Let me begin by saying that I received an ARC of this book from Random House in exchange for my review. And it was a hard copy! I love that. I was so pleased to actually receive pages with a cover instead of the usual e-book. And that
Lights in the darkness of a new Britain
In AD 410, Aquila is a Roman soldier, born and stationed in Britain – a Britain which has been irrevocably influenced by its tumultous relationship with its Roman conquerors, and which is being ravaged by invading Saxons. When the Romans retreat from Britain, Aquila is forced to choose between his loyalties: between his family, especially his beloved sister Flavia, and the influence of Rome, which he sees as the last bastion of light in a darkening world. In Ambrosius Aurelianus, who leads the fight against […]
The Unwritten, Volumes 4-7: Leviathan to The Wound
I read all four of the trade paperbacks in a row, and I hate to spoil them for anyone looking to read the series. However – I really liked them, as always. The stories are dense and complex, the art is consistently well done, and I can’t quite see how it will all end.
Mama Day
Mama Day is a book that has two stories that eventually connect.
The Red Tent
Quick Synopsis: The untold story of the Biblical Dinah, daughter of Jacob and sister of Joseph Quick Review: A gorgeous feminine-centered book, recommended for anyone interested feminine narrative, Biblical history, or just good storytelling Read the Full Review
Snobbery and Materialism: The Kardashians but with more money
Rachel and Nick are professors in New York City who have been dating for about two years. When Nick invites Rachel to spend the summer with him in Singapore, she’s excited to meet Nick’s family and learn more about where he grew up. What she doesn’t know is that Nick is from one of the richest, most powerful Asian families in the world. In the materialistic world of “crazy rich Asians,” Nick is one of the most sought after bachelors and his every move is […]