Symbiote is a ride and I was there every terrifying step of the way. Described as Contagion meets The Walking Dead I knew this was going to be something I really enjoyed, and I wasn’t disappointed. Nayak takes an already terrifying idea and dials it all the way up. Because what’s scarier than a parasite that turns your co-workers into rage-fuelled cold-loving hosts? When you’re stuck so far from civilisation that you have no hope of escape.
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Review: A Kingdom of Lies (Realm of Fey #2) by Ben Alderson
For me A Kingdom of Lies had a slow start, there was a bit of time where I was wondering if I should just put it down, but I persisted and I’m happy to say I really enjoyed the second half of the book. Once the plot got out of ‘what do we do next’ and people were no longer trapped in places I found that I was quite enjoying myself.
Review: A Betrayal of Storms (Realm of Fey #1) by Ben Alderson
This book (and I suspect the series) is fun, if you want a Fae Court fantasy with bodyguard romance this one is for you. You’re not going to find anything brand new, but sometimes you just want to curl up with a book that feels like a comfort read before you even begun.
Author Interview: B.F. Peterson
B.F. Peterson is a poet, philosopher, and regular blogger for the Optiv Network who hails from Madison, Wisconsin. Her previous published work includes IN SUNSHINE OR IN SHADOW: POEMS FOR EVERY SEASON, a collaborative poetry collection made together with two of her siblings, and she is set to publish THE ELLYRIAN CODE, which is a […]
Review: Shoestring Theory by Mariana Costa
It’s tough to describe what this book is. The publisher has gone with ‘A queer, madcap, friends-to-lovers-to-enemies-to-lovers time travel romance’, which to be honest is about as close as you can get. It’s also been described as ‘cosy’ which I don’t necessarily agree with as much but I can see why it might dip into the category at times. Basically it kind of defies explanation and you’ve just got to go with it and see where it takes you.
Review: The Hunter’s Gambit by Ciel Pierlot
The Hunter’s Gambit is cathartic as hell and an excellent read. There’s more blood and gore spilled than a lift in the Overlook Hotel.
Review: Evocation (The Summoner’s Circle #1) by S.T. Gibson
Read Evocation when you want a character-focussed, slow-burn romance with a arcane backdrop. While the plot is present Evocation is far, far more about the evolution of David, Rhys and Moira’s relationship, with a special mention for how David and Moira’s friendship, and eventual relationship grows. The plot is really just a backdrop for our trio to bond, and while I did enjoy the plot it’s quite a slow mover until the very last pages where it suddenly concludes in just a few pages.
Cover Reveal: Realm of Fey series by Ben Alderson
What’s better than a cover reveal? Three cover reveals in one! Angry Robot have created a gorgeous set of covers for A Betrayal of Storms, A Kingdom of Lies and A Deception of Courts by Ben Alderson. Let’s take a closer look:
Review: Evocation by S.T. Gibson
File this immediately under urban romantasy and strap in because, baby, there’s going to be some serious hormones flying.
Review: The Redemption of Morgan Bright by Chris Panatier
Synopsis: What would guilt make you do? Hadleigh Keene died on the road leading away from Hollyhock Asylum. The reasons are unknown. Her sister Morgan blames herself. A year later with the case still unsolved, Morgan creates a false identity, that of a troubled housewife named Charlotte Turner, and goes inside. Morgan quickly discovers that […]
TBRCon2024 Highlight: Small & Midsize Book Publishers with Peter Chiykowski, Bryce O’Connor, Caroline Lambe & More
Every Friday, we’re highlighting a panel from the TBRCon2024 all-virtual SF/F/H convention, looking back on the incredible variety of discussions that we had the honor of hosting.
This week, join moderator/publisher/editor Peter Chiykowski and panelists Bryce O’Connor, Caroline Lambe, Mae Murray, Selena Middleton, Fabienne Schwizer, Brook Aspden and Alan Lastufka for a TBRCon2024 panel on “Small & Midsize Book Publishers.”
Review: Gogmagog: The First Chronicle of Ludwich by Jeff Noon and Steve Beard
Now this is weird fiction at its finest. If you’re here for a plot-driven story you’re going to be disappointed, but if you’re here for the weird and the wonderful with a plot that meanders like the river our characters are traversing you’ll have a great time.