This Woven Kingdom by Tahereh Mafi – author of the Shatter Me series – was a quick DNF for me, unfortunately falling into the category of books I shelve under “Interesting Premise, Weak Writing.” I only made a few chapters in, but here are four key issues I would have addressed to make it a …
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Ink & Sigil by Kevin Hearne was a fun, fast-paced read set in a magical version of Scotland. It follows the misadventures of an endearing curmudgeon and Sigil Agent, Al MacBharrais, who reads like a ready-to-retire Sherlock Holmes who’s just a little bit depressed. Along with his lovably lewd hobgoblin sidekick Buck Foi (yes, really), …
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