The Gown is a historical novel about Queen Elizabeth’s wedding gown, bringing the story of 3 heroines, who must face secrets, betrayals, and society’s criticism. Robson is able to capture the workrooms of the 20th century, the lives of the embroiders all in a beautiful, enthralling tale. She has also researched, and looked through many sources for this portrayal. It was a captivating, and heart-breaking novel. Yet, Robson was still able to create a happy ending.
Stronger, Faster and More Beautiful is a science-fiction novel, composed of 6 short stories. It explores the dangers, and challenges of technology as humans advance with genetic manipulation, and life extension. It’s an emotional, and thoughtful read, which I’d recommend to sci-fi readers. It makes me wonder. What makes you human?
This series brought me through so many adventures, and emotions. It’s difficult, even now to describe my feelings. The Rise of the Empress series includes novels, Forest of a Thousand Lanterns and Kingdom of the Blazing Phoenix, which can be read in order or as stand-alone(s). Our main character, Xifeng is a common peasant, who is destined to become the empress of Feng Lu, at least according to her aunt’s tarot card readings.
As the new year rapidly approaches, it’s great to have a planner, journal, or even apps on your phone to schedule and manage your time! Although I’ve written blog posts about new books, editing, and planning apps for 2019; I am in no way prepared for 2019 (I desperately wish I was)!
Today’s post is apart of #Project14Lists, which is a challenge hosted by Shealea (at ThatBookshelfBitch). Bloggers try writing a bookish list daily each day until December 31st. Calling all ink lovers, go read my other lists:
1. Top 5 Underrated Books You Need To Read
2. 9 Gorgeous Books To Add To Your TBR In 2019
I’m pleased to present you with today’s list, which will feature apps that I love and use for my instagram themes! Even if you don’t have a bookstagram (I do encourage you to make one), these apps can be used for all kinds of photos.
Today’s post is apart of #Project14Lists, which is a challenge hosted by Shealea (at ThatBookshelfBitch). Bloggers try writing a bookish list daily each day until December 31st. Calling all ink lovers, go read my other lists: Top 5 Underrated Books You Need To Read & 9 Gorgeous Books To Add To Your TBR In 2019.
Welcome back to another day of bookish lists, ink lovers! With the aftermath of Christmas, hopefully, everyone’s received amazing books. But wait! Save your money, and gift cards for these gorgeous books (aka instant cover-buys) in 2019 as well.
Just to quickly recap, #Project14Lists is a challenge hosted by Shealea (at ThatBookshelfBitch), where bloggers try writing a bookish list daily each day until December 31st. Here’s my 1st list: Top 5 Underrated Books You Need To Read
Merry Christmas! I hope you’re all having a great time with family, friends- and of course, lots of books. Welcome to my first post for #Project14Lists, which is a challenge hosted by Shealea (at ThatBookshelfBitch), where bloggers try writing a bookish list daily (for 2 weeks). *Here it goes*
Without further a due, here are 5 underrated books you should all read. There are numerous book releases each year, and it’s nearly impossible to read everything! So, often books with higher popularity rise in their sales, and charts, leaving all the other precious works in the dust. This list is in order of popularity (from 5 to 1).
One of the great hardships of being a reader is having long tbr lists, and which continues to pile on with new releases, sequels, and anticipated reads. Without further a due, here’s a solution to all your problems: Down the TBR Hole was created by Lost in a Story. It’s a way to help reduce, and narrow down your tbr list! I first saw this on Ally’s Pages, and bloggers are welcome to try this.
Forest of a Thousand Lanterns is a rich, detailed East-Asian world where dark magic exists, terrible choices are made, and bloody hearts are taken. A heart-wrenching story, led by an ambitious anti-heroine determined to capture her true destiny – of possibly becoming Empress of Feng Lu, but is the price of the throne too high to pay? It is an alluring, powerful, seductive novel, filled with mystery and intrigue that keep you hooked until the very end!
The Language of Spells is a beautifully written middle-grade fantasy novel. Even after the last page, I kept wishing for more! The imagery, prose, narration, and setting were all splendid. Its storytelling reminded me of childhood fairytales. This magical adventure starts off with Grisha, the last dragon born, wistfully recounts how magic came to the world, and the intervention of humans.
“Sometimes, even today, magic still happens.”
[all reviews are spoiler-free unless stated otherwise]
It was a brisk read with immense plot and character development! I loved how dear Maggie from an awkward and timid child, to a girl who rides fire-breathing dragons, and goes on an epic quest along with a sacrifice for magic. In this case, in order for magic to work, you must give up one thing you love (such as money, memories, etc).
