Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant Reviewed by Ginny! What I drank prior: there was wine, mostly white, a little blue (thabks Tigana) and plenty of fun with friends Synopsis: Seven years ago, the Atargatis set off on a voyage to the Mariana Trench to film a “mockumentary” bringing to life ancient sea creatures of … Continue reading Drunk Review: Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant
Top 5 Wednesday: Books That Feature Mental Health
Hey all, it’s Linz checking in for Top 5 Wednesday, and this week we’re talking books that feature mental health. One of the greatest developments for literature in the modern age is our understanding of mental health, because it’s allowed adults (young and not-so-young alike) to see themselves and others in a different, more understanding … Continue reading Top 5 Wednesday: Books That Feature Mental Health
DRUNK REVIEW: These Rebel Waves by Sara Raasch
These Rebel Waves by Sara Raasch reviewed by Minda What I drank prior: a little over half a bottle of Gnarlyhead Zin—liked the hint of vanilla Spoiler-free Overview: The story opens five years after this island (Loyrans or similar) won its independence from main island with the help of the raiders (newer immigrants) also inhabiting … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: These Rebel Waves by Sara Raasch
Weekly Wrap-Up: May 21-26, 2019
Hello fellow boozie readers! Sam's Update: This was such a busy week but on Friday I hopped on a train to my mom's and I get to spend THE WHOLE WEEK here with her before leaving for BookCon! WOO! What Sam finished this week: The Hundred Thousand Kingdoms by N.K. Jemisin: I loved this so much! I … Continue reading Weekly Wrap-Up: May 21-26, 2019
Drunk Review: Vengeful by V.E. Schwab
Vengeful by V.E. Schwab by Minda! What I drank prior: Two sav blancs, two oranges wine, & one sparkling red wine Spoiler-free Overview: This is the second installment of Vicious, which we read for book club earlier this year. We follow a few different ExtraOrdinary humans through their plights in their new-ish situations. The main … Continue reading Drunk Review: Vengeful by V.E. Schwab
Top 5 Wednesday: Emerald Covers
Minda here! In honor of May birthdays, it’s books with emerald covers. Or a generous take on emerald covers. 5. Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng - This book definitely lives up to the hype. Drink with an unusual red: Review. 4. Uglies by Scott Westerfeld - Still one of my fave YA series. A perfect … Continue reading Top 5 Wednesday: Emerald Covers
DRUNK REVIEW: The Miniaturist by Jesse Burton
The Miniaturist by Jesse Burton Reviewed by Sam! What I drank prior: All of the wine. I had happy hour with my mentor and then Ginny and I killed off a bottle of wine. I didn't hav edinner. Woof. Goodreads Summary: Set in seventeenth century Amsterdam--a city ruled by glittering wealth and oppressive religion--a masterful debut steeped … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Miniaturist by Jesse Burton
Weekly Wrap-Up: May 13-20, 2019
Hello fellow boozie readers! Sam's Update: I had a great week and weekend. It was my best friend from college's 30th birthday and we had a BLAST in DC celebrating. What Sam finished this week: Deep Cut by Nick Sullivan: This is the sequel to Deep Shadow which I reviewed last year. I loved this book. Drunk review … Continue reading Weekly Wrap-Up: May 13-20, 2019
DRUNK REVIEW: The Defiant Heir by Melissa Caruso
The Defiant Heir by Melissa Caruso Reviewed by Sam! What I drank prior: UVA won the fucking title and I can't even. I've got like 5 reviews to write tonight so I've prepared with at least two bottles of wine. Spoiler-free Overview: ok so this is the sequel to The Tethered Mage so if you don't … Continue reading DRUNK REVIEW: The Defiant Heir by Melissa Caruso
Top 5 Wednesday (on a Thursday): SFF BFFs
Hey everyone. Ginny here to talk about my favorite best friends in science fiction and fantasy. I might have played a little bit fast a loose as some of these might be great friends but jot quite BFFs. But hey, its my article. I do what I want! The HP trio: These books made my … Continue reading Top 5 Wednesday (on a Thursday): SFF BFFs