THOUGHTS ON THE COVER

It was early morning, not long ago, when I rolled out of bed and groggily picked up my phone. A morning like any other. Half-asleep fingers tapped a familiar pattern on the screen, running on habit and muscle memory. Then I opened my email . . . and there it was. It hit me right between the eyes, dramatic and evocative and dangerous. Exactly what I'd been hoping for, and more.
My trilogy is a series of time travel mysteries, but each book also has an underlying elemental theme that ties in with the story. For THE YEAR OF LIGHTNING, it was of course lightning and suspiciously powerful storms. For THE BLACK TEMPEST, it was ice that didn't behave like ice should. Now for THE GENESIS FLAME the elemental theme is, not normal fire, but the unnatural fire that occurs when Time itself is destroyed. 

My awesome partners at North Star have managed to outdo themselves with every cover in the Time Shift Trilogy, and this final cover is no different. I'm excited and proud to share it with you now.


ABOUT THE BOOK

By: Ryan Dalton
Published by: North Star / Jolly Fish Press
To Be Released on: April 24th, 2018
Pre-Order from: Amazon 
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The timeline is burning. No one knows why.

Teenage twins Malcolm and Valentine Gilbert have defeated doomsday machines, ice monsters, and time-traveling supervillains. Yet their full potential remains out of reach. The Chrona is elusive, and without her guidance they struggle to grow in their abilities and to choose the course of their lives.

When an enemy invades from the future, he brands the twins as war criminals. Amidst a war between ages, the twins must uncover the real truth about themselves, their accuser, and the secrets that brought him to their town. At all costs, they must unlock their true power before the enemy breaks the timeline completely. If they fail, it could mean the end of Time itself.


OTHER BOOKS IN THE SERIES




ABOUT THE AUTHOR


When he's not wearing a cape and fighting crime, Ryan Dalton sits in his awesome red captain's chair and thinks up fun stories to share with the world. A lifelong geek, a trained stage vocalist, and a pretty decent amateur chef, he knew at the age of ten that he would one day take over the world publish novels to stir the heart and spark the imagination. And then take over the world. Yep, definitely just the heart and imagination thing. Ryan lives in an invisible spaceship that is currently hovering above Phoenix, Arizona.

Connect with Ryan online: Website| Twitter | Facebook


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RETRIBUTION RAILS by Erin Bowman / Waiting On Wednesday #RetributionRails


By: Erin Bowman
Published by: HMH Books for Young Readers 
To Be Released on: November 7th, 2017
Series: Vengeance Road #2
Pre-Order from: Amazon | B&N
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REDEMPTION IS NEVER FREE

When Reece Murphy is forcibly dragged into the Rose Riders gang  because of a mysterious gold coin in his possession, he vows to find the man who gave him the piece and turn him over to the gang in exchange for freedom. Never does he expect a lead to come from an aspiring female journalist. But when Reece's path crosses with Charlotte Vaughn after a botched train robbery and she mentions a promising rumor about a gunslinger from Prescott, it becomes apparent that she will be his ticket to freedom—or a noose. As the two manipulate each other for their own ends, past secrets are unearthed, reviving a decade-old quest for revenge that may be impossible to settle.

In this thrilling companion to Vengeance Road, dangerous alliances are formed, old friends meet new enemies, and the West is wilder than ever.


I can not wait for this book to be out! Vengeance Road was one of all time favorite reads the year it was out, and this sequel is one I've been waiting to get my hands on for sometime now. I absolutely LOVE this cover too! I'm looking forward to reading this book when it's out in two weeks. I've had it pre-ordered for what feels like forever now. What book are you waiting to get your hands on?

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