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Albert Camus

Don't walk behind me; I may not lead. Don't walk in front of me; I may not follow. Just walk beside me and be my friend.

Showing posts with label Folklore. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Folklore. Show all posts

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

his questions quickly pile up - Sisters of the Crimson Vine by P.L. McMillan

“A taut braid of repressed desires, implied deviance, and eldritch horror. McMillan coyly lures us to a finale as repulsive as it is compelling.” – Stoker award-winning Jamie Flanagan, co-writer of The Haunting of Bly Manor and Midnight Mass


Monday, April 30, 2018

why SHOULDN'T the boy fall in love with the ugly girl? - Don't Look at Me by J.P. Grider

"This is one of the best contemporary retellings of a fairy tale that I have read, ever..."- Carrie Griffin
"...A real emotional read with a touch of drama and suspense. Who is behind the vicious attacks on local women? So not just your run of the mill- boy meets girl love story."- Pauline Anne
"...It is so good, I could not put it down...This book drained me emotionally and left me stunned for a few hours after reading it..." - Trisha

Thursday, October 5, 2017

she must outrun them to stay alive - Santa Muerte (The Daniela Story #1) by Lucina Stone

"If you enjoy urban fantasy, time travel, and social commentary in your books… this is a good one to pick up. There were many elements I enjoyed and it wasn't a hard read. I am excited for the next book because I want to see how the world will grow and how the characters will grow too."- MR Bauer, Goodreads


Monday, October 2, 2017

in search of her destiny - Avishi by Saiswaroopa Iyer

"An ancient land feeling its way towards societal stability, strong and memorable characters, each motivated by different goals and values – all come together in an engaging story, where plot and philosophy are seamlessly combined into a great narrative." - Vrinda, Goodreads

Friday, September 15, 2017

Death is hot - Soul Warrior (The Age of Kali #1) by Falguni Kothari

"The plot is intriguing, much in the tradition of a modern thriller.... Precisely sketched and nuanced with quirky detail, the characters enrich the story they inhabit.... The vibrant characters in the multi-hued setting are the stuff superhero animation films are made of. Soul Warrior engrosses and enthralls. A thumping good read, I would say." —Of Prose and Poetry blog 

Monday, July 3, 2017

full of mystery and adventure - Bigfoot: Mysterious Monsters by David Michael Slater

Along the way, they'll have to deal with meddling babysitters, suspicious psychics, a YouTube disaster, and their furious father. To solve this mystery, Maddie, Max, and Theo must rethink what's possible — and make lots of peanut butter and banana sandwiches.

Monday, June 19, 2017

the ultimate betrayal - Rise of the Sea Witch by Stacey Rourke

"I wasn't prepared for the wild ride that this book had in store when I started it. I was happily pleased with the story Stacey unfolded. This book isn't just a re-telling, it's a total transformation of Ursela's character. [...]
At the end of the book I was cheering her on and routing for her to become a badgirl." - Christy, Goodreads

Friday, December 23, 2016

To make matters worse... - Globlinwraith by Tamara Grantham

"He gave me a bemused smile, as if he knew something I didn’t. “I suppose I’ve thought of it from time to time, but I’ve always felt more comfortable on my own. Someone with a reputation like mine can’t afford too many attachments.” 
“Because you’re a thief?” 
“Because I’m dangerous.” It was my turn to smile. “Hardly.”"

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

a family tree rooted in secrets - Dreadlands: Wolf Moon by Jaimie Engle

Leif Erikson abandoned the settlement in Labrador, Canada, when the ferine attacked and murdered his small crew. A band of families stayed behind to rebuild. Now, the Wolf Moon approaches, a single night when the ferine’s binds to the Dreadlands are broken, freeing them to hunt. 

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Fight fate, or succumb to destiny? - Soul Warrior (The Age of Kali #1) by Falguni Kothari

In the dark Age of Kali, the Soul Warrior alone stands guard over the Human Realm, protecting its denizens from evil-willed asuras or demons. When a trick of fate appoints him guru to a motley crew of godlings, he agrees to train them as demon hunters against his better judgment.

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

Fantasy, love, and courage - Chasing Ravens by Jessica E. Paige

"If you like fantasy and folklore, then I highly recommend Chasing Ravens. I think this is a great book for all ages, not just YA-- I would definitely recommend it for voracious middle-grade readers. Fantasy, adventure, bravery, and a touch of sweet romance make Chasing Ravens a winner in my book." - Goodreads