I've been reading King's work since I was thirteen years old. A few years ago, I learned King’s books were connected in a vast multiverse, so in 2019, I decided to re-read all of his work in order of publication. It’s been a slow go, as I get distracted with other books (too many books, … Continue reading Danse Macabre by Stephen King
Horror
A House at the Bottom of a Lake by Josh Malerman
If you were on a date on a beautiful summer day, rowing across a sparkling lake in a canoe and you came across a house at the bottom of the lake, would you dive down to check it out? Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book … Continue reading A House at the Bottom of a Lake by Josh Malerman
Island Witch by Amanda Jayatissa
Amanda Jayatissa's previous book, You're Invited, was just okay for me. But I wanted to give her another chance and requested an e-arc of Island Witch on Netgalley. I think Jayatissa should write more horror because this book is incredible. Expected publication is February 20, 2024, and is available for pre-order."Set in 19th century Sri … Continue reading Island Witch by Amanda Jayatissa
Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher
Amanda shares spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish content on her blog "Smitten For Fiction". She recommends exploring the authentic dark and complicated fairytales by Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. She praises T. Kingfisher's novel "Thornhedge" as a dark, emotional, and unique retelling of Sleeping Beauty, highlighting the themes of self-doubt, unlikely friendships, and self-acceptance.
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Happy New Year! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.I haven't posted anything in quite some time. I'm sorry if anyone was waiting for reviews of specific books that you've seen me read on Goodreads. I got … Continue reading Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
My Favourite Horror Books
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction. It's the perfect time of year to share my All-Time Favourite Horror Novels! Carrie by Stephen King I'm pretty sure everyone has heard of Carrie - … Continue reading My Favourite Horror Books
Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror edited by Jordan Peele
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction."The visionary writer and director of Get Out, Us, and Nope, and founder of Monkeypaw Productions, curates this groundbreaking anthology of all-new stories of Black horror, exploring not only the terrors … Continue reading Out There Screaming: An Anthology of New Black Horror edited by Jordan Peele
And Then She Fell By Alicia Elliott
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.And Then She Fell is "A mind-bending, razor-sharp look at motherhood and mental health that follows a young Indigenous woman who discovers the picture-perfect life she always … Continue reading And Then She Fell By Alicia Elliott
Rouge by Mona Awad
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. Thanks for visiting. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.This review is for a Netgalley arc of Rouge by Mona Awad. I requested a copy of this book after giving All's Well and Bunny 5 stars. … Continue reading Rouge by Mona Awad
Firestarter by Stephen King #Spoilers
Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I typically share spoiler-free book reviews but this post will be a spoiler talk about Firestarter. Let's get Smitten For Fiction.Firestarter was first published in 1980. I read the mass-market paperback which was published in 1981, and I've owned it for...about 25 years. … Continue reading Firestarter by Stephen King #Spoilers
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