Hi there! I’m Kay: an opinionated book blogger enamoured with the world of novels. Reader of Speculative Fiction (the posh word for Sci-Fi/Fantasy) and Young Adult novels. Believer in the many uses of the towel, the science of deduction and other fandom in-jokes.

This blog has been closed since early 2016. To the publishers and writers: thanks for all the support over the years. To my readers and fellow bloggers: keep in touch!

 

 

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Recent Reviews

Magic Burns by Ilona AndrewsAurelia by Anne OsterlundUprooted by Naomi NovikShadow Study by Maria V. SnyderThis Shattered World by Amie Kaufman, Meagan SpoonerUnited We Spy by Ally CarterAll Fall Down by Ally CarterEve and Adam by Katherine Applegate, Michael GrantHex Hall by Rachel Hawkins

Review – Fade Out (Morganville Vampires, Book 7) by Rachel Caine

by | Apr 1, 2010 | | 0 Comments

Fade Out (The Morganville Vampires, Book 7) by Rachel Caine
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Rating: 4 stars
Pages: 348

Summary: Without the evil vampire Bishop ruling over the town of Morganville, the resident vampires have made major concessions to the human population. With their newfound freedoms, Claire Danvers and her friends are almost starting to feel comfortable again…

Now Claire can actually concentrate on her studies, and her friend Eve joins the local theatre company. But when one of Eve’s castmates goes missing after starting work on a short documentary, Eve suspects the worst. Claire and Eve soon realize that this film project, whose subject is the vampires themselves, is a whole lot bigger—and way more dangerous—than anyone suspected.

Thoughts: I had been saving Fade Out because it was my last MV book until Kiss of Death comes out – I finally cracked and read it in a single go! Best 4 hours I’ve had in quite a while!

The book picks up a few months after the chaos of Carpe Corpus – and Morganville is living in relative peace. In fact, this book has less action than is typical for a Morganville book – which is still an awful lot! Caine’s books always pack a punch, and Fade Out is no exception.

A new girl throws all the group dynamics off balance, and it was great to watch how the characters dealt with a less violent disruption to their status quo. Especially Shane and Claire (bless them – I love these two) who are both desperately trying to be grown ups for each other – and not always succeeding. We also got some amazing insight into Myrinn, his relationship with Ada, and the mostly!platonic love between him and Claire. The Myrinn/Claire dynamic is probably my favourite in the series, and Caine really pushes it to its limits. We get a much clearer picture about how Myrinn feels about Claire – and up to what point Claire will have his back. I’ll stop there, because I don’t want to give anything away. Let’s just say that I love their interaction, and there is plenty of it in Fade Out!

Bottom line? Yet another amazing installation in the Morganville Series. A definite must!

Waiting on Wednesday: The Prophecy by Dawn Miller

by | Mar 31, 2010 | | 6 Comments

“Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted over at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that are being eagerly anticipated.

The Prophecy by Dawn MillerThe Prophecy (The Watchers Chronicles) by Dawn Miller
Paranormal Young Adult – May 1st 2010 by Zondervan

This intense, emotionally charged supernatural thriller is set in the dark city streets of St. Louis, where five teenagers are reunited by a reoccurring nightmare from their childhood. They soon learn that what was meant to destroy them would be the catalyst that drives them to embark on an epic journey of good versus evil—a journey that will open their eyes and hearts to the true power of God and the reality of evil determined to blind the world from that truth.

 

I don’t know much about this book – but I do know it has a kick-ass cover and is likely going to feed my new angel addiction. There is just something about guys with wings smiting each other that makes me smile.

Book Release Blowout: Sabina Kane Kicks Ass!

by | Mar 30, 2010 | | 0 Comments

The Mage in Black (Sabina Kane, #2) by Jaye Wells

Today is the release date of THE MAGE IN BLACK by JAYE WELLS!  *applauds*  This is book two of the Sabina Kane trilogy that started with the Jaye’s awesome debut novel THE RED-HEADED STEPCHILD.

It is out today in the US (April 1st in the UK) – I would out searching the city for a copy this very moment if it weren’t for the fact I’m on holiday.  *sighs*

So what is all the fuss about?  Well, besides being an amazing writer, Jaye Wells has created what is probably the most kick-ass universe I have read in a looong while.  The Red-Headed Stepchild is pure action-packed, no-frills urban fantasy – with a giant dollop of brilliant humour.  Wells can make me scared and make me laugh – it’s insane.  Seriously, I’d be jealous if I weren’t hooked on every word.

Read my fangirly review here!  And while you’re at it, check out Jaye Wells’ lovely and lively blog.  ♥

Red-Headed Stepchild (Sabina Kane #1) by Jaye WellsRed-Headed Stepchild by Jaye Wells

Summary: In a world where being of mixed blood is a major liability, Sabina doesn’t really fit in. And being an assassin – the only profession fit for an outcast – doesn’t help matters. But she’s never brought her work home. Until now.

Her latest mission is uncomfortably complex and threatens the fragile peace between vampire and mage races. As Sabina scrambles to figure out which side she’s on, she uncovers a tangled political web, some nasty facts about her family, and some unexpected new talents. Any of these things could be worryingly life changing, but together they could be fatal…

Sabina Kane: She’s down, but she’s not out.

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Completed! New Author Mini-Challenge: Battle Royale

by | Mar 30, 2010 | | 1 Comment

I have just signed up for the New Author Mini-Challenge: Deadline Dames vs. Fangs, Fur and Fey going on in coordination with the New Author Challenge over at Literary Escapism. Basically, we read/review up to 5 NEW authors in April from either one of these author blogs.

I really shouldn’t be doing this – this is exam month and I have very little reading time… but I just couldn’t help myself! I had such a good time with the League Mini-Challenge in February and I didn’t want to miss out on the fun.

The selection of authors is a hell of a lot larger for this challenge – which makes it slightly less challenging, but equally as fun. As per my last mini-challenge, I already have a bunch of these authors on my TBR pile. This is going to be great incentive to get to them!

My Planned Reading List:

    What are you reading on Monday? – (Mar. 29th, 2010)

    by | Mar 29, 2010 | | 4 Comments

    It’s Monday! What are you reading this week? is a weekly event now hosted by One Persons Journey Through a World Of Books where we discuss our week of reading!

    Currently reading:

    Finished this week:

    • Iron Kissed by Patricia Briggs – This was brilliant and scary – and tragic.  Really looking forward to devouring the next!
    • The Reckoning by Kelley Armstrong! – WOW.  This book exceeded all expectations and was simply mind-blowing.  The year long wait was totally worth it – I only wish it were 500 pages longer!

    Books Reviewed this week:

    And check my quick report on the wonderful Kelley Armstrong Signing at Forbidden Planet!