Category: fantasy

Scatter of Light book review

Scatter of Light book review

Scatter of Light by Diana Pharoah Francis ??? pages published June 24th, 2022 Welcome back to Diamond City where hell just busted loose. Senator Rice, hater of all things magic, declared martial law following the recent bombings. His goal? Arrest all magic-wielders and take control of the mines. To get what he wants, he doesn’t […]

Posted August 4, 2022 by geograph in adult, adventure, fantasy, review / 0 Comments
The Loophole book review

The Loophole book review

This book is charming and really short. The cover feels more heartwarming than its actual contents (there is a forced outing and a character is kicked out of their house), but it is ultimately a story of found family and a note of hope for queer teens who feel like they don’t belong. It’s a […]

Posted August 2, 2022 by geograph in achillean, fantasy, queer, review, YA / 0 Comments
Silk Fire book review

Silk Fire book review

Aughughuhguh. This book is so. I’m so. Eugh. Lots of other people have said a lot of really smart things about this book and you should go read their reviews instead. The famous dathomira review, of course, but also some other great reviewers have given in-depth reviews. Personally, this book was Exhausting and I could […]

Posted August 1, 2022 by geograph in achillean, adventure, fantasy, queer, review / 0 Comments
Book Review: The Marvellers

Book Review: The Marvellers

This is a PERFECT readalike for kids who want more of The Book Series that Shall Not be Named but are starting to develop a better taste. 😛 It’s a magic school boarding book that features Marvellers from around the world and the main character is a misfit even in her own world. Some interesting […]

Posted July 21, 2022 by geograph in fantasy, middle grade, review / 0 Comments
Book Review: Professor Goose Debunks Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Book Review: Professor Goose Debunks Goldilocks and the Three Bears

This is a delightful picture book that introduces STEM concepts through Professor Goose, a distinguished academic researcher. This is a great book for kids who love deconstructed fairy tales; it’s a different direction for right after reading Stinky Cheese Man, and also for kids who aren’t quite ready for A Tale Dark and Grimm. There’s […]

Posted July 14, 2022 by geograph in fantasy, picture books, review / 0 Comments