Reviews for science fiction books.
TW: Vivian was abducted, raped, abused, and tortured by alien enslavers.; death, attempted kidnapping, violence, torture, gore, blood. Commander Zha Quin Tha is next in line to the throne. His people are the Cruestaci, a warrior race who bow to no one and because of that they have been deemed too violent to be a … More Review: Ascend by Sandra R. Neeley
This is a Christmas Carol retelling about a wealthy alien who owns most of the city named Eben Skruj. When his business partner dies he finds that to fulfill the wishes of the contract to gain all of the business he must attend three social events with a companion. While straightforward, only one female had … More Review: Skruj by Honey Phillips
Tinsley Adams is a pastry chef stuck on an alien planet where food is cooked piping hot and perfect every time. There is no fun in it and no sense of community so Tinsley is determined to create a different kind of community-building activity – Christmas. But she will need the help of Scrooge McAsshat, … More Review: Eat My Moon Dust by Etta Pierce
Well this was so fun! I didn’t even read the blurb before checking this out but I really enjoyed this introduction to this world where dinosaurs still exist. Suma Suzume’s enthusiasm for dinosaurs was great and I loved how she never gave up and was always amazed by her job. I really look forward to … More Review: Dinosaur Sanctuary Volumes 1 and 2 by Itaru Kinoshita
I love this comic! Watching the beings observe life and describe it is hilarious and accurate. I follow Pyle on instagram and frequently see the new comics but there are always some that I miss. Quite a few of these were new to me and a lot of the other ones I had forgotten about … More Review: Stranger Planet by Nathan W. Pyle
I love these comics. They are hilarious. Quite a few of them made me laugh out loud and we’re very relatable. I just love these big eyes aliens. I have been following the artist from the beginning and have enjoyed all of the work he has posted. So I could not resist getting this book, … More Review: Strange Planet by Nathan W. Pyle
This had a very unexpected beginning. This volume is the last of the battle against kaiju no. 9 and training to take down’ No. 9 and its minions in the future. We also see the return of Reno Ichikawa as he is being trained to use a kaiju weapon. I am very interested in seeing … More Review: Kaiju No. 8 Volumes 7-9 by Naoya Matsumoto
This was another action packed volume with an unexpected ending. This continues the fight on the base with Vice-Captain Hosina fighting the kaiju leader until Captain Mina Ashiro arrives to take it down. This was an interesting battle and I loved getting to see more of Hosina’s fighting style. Also I love how badass Ashiro … More Review: Kaiju No. 8 Volumes 4-6 by Naoya Matsumoto
This was an action packed, monster filled, and hilarious start for a series. Kafka is an adult who gave up on his dreams of being in the Japanese Defense Force years ago. When a new rookie joins his team for Kaiju cleanup he finds himself fired up again for taking the test. Unfortunately he finds … More Review: Kaiju No. 8 Volumes 1-3 by Naoya Matsumoto
This was a cute story. Peony is stolen from Earth to compete in Space Battle Lunchtime, one of the universe’s hottest reality TV shows. While she is doing well on the show the competition is dangerous and willing to cheat to win. But she is also making new friends. I really enjoyed this and will … More Review: Space Battle Lunchtime series by Natalie Riess
This was a fascinating SciFi world with royals using jousting tournaments to marry off their daughters. A lesbian couple is determined to beat the system though and rescue the trapped princesses. I really enjoyed this one. Pan’s story was interesting and I really want to see how her search for Tara goes. Cass and Bee … More Review: Cosmoknights Volumes 1 and 2 by Hannah Templer
This was a wonderful queer graphic novel! We got alien girls who can look human and turn into giant monsters, an introverted gamer girl, a secret underwater alien headquarters, and a wonderful found family. I really enjoyed this one. Gigi is a quiet girl who has been struggling since her brother was killed two years … More Review: Save Yourself! by Bones Leopard
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