Crumbling architecture and numerous spooky myths surround Ginnie and her family while they are staying at Woodmoor Manor. I couldn't keep track of which way the threat was coming in this scary middle grade read. SYNOPSIS Welcome to the decrepit Woodmoor Manor…where something in the woods is always watching. From the author of Scritch Scratch... Continue Reading →
Holy spooky town. The layering of local folk lore and modern frights was the picture mixture for my Frighteningly Good Reads this weekend. SYNOPSIS Aveline Jones loves reading ghost stories, so a dreary half-term becomes much more exciting when she discovers a spooky old book. Not only are the stories spine-tingling, but it once belonged... Continue Reading →
Thanks, as always, to Sam @ Taking on a World of Words for this meme that keeps me focused on my current piles instead of looking at the 500 things I have on my Goodreads TBR. If you want to join in the fun, just answer the three questions below about how your reading is going... Continue Reading →
Thanks, as always, to Sam @ Taking on a World of Words for this meme that keeps me focused on my current piles instead of looking at the 500 things I have on my Goodreads TBR. If you want to join in the fun, just answer the three questions below about how your reading is going... Continue Reading →
Everyone told me it was amazing but I was not prepared for how much I would adore this story. The world Alston has created layers realty with fantasy and I can hardly wait for the next installment. SYNOPSIS Quinton Peters was the golden boy of the Rosewood low-income housing projects, receiving full scholarship offers to... Continue Reading →
This middle grade supernatural mystery kept reminding me of something until I finally realized, I'd already read it! An accidental re-read was just as much fun and a good reminder of why I keep track of my books now. SYNOPSIS In the corrupt metropolis of Peligan City, Lil Potkin, a determined young reporter, is on... Continue Reading →
I am behind a bit on posting my September reading reviews but this book, and the rest of my Orilium readings, are too good to not talk about. This one, a middle grade mystery on a train through England and Scotland was excellent adventure I needed. SYNOPSIS In The Highland Falcon Thief: Adventures on Trains #1,... Continue Reading →
I don't know what you were planning to read this October but I cannot recommend this collection highly enough. This short story collection of fairy tales, dark and delicious, was the perfect way to start my October. SYNOPSIS Twelve tales, twelve dangerous tales of mystery, magic, and rebellious hearts. Each twists like a spindle to... Continue Reading →
It's the best month of the whole year - October! Fall is my absolute favorite. The weather commits to cooler temperatures which means I can get rid of my tired and hated summer wardrobe. The leaves put on a glorious show. My allergies fade away. And all of October leads to the best holiday of... Continue Reading →
Oh you spooky lovely story! If you enjoy history and suspense this middle grade book is a perfect fall read! SYNOPSIS For fans of Small Spaces and the Goosebumps series by R.L Stine comes a chilling ghost story based on real Chicago history about a malevolent spirit, an unlucky girl, and a haunting mystery that will tie... Continue Reading →
“I read so I can live more than one life in more than one place.” -Anne Tyler
**mostly bookish thoughts by an eclectic reader**
Reading the classics, CanLit, and everything else. In bed.
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