Minda’s preg review of The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang—this is #2 in the saga so I recommend you hold off reading if you haven’t read The Poppy War yet. And I know we already have Sam’s review, but I. Have. Feelings. What I drank prior: It’s Christmas morning! I wish I had a mimosa (or … Continue reading Review for Two: The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang (The Poppy War #2)
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Minda’s 2019 in Review & 2020 Goals
Happy New Year! I, for one, had a fantastic year—I joined WRFB as a regular blogger, I got that promotion I had been aiming for, & we’ll be welcoming baby R to the family this Jan (cue the fireworks!). So, yeah, big year and things will keep on changing. One thing I loved about this … Continue reading Minda’s 2019 in Review & 2020 Goals
Review for Two: The Power by Naomi Alderman
Minda’s preg review of The Power by Naomi Alderman What I drank prior: I miss wine. Only two more months (ish)! Goodreads Summary: In The Power the world is a recognisable place: there's a rich Nigerian kid who lounges around the family pool; a foster girl whose religious parents hide their true nature; a local American politician; … Continue reading Review for Two: The Power by Naomi Alderman
Review for Two: Dry by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
Melinda’s preg review of Dry by Neal Shusterman & Jarrod Shusterman Synopsis When the California drought escalates to catastrophic proportions, one teen is forced to make life and death decisions for her family in this harrowing story of survival, The drought—or the Tap-Out, as everyone calls it—has been going on for a while now. Everyone’s … Continue reading Review for Two: Dry by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
Review for Two: Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Minda’s pregnant review of Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. What I drank prior: It's bowl night (I'm in a league you guys!) so I had a Diet Coke at the alley. Any other bowl buddies out there? Goodreads Summary: The Mayan god of death sends a young woman on a harrowing, life-changing … Continue reading Review for Two: Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Review for Two: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Minda’s preg review of Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Synopsis For years, rumors of the “Marsh Girl” have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina coast. So in late 1969, when handsome Chase Andrews is found dead, the locals immediately suspect Kya Clark, the so-called Marsh Girl. But Kya is … Continue reading Review for Two: Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
Review for Two: Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon (Gravemaidens #1)
Minda’s preg review of Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon, out 10/29! You can get it here. Thank you to NetGalley for the advance copy. Synopsis The start of a fierce fantasy duology about three maidens who are chosen for their land's greatest honor...and one girl determined to save her sister from the grave. In the walled … Continue reading Review for Two: Gravemaidens by Kelly Coon (Gravemaidens #1)
Review for Two: The Liar’s Daughter by Megan Cooley Peterson
Minda’s preg review of The Liar’s Daughter by Megan Cooley Peterson, released on September 10. Received ARC at ALA! Synopsis Piper was raised in a cult. She just doesn't know it. Seventeen-year-old Piper knows that Father is a Prophet. Infallible. The chosen one. She would do anything for Father. That's why she takes care of … Continue reading Review for Two: The Liar’s Daughter by Megan Cooley Peterson
Behind the Bar: Tequila Edition
Tequila: we all know and—unless you’ve had a bad experience with it—love it. Or you love it anyway. Below are some kickass book pairings to go with our favorite agave-based beverages. Hold my salt and queue the lime. Frozen Margarita Get ready for a brain freeze! Books with frozen margs have something off-the-wall and mindfuck-y … Continue reading Behind the Bar: Tequila Edition
Review for Two: Tiger Queen by Annie Sullivan
Minda’s preg review of Tiger Queen by Annie Sullivan, out 9/10 (get it here). Received ARC at ALA. We'd like to thank Annie and Blink for the opportunity to review early! Synopsis: From Annie Sullivan, author of A Touch of Gold, comes Tiger Queen, a sweeping YA fantasy adventure that tells the story of a … Continue reading Review for Two: Tiger Queen by Annie Sullivan
