First of all... I will say that this is one of the most beautiful graphic novels I have ever read. The color blending, the tattoos, and the San Francisco underground setting combine to create an atmosphere that holds the characters in a very distinct and riveting place. Although I found the plot to be lacking... Continue Reading →
The Oddmire, Book 1: Changeling by William Ritter
An old-fashion story that plays to so many of the elements children have loved for ages. The goblin stealing the human baby... the Wild Wood encroaching on the town... and the quest to save earth from the evil horde. The Oddmire starts with a description of The Thing. A spectral evil being that feeds on... Continue Reading →
Grimoire Noir by Vera Greentea and Yana Bogatch
Bucky Orsen's sister is lost. Lost in a town full of witches, clique battles, and a history that he never fully grasps. His father is the town sheriff, but because of misplaced loyalties to the mayor and others, Bucky takes it upon himself to investigate the disappearance. Clues are thrown in his way, and he's... Continue Reading →
The Boy and Girl Who Broke the World by Amy Reed
Billie and Lydia are high school seniors on the depressed coast of Washington. With an economy frozen by the shuttered lumber industry, the two area high schools are forced to be combined. This heightens the rivalry instead of putting it to rest, but it does allow the two social outsiders to meet. Each are targets... Continue Reading →
Recursion by Blake Crouch
Before I got my hands on this book, I read several reviews: Mogsy's review, Lisa's review, Kyra's review , Petrik's review and Dave's review ... So many good reviews! I knew I had to get this book. It did not disappoint. Please check out their posts. These bloggers are great follows. Crouch takes on the consequences of time travel... wrapping it... Continue Reading →