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The Order of the Pure Moon Reflected in Water
Gimme more. I want more. In her wuxia fantasy novella, The Order of the Pure Moon Reflected in Water, Zen Cho tells the entertaining tale of Guet Imm, a young Asian votary who joins a band of thieves to protect a sacred religious artifact. What’s wuxia fantasy?...
His & Hers
I was wrong. I was wrong. I. Was. Wrong. Like ten different times. Alice Feeney’s His & Hers is quite the thriller whodunit. It had me zigging. And zagging. Constantly. Never have red herrings caused me to point my finger at so many suspects, assured of their...
Dawnshard (The Stormlight Archive, #3.5)
Aahh. It feels great to be back in Roshar – even for just a quick trip. Dawnshard is a short, highly-entertaining novella in Brandon Sanderson’s epic fantasy series, The Stormlight Archive. Set between Oathbringer and Rhythm of War, the story stars the...
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I’m Melissa.
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With each review I write, I strive to help you find your next great read. I will give you the rundown – the good, the bad, and the ugly — on the hottest new releases in fiction and other familiar favorites.
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- LGBTQ+
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