“The most telling symptom of fascist politics is division. It aims to separate a population into an “us” and a “them.” This was a very informative book about what fascism is, how it works, and examples throughout history. I learned a lot from this book, especially in understanding how the United States got to this … More Review: How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them by Jason Stanley
This was an interesting look at poison and the women who have used it to kill. This book includes a primer that goes over the basics of poison, then each chapter is organized by the women’s motives. Also the author is up front in stating that the majority of these women are white because she … More Review: The League of Lady Poisoners: Illustrated True Stories of Dangerous Women by Lisa Perrin
When Dawn is sold at an auction to orcs she expects the worst. Instead she finds herself mated to the king and being pampered. She may have been leery of Gorvor at first, but Dawn quickly finds herself falling for him. But is it all too good to be true? This was a solid orc … More Review: Her Orc King by Zoe Ashwood
When the once thought dead vampire Mavra threatens to destroy the head of Special Investigations Karrin Murphy’s reputation, Harry finds himself thrust into the dangerous world of necromancy in to find the Word of Kemmler for her, but it quickly turns into a huge mission to stop the undead and the birth of a god. … More Review: Dead Beat by Jim Butcher
Felicia, Lizbeth’s younger half-sister, is a student at the Grigoris school within the capital of the New Holy Russian Empire in San Diego. When she is kidnapped right outside the school she finds her past has come back to haunt her. Now she has to unravel the truth about her family and use her true … More Review: The Serpent in Heaven by Charlaine Harris
As soon as I saw this book I knew it was one I wanted to read. This was a fascinating look at cannibalism in humans, animals, and insects. While this seems like a book that would discuss cannibal serial killers, it doesn’t and the author explains early on why he doesn’t cover that topic. I … More Review: Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt
DNF pg. 220 (55%) While I was really trying to finish this book, I need to admit that this one isn’t working for me. I knew going into this book that it was my least favorite of the series because I hate that Sands decided to pair someone up with a married woman. This is … More Review: About a Vampire by Lynsay Sands
Ten years ago dimensional gates appeared around the world and changed life for everyone. Adaline is an Assessor who goes into the breaches to identify magic metals and medicine all to help Earth try to repel the enemies in the gates. While she has gone into over 100 gates, this gate ends up different and … More Review: The Inheritance by Ilona Andrews
The Superhero and the NSA Agent4 stars – It was really good This was an adorable and sweet story. NSA Agent Shane Parson was a bossy but sexy man who instantly realizes he wants a chance with cosplayer/law librarian Damian Starr. I really enjoyed their short story and how much chemistry there was between these … More Review: From the Heart by Hailey Turner
In this volume we finally get to the point of battle that everyone has been waiting for, Kaiju No. 8 is on the field and ready to take down Kaiju No. 9. This was an action packed and fantastic volume. We see how far Kafka has come since he first became 8 and all the … More ARC Review: Kaiju No. 8, Vol. 14 by Naoya Matsumoto
This volume picks up where the previous book with Kikoru testing out some Numbers weapons. Then goes into the backstory of Captain Gen Narumi and how he ended up in the Defense Force. I loved seeing Kikorou testing out weapons and finding the one that works for her. This is where she finally gets her … More ARC Review: Kaiju No. 8: B-Side, Vol. 2 by Naoya Matsumoto
“You are seen. You are heard. Your life matters. Your death will too.” Alua Arthur is a death doula and helps provide end of life support to her clients. This book takes us on a journey of her life and career, while teaching us the importance of thinking about your own death and what you … More Review: Briefly Perfectly Human: Making an Authentic Life by Getting Real About the End by Alua Arthur
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