With Blood Upon The Sand by Bradley P. Beaulieu
Okay. Okay. So maybe this book series is just not for me. I tried reading book two and I still cannot bring myself to like the main character. And considering I did not relish the almost constant flashbacks in book one, I groaned out loud when the first flashback in book two happened. It’s a shame because the world is so interesting but the characters leave me cold. I hope the next book will at least have a good ending.
#NowPlaying You’re In Love by Betty Who
Shadows Ops (Series) by Myke Cole
The first book, Control Point, was a bit of a chore to get through, with the protagonist continually changing his mind and his loyalties. But I thought it only made sense that Oscar Britton was so conflicted. The dude went through a lot that tested his faith in things. Ultimately, though, he made the best choice of shaking up a problematic system.
The second book, Fortress Frontier, was when things really went crazy. Alan Bookbinder is honestly one of the most likable characters I’ve ever read about. It was great seeing him build in confidence as well as magical proficiency and I was cheering him on every step of the way. The action also increased in intensity and the climax of the book was simply badass.
I’ve only just started reading the third book, Breach Zone, so here’s hoping the momentum of the series keeps up.
Breathing Easy by Yøuth
A Detailed and Poetic Physical Threat to the Person Who Intentionally Vandalized My 1994 Dodge Intrepid Behind Kate’s Apartment by Pet Symmetry
Dawn of the Dead by Does It Offend You, Yeah? “If you say so, I’ll leave home.”
Twelve Kings in Sharakhai by Bradley P. Beaulieu
This book had some amazing world-building going on. I can’t remember the last time I read about a fictional city that seemed so alive it felt almost real, like I could buy a ticket and go there for a holiday. However, I think the story sometimes took a backseat to the world-building because it was slow-going in many parts and the author’s decision to chop up the present-day narrative and insert flashbacks here and there often slowed the momentum of the plot. There were also some plot points that I thought were fairly predictable. Still, it’s an interesting read about a fascinating new fantasy world and I can’t wait to know how it all turns out in the end when the author finishes the series.
Gloria by Laura Branigan
One of my earliest memories is this music video. And her belt.