October | 2023 | The BiblioSanctum

Book Review: Edenville by Sam Rebelein

Posted on October 17, 2023 16 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Edenville by Sam Rebelein Mogsy’s Rating: 1.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: William Morrow (October 3, 2023) Length: 336 pages Author Information: Website Edenville may have the distinction of being my biggest disappointment […]

Book Review: An Inheritance of Magic by Benedict Jacka

Posted on October 16, 2023 14 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. An Inheritance of Magic by Benedict Jacka Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Urban Fantasy Series: Book 1 of Stephen Oakwood Publisher: Ace (October 10, 2023) Length: 384 pages Author Information: […]

Bookshelf Roundup 10/15/23: Stacking the Shelves & Recent Reads

Posted on October 15, 2023 12 Comments

Bookshelf Roundup is a feature I do every weekend which fills the role of several blog memes, like Stacking the Shelves where I talk about the new books I’ve added to my library or received for review, as well as It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? where I summarize what I’ve finished reading in the last week and what […]

Audiobook Review: Hemlock Island by Kelley Armstrong

Posted on October 14, 2023 12 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Hemlock Island by Kelley Armstrong Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 3 of 5 stars Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Macmillan Audio (September 12, 2023) Length: 9 hrs and 6 mins Author Information: Website […]

Book Review: The Water Outlaws by S.L. Huang

Posted on October 12, 2023 10 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Water Outlaws by S.L. Huang Mogsy’s Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1/Stand Alone Publisher: Tordotcom (August 22, 2023) Length: 488 pages Author Information: Website Inspired by what is considered one of the greatest classic […]

Waiting on Wednesday 10/11/23

Posted on October 11, 2023 14 Comments

Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme that first originated at Breaking the Spine but has since linked up with “Can’t Wait Wednesday” at Wishful Endings now that the original creator is unable to host it anymore. Either way, this fun feature is a chance to showcase the upcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on! […]

Book Review: The Hexologists by Josiah Bancroft

Posted on October 10, 2023 21 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Hexologists by Josiah Bancroft Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Mystery Series: Book 1 of The Hexologists Publisher: Orbit (September 26, 2023) Length: 386 pages Author Information: Website I confess, I wasn’t a huge fan of Josiah […]

Book Review: Sword Catcher by Cassandra Clare

Posted on October 9, 2023 18 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Sword Catcher by Cassandra Clare Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of Sword Catcher Publisher: Del Rey (October 10, 2023) Length: 597 pages Author Information: Website Years ago, in the bustling city-state […]

Bookshelf Roundup 10/08/23: Stacking the Shelves & Recent Reads

Posted on October 8, 2023 10 Comments

Bookshelf Roundup is a feature I do every weekend which fills the role of several blog memes, like Stacking the Shelves where I talk about the new books I’ve added to my library or received for review, as well as It’s Monday! What Are You Reading? where I summarize what I’ve finished reading in the last week and what […]

Book Review: Mister Magic by Kiersten White

Posted on October 5, 2023 10 Comments

I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Mister Magic by Kiersten White Mogsy’s Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror, Mystery Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Del Rey (August 8, 2023 Length: 288 pages Author Information: Website Books like Mister Magic are why I typically avoid […]