Sorcery of Thorns: Book Review

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Hello! 

Today we will be reviewing Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson. This book was published in early June of 2019. It is a fantastic magical YA fantasy book based on magical libraries. This was the second book featured in the new Fantasy Monthly book box. 

Here is the synopsis:


"All sorcerers are evil. Elisabeth has known that as long as she has known anything. Raised as a foundling in one of Austermeer’s Great Libraries, Elisabeth has grown up among the tools of sorcery—magical grimoires that whisper on shelves and rattle beneath iron chains. If provoked, they transform into grotesque monsters of ink and leather. She hopes to become a warden, charged with protecting the kingdom from their power.

Then an act of sabotage releases the library’s most dangerous grimoire. Elisabeth’s desperate intervention implicates her in the crime, and she is torn from her home to face justice in the capital. With no one to turn to but her sworn enemy, the sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn, and his mysterious demonic servant, she finds herself entangled in a centuries-old conspiracy. Not only could the Great Libraries go up in flames, but the world along with them.

As her alliance with Nathaniel grows stronger, Elisabeth starts to question everything she’s been taught—about sorcerers, about the libraries she loves, even about herself. For Elisabeth has a power she has never guessed, and a future she could never have imagined."

I fell in love with this book the moment I started reading. The theme of magical books and libraries along with sorcerors is so enthralling that I couldn't help but read this book in less than three days. The main character was extremely relatable and had an honesty to her conveyed emotions that I really enjoyed. I also loved all of the side characters, especially Silas. He had great character developement that really made the story shine. And the romance in this book was perfect for me. Not too overwhelming, just the perfect amount to keep you smiling and interested in the couple. 

Overall, I loved this book and give it five stars. I suspect it will be my top read for 2019. If you haven't read this book yet I highly recommend grabbing a copy of it and starting as soon as possible! I also recommend her other book, An Enchantment of Ravens.

I hope you enjoyed this short and sweet review of Sorcery of Thorns by Maragaret Rogerson.


Sincerely,

Kaylin Peyerk

We Hunt the Flame: Book Review

Hello! 

Today we will be talking about We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal. This book was published in May of 2019 and was the first book that was featured in the new Fantasy Monthly book box. 

Here is the synopsis: 

"People lived because she killed. People died because he lived.

Zafira is the Hunter, disguising herself as a man when she braves the cursed forest of the Arz to feed her people. Nasir is the Prince of Death, assassinating those foolish enough to defy his autocratic father, the sultan. If Zafira was exposed as a girl, all of her achievements would be rejected; if Nasir displayed his compassion, his father would punish him in the most brutal of ways. Both Zafira and Nasir are legends in the kingdom of Arawiya—but neither wants to be. 

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War is brewing, and the Arz sweeps closer with each passing day, engulfing the land in shadow. When Zafira embarks on a quest to uncover a lost artifact that can restore magic to her suffering world and stop the Arz, Nasir is sent by the sultan on a similar mission: retrieve the artifact and kill the Hunter. But an ancient evil stirs as their journey unfolds—and the prize they seek may pose a threat greater than either can imagine."

Personally I really enjoyed this book. However, it did start rather slowly for my taste. The main theme of the story did not begin until chapter ten or twelve. After that the story became extremely enrapturing and I finished it in one day! The magical Arabian theme came as a pleasant surprise and was a breath of fresh air from other YA fantasy books. I also wished the romance was a bit more prominent in this book but I suspect we will see more of it in book number two. The best part of this book was the twisting ending it had. I literally gasped when I read the last ten pages.

Overall, I give this book four stars instead of five due to the lacking of romance and the slow start. But I do highly recommend it as a different type of YA fantasy read than others I've read in the past. If you've read this book let me know what you thought of it in the comments below! 

I hope you enjoyed this review of We Hunt the Flame by Hafsah Faizal. 

Sincerely,
Kaylin Peyerk

Fantasy Monthly - Young Adult Fantasy Book Subscription

Hello! 

Today I'm introducing you to a new subscription box service that I have started this past year. Fantasy Monthly book subscription is a monthly service that sends newly released young adult fantasy books with related merch each month! 

Fantasy Monthly Classic Box

This book service has two different options to choose from. The first option is the classic box which is an affordable monthly book box. This box comes with one hardcover newly released young adult fantasy book, one custom made quote print, one book club question card, the invitation to our online discussion group, and two custom made bookmarks. This option costs $16.99 per month plus $6.00 shipping in the US. This comes out as roughly the price of one hardcover book bought in a bookstore! 

The second option is known as the deluxe box. This box includes all of what the classic box includes plus a wood wick candle, a book themed pin, two loose leaf tea samples, instructions on brewing hot and iced tea, a jewelry or key chain piece, a bath bomb, and one additional surprise gift each month! This option comes out to $32.50 per month plus $8.50 in shipping for US customers. 

International shipping is calculated upon check out. 

So if you enjoy young adult fantasy books this subscription service has great options for both the affordable shopper and the splurging book addict! Check out their website and social media pages below for more information. 

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Sincerely,

Kaylin Peyerk