The Silence of Bones by June Hur is a murder mystery set in the Joseon dynasty of Korea. I have never read anything with this setting, and it was exciting to see this fresh take on a thriller and learn some history at the same time. Seol is a clever character, and the book’s setting is well described. Although I didn’t love certain aspects like the pacing, this one is still a pretty strong work. Continue reading
The Other Side of the Sky by Amie Kaufman and Megan Spooner seems like a perfect sci-fi escape read right now and this one has me excited. I am in love with so much about this new series so far! That cover is absolutely amazing and the fact that it is a Miyazaki inspired fantasy world has me so intrigued. So much anticipation for this one! Continue reading
Strangers by C.L. Taylor is a thriller that has an interesting concept and lots of intriguing characters. The story takes a while to get going, but once things start to come together, readers are rewarded with an exciting ending. It is a book that will satisfy fans of the genre. Continue reading
Jack Kerouac is Dead to Me by Gae Polisner is a book that explores coming of age with a parent who has mental health issues. The main character is interesting, although not very likeable. It is a story that has some intriguing aspects, but falls short with its flip-flopping timeline. Continue reading