Today I'm sharing a spoiler-free review for Moon of the Crusted Snow & Moon of the Turning Leaves by Anishinaabe-Canadian author Waubgeshig Rice. On Goodreads, it shows these books are part of the Moon series.Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews and other bookish things. … Continue reading Double Review: Moon of the Crusted Snow & Moon of the Turning Leaves
Horror
Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle
Buckle up, buckaroos! I had been hearing a lot of hype about Bury Your Gays so I requested a digital advance copy from Netgalley and was very happy to be approved. I had never heard of Chuck Tingle before. When I saw the pink mask and the covers and titles of his romance books I … Continue reading Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle
The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim 👀🥢
I ate this up. I can't believe this is a debut. The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim will be published on June 25, 2024. The following is an unbiased spoiler-free review of the Netgalley advance copy.Welcome, or Welcome back! My name is Amanda and this is where I share spoiler-free book reviews … Continue reading The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim 👀🥢
Danse Macabre by Stephen King
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
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
