A haunting, powerful coming of age that exposes a hidden, disturbing section of Korean history. Lyrical and unflinching, The Stone Home discusses the atrocities committed at government-sanctioned reformatories, but also the fiercely devoted bonds between brothers, mothers and children, new companions bonded by solidarity. It showcases that humans are capable of the most unspeakable cruelty, but also of unparalleled good, and of everything in between. It is a tribute to a mother’s love, her sacrifice, and the ways in which our memories affect the ways that we see the world. It is a look into the impossible choices that we must make in life, for survival, for justice, for closure. This novel, though heartbreaking, also shimmers with hope; it is a call to the forgotten, a whisper on the breeze that we remember, we look for them, to them. Beautifully written, enlightening, and emotionally hard-hitting, The Stone Home is an incredible account of human suffering and human perseverance, of hate and love, of old lives and new, of honoring those absent and finding those lost....more
A fast paced art heist thriller. Snarky, bursting with energy, and paying homage to the cut throat world of priceless art, Hanging the Devil is realitA fast paced art heist thriller. Snarky, bursting with energy, and paying homage to the cut throat world of priceless art, Hanging the Devil is reality defying fight that delivers action from beginning to end. Combining humor with its thrills, this novel would translate well to a screen adaptation, channeling cinematic elements into its characters and their endeavors. Lighthearted and colorful, a journey of crime and justice that affirms that there is always more than what the eyes can see.
Thank you to Poisoned Pen and Tim Maleeny for this ARC of Hanging the Devil. Keep your eyes out for this novel on November 14th! ...more
A beguiling and electric commentary on class, race, and trauma. With sensual and gritty prose, this tale of grief https://instagram.com/p/CpxXJ1yriJV/
A beguiling and electric commentary on class, race, and trauma. With sensual and gritty prose, this tale of grief and control expertly mounts unease and anger, mirroring the stages of grief and transformation with haunting ease. Magnolia’s journey from vulnerable and uncertain, to ensnared in webs of deception and desire, to independent and self assured, is one that readers will quickly become invested in; she is a champion of women who bloom at night, who know the call of the wind in the trees, who are nurturing their wings to soar. An amazingly strong and enchanting debut.
Thank you so much to Goodreads and to Monica Brashears for this ARC, please look for House of Cotton in April 2023!...more
A gruesome and imaginative story collection that explores our nightmares clawing their way to reality. To the point and filled with the urgent voices A gruesome and imaginative story collection that explores our nightmares clawing their way to reality. To the point and filled with the urgent voices of despair, each story is rooted in the ugly things we see daily; gaslighting, bigotry, resentment take a monstrous form. I always love seeing new authors add unique spins on the classic foundation of horror.
Thank you so much to BookSirens and Jesse Nolan Bailey for the ARC of this collection! Please look for this title in stores come October 2022. ...more
A collection of poems that says so much. Beautiful writing filled with heart and solid, longing and love, doubt and dreams. Resonates especially with A collection of poems that says so much. Beautiful writing filled with heart and solid, longing and love, doubt and dreams. Resonates especially with those who love deeply, and think deeper, who are coming to terms with themselves and their worth.
Thank you so much to Book Sirens and A E Bratchford for the ARC of this collection! Please look for the release July 2022....more
An interesting and energetic reimagining of a real life crime fueled by injustice and passion. Fast paced, seductive, and defiant, Jill Dearman tells An interesting and energetic reimagining of a real life crime fueled by injustice and passion. Fast paced, seductive, and defiant, Jill Dearman tells a story of rebelling against societal restraints, and finding security and courage in the love of another. A very rewarding read.
Thank you so much to Book Sirens and Jill Dearman for this ARC of Jazzed, please look for it in July 2022! ...more
An interesting portrayal of vicious politics and ambitions in the French court. The characters are sharp, determined, and genuine, following a windingAn interesting portrayal of vicious politics and ambitions in the French court. The characters are sharp, determined, and genuine, following a winding path of rivalry, betrayal, and aspirations. This is a perfect read for fans of drama, politics, and history, as this closely follows the reign and inner thoughts of a lesser known European queen. I am looking forward to the installment of the series.
Thank you so much to Book Sirens and Kiera J Morgan for this ARC. Please look for this title come June 2022! ...more
A stunning novel told in verse about the freedom and ruin that is absolute dedication to art. Each poem, varying in length, style, and emotion, was coA stunning novel told in verse about the freedom and ruin that is absolute dedication to art. Each poem, varying in length, style, and emotion, was completely captivating and left me wanting more. The verses were so vivid, so filled with heart, and I enjoyed the character arc immensely. Highly recommended.
Than you so much to Book Sirens and Amy Ellis for the ARC!...more
A remarkable account of the strength of art, love, and hope in the face of war. The prose was beautiful, showing the limitlessness of inspiration and A remarkable account of the strength of art, love, and hope in the face of war. The prose was beautiful, showing the limitlessness of inspiration and human connection as clear and bright as paint on a canvas. I also very thoroughly appreciated that this story helped to uplift the voices of a people seldom heard in mainstream media. A haunting and resonating new novel.
Thank you so much to Priscilla Morris and Book Sirens for this ARC. Please read this book, it will stay with you, especially if you have a connection to the arts....more
A unique, gruesome metaphor of resentment, grief, and pain. Vivid and filled with suspense, readers will not only be looking over their shoulders, butA unique, gruesome metaphor of resentment, grief, and pain. Vivid and filled with suspense, readers will not only be looking over their shoulders, but inwards at their own emotions and relationships. Pain and hate so often consume us, our motivations, the people around us, but what an interesting, terrible thing it would be to feed it to something else. This was a compelling read, and a hard-hitting debut. Great for fans of creature features!
Bonus: What a striking cover, it immediately drew my attention.
Thank you to Book Sirens and Kyle Muntz for this ARC, check out this book in July 2022!...more
Firstly, thank you so much to Goodreads, Riverhead Books, and Aamina Ahmad for this ARC giveaway! This book was stunning- gritty, deeply emotional, anFirstly, thank you so much to Goodreads, Riverhead Books, and Aamina Ahmad for this ARC giveaway! This book was stunning- gritty, deeply emotional, and complex. I took my time with this story, appreciating the heart of this novel- how difficult it is to do the right thing, to have those difficult conversations in life. How many consequences we invoke for wanting more, doing more, defending more. The prose is gorgeous and gripping, from begging to end I was hooked on each character and time period. Truly a essential read for history fans, and for those who like film noir! ...more
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