This middle grade fantasy had a fantastic cast of characters and a strong female lead! The mystery and the mythology had my flipping page after page to the delightful ending! SYNOPSIS For fans of portal fantasies like Jessica Townsend's Nevermoor, Colin Meloy's Wildwood, and The Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black, and unlike so many... Continue Reading →
Frighteningly Good Reads: The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde
I was not prepared for how funny this classic ghost story would be! If you are looking for a quick and delightful read for this Halloween season, look no further! SYNOPSIS This is Oscar Wilde's tale of the American family moved into a British mansion, Canterville Chase, much to the annoyance of its tired ghost.... Continue Reading →
Frighteningly Good Reads: Warm Bodies by Isaac Martin
I saw this feature film years ago and loved the premise. The book did not disappoint and the characters came alive (pardon the pun) with depth and nuance that I didn't experience in the film. SYNOPSIS R is having a no-life crisis—he is a zombie. He has no memories, no identity, and no pulse, but... Continue Reading →