Holly Black is such a phenomenal author. There's something about the highly detailed worlds she creates, with their strict rules and lush scenery, thaHolly Black is such a phenomenal author. There's something about the highly detailed worlds she creates, with their strict rules and lush scenery, that make her books feel like they've been around for centuries. The Cruel Prince doesn't disappoint, and Jude is such a clever heroine. I can't wait to see what's in store next....more
This book just about broke my heart. I loved everything about it, from the intertwining narratives, to the characters, to the ending, which was brutalThis book just about broke my heart. I loved everything about it, from the intertwining narratives, to the characters, to the ending, which was brutal but beautiful. ...more
When I try to think of everything Clayton did in one novel, my brain starts to melt, so I'm just going to list a few of my favorThis book is STUNNING.
When I try to think of everything Clayton did in one novel, my brain starts to melt, so I'm just going to list a few of my favorite things below.
* The lush, vibrant world building. * The incredibly taut pacing. * The symbolism and metaphor!! * And a villain who is clever and cunning and just so damn EVIL.
Heather Ezell has written a stunning book. Her prose is both lovely and gutting, and as the fire grew larger and larger, I found myself reading fasterHeather Ezell has written a stunning book. Her prose is both lovely and gutting, and as the fire grew larger and larger, I found myself reading faster and faster. A fantastic debut. ...more
Hi all! I'm the author of this book and I'm going to use this space to keep you up-to-date on all things CHARM!
CHARM is out in less than a month and IHi all! I'm the author of this book and I'm going to use this space to keep you up-to-date on all things CHARM!
CHARM is out in less than a month and I am crazy excited. To thank everyone who has preordered a copy, I have a preorder campaign going on now! Email proof of your preorder to jquestellauthor@gmail.com, and I'll send you a bookmark, signed bookplate, and fortune teller fish. One person will win a grand prize pack including all of the items listed above and a Ferris wheel necklace, Ferris wheel bracelet, and a book sleeve (that I sewed myself)! To see a photo of these items, check out the pinned Tweet on my Twitter account (@jaimequestell).
There is so much to love about this book! Kaplan's prose is sharp, the dialog is crackling, and the feminism is front and center. The twists and turnsThere is so much to love about this book! Kaplan's prose is sharp, the dialog is crackling, and the feminism is front and center. The twists and turns of this novel were so well-planned out. I loved this and can't wait to see what Kaplan does next!...more