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Assassin’s Quest is an emotional and breathtaking conclusion to the Farseer Trilogy. After the devastating events of Royal Assassin, Fitz’s journey takes a new turn, one filled with loneliness, hardship, and self-discovery. This book is slower and more introspective than the previous ones, but for me, it was a perfect.
Royal Assassin is everything I hoped for after Assassin’s Apprentice, and it completely lived up to my memories of this series. This book takes everything from the first installment—Fitz’s struggles, the court intrigue, the emotional weight—and pushes it even further.
I first read Assassin’s Apprentice back in 1996, and now, after re-reading it, I can say it’s just as incredible as I remember. Robin Hobb’s storytelling is immersive, and from the very first page, I was drawn back into the life of FitzChivalry Farseer.
The Bands of Mourning takes the Wax and Wayne series to a whole new level, expanding the world in exciting ways while delivering a thrilling adventure filled with action, humor, and some big revelations. After the darker tone of Shadows of Self, this book brings back a sense of excitement and discovery that made The Alloy of Law so much fun.
Shadows of Self continues Wax and Wayne’s story, bringing a deeper and darker tone to the Mistborn world. While The Alloy of Law was more of a fast-paced adventure, this book dives into deeper themes, including morality, law, and the challenges of leadership. The stakes feel bigger, and the world of Elendel is becoming more unstable, which adds a great sense of tension.
The Alloy of Law takes the Mistborn series in a fresh new direction, and I absolutely loved it. Set 300 years after the original trilogy, it introduces a world that feels familiar yet completely transformed. Seeing how Scadrial has evolved into an industrial-era setting with trains, guns, and electricity was fascinating, and Sanderson blends these new elements with the old magic systems perfectly.
The Hero of Ages is an incredible conclusion to the original Mistborn trilogy. Everything that has been building up in the first two books comes together in a way that is both unexpected and completely satisfying. Sanderson is a master at foreshadowing, and in this book, you realize just how many clues were hidden all along.
After the incredible first book, The Well of Ascension takes the story in a different direction. Instead of a fast-paced rebellion, this book focuses more on the aftermath—what happens after the supposed "happily ever after." It’s a slower, more political story, but I still really enjoyed it.
Mistborn: The Final Empire was my introduction to Brandon Sanderson, and I couldn’t have picked a better book to start with. From the very first pages, I was hooked by the unique world, the dark atmosphere, and the incredible magic system. The idea of a world where the Dark Lord has already won is fascinating, and Sanderson builds an oppressive yet intriguing setting that immediately draws you in.
A Dance with Dragons was definitely worth the wait. After A Feast for Crows focused on certain characters, this book brings back fan favorites like Jon Snow, Tyrion, and Daenerys, making it feel more like the first three books in the series. The scale is huge, the stakes are higher than ever, and the story is filled with tension, betrayal, and unexpected turns.
A Feast for Crows is a very different kind of book compared to the previous ones. Instead of fast-paced action and shocking twists, this one slows down and focuses more on the aftermath of war, politics, and character development. While it doesn’t have the same level of intensity as A Storm of Swords, I still really enjoyed it.
A Storm of Swords is easily one of the best books in the series and a complete rollercoaster from start to finish. If the previous books were unpredictable, this one takes things to a whole new level. Just when you think you know where the story is going, Martin delivers some of the most shocking moments in fantasy. There were times I had to stop reading just to process what had just happened.
A Clash of Kings is just as gripping as the first book, if not more. The stakes are even higher, with multiple characters vying for power and no clear path to victory for anyone. What I really loved about this book is how unpredictable it is—just like in A Game of Thrones, you never know what’s going to happen next, and every decision feels like it could change everything.
A Game of Thrones is an incredibly clever and powerful book that completely pulls you in. From the very start, I had no idea what was going to happen next, and just when I thought I had figured things out, Martin threw in another twist. The unpredictability of the story is one of the best things about it—you can never feel too comfortable, and that makes it all the more exciting.
This is the second book in the newest duet of this series and I loved getting to know Amity & Marshall after meeting them in the first book Double Take. This was a really fun story and I enjoyed seeing how the two of them got to know one another and how their relationship developed. The epilogue at the end was also really sweet. I look forward to reading more by this author in the future including any future books in this series if it continues.
I was really glad to get to read more about Tabitha and Tom (AKA: Prince Leopold / Leo / Tam'lin) after getting to know them a bit in The Shoeless Prince: A Puss in Boots Retelling. This is my first Retelling of Tam'lin and I thought it was an enjoyable story overall and it was also interesting to see The Little Match Girl & Hansel and Gretel touched upon in this story. The epilogue at the end was also really good. I look forward to read more stories from both the Borderland Fairytale series in the future.
After absolutely loving The Name of the Wind, I couldn’t wait to dive into the second book in the series, and it did not disappoint. Rothfuss continues to build on Kvothe’s incredible journey, adding more depth to his character and the world around him.
The Name of the Wind was a 10/10 read for me, and I honestly couldn’t put it down. I picked it up randomly at the airport, not knowing what to expect, and it completely captivated me. I found myself so immersed in Kvothe’s story that I read it nonstop through my holiday. I was so hooked, I couldn’t even leave the hotel room in London until I finished the book!
I absolutely loved Words of Radiance! Brandon Sanderson does it again with this fantastic continuation of The Stormlight Archive. The book picks up right where The Way of Kings left off, diving deeper into the lives of Shallan Davar and Kaladin Stormblessed, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how their stories unfold.
The Way of Kings is an incredible start to Brandon Sanderson’s epic The Stormlight Archive. From the very first page, I was immersed in the vast, intricately crafted world of Roshar, a land constantly battered by storms. Sanderson’s world-building is absolutely brilliant, every detail, from the unique geography to the complex cultures and political systems, feels thoughtfully created, making Roshar come to life as a truly living, breathing world.
Oathbringer is another fantastic installment in Brandon Sanderson’s The Stormlight Archive, and it really solidifies this series as one of the best in modern epic fantasy. What I loved most about this book is how Sanderson perfectly balances massive world-building with deeply personal character arcs. In this one, Dalinar Kholin takes center stage, and his backstory adds so much unexpected depth and emotional weight to the story.
I really enjoyed this new adult Retelling of Sleeping Beauty. This book is full of adventure and has some really great characters and an interesting storyline. I enjoyed how in this story it is the prince who is cursed instead and seeing how the relationship between Roran & Brie slowly evolves as the two of them get to know each other during their quest to save their realms. This book is part of the Fairy Tales of Gallia series but can be read as a standalone.
This was an interesting Retelling of Cinderella and I liked that the stepsisters were not villains and had a chance to redeem themselves from previous mistreatment towards Cinders when they were younger. I enjoyed getting to know Cynthia "Cinders" Everwood and Prince Marius Rivenborn and thought they were a good couple and was glad to see how things worked out for them.
This was a great Retelling of Snow White with some appearances of characters from the previous book but is a standalone story. I loved getting to know Korrin & Tessa in this story and the seven orphaned adyani pups that Tessa had taken in were all so cute, I loved whenever they made an appearance. I am looking forward to reading the next book Alien Charming about Seren & Elli and am also hopeful that we might get to see more of Malrik in another future book as I feel his character has potential for a Beauty and the Beast retelling.