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Book Review: Splintered by Jamie Schultz

Posted on July 2, 2015 12 Comments

A review copy was provided to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Splintered by Jamie Schultz Genre: Urban Fantasy Series: Book 2 of Arcane Underworld Publisher: Roc (July 7, 2015) Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars The Arcane Underworld series has it all. Demons. Fanatical cultists. Dark magic. […]

Audiobook Review: Blood of Elves by Andrzej Sapkowski

Posted on July 1, 2015 18 Comments

A review copy was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. Blood of Elves by Andrzej Sapkowski Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Witcher Publisher: Hachette Audio (June 2, 2015) Author Information: Website Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 4 of 5 stars Narrator: Peter Kenny | Length: 10 hrs 55 min I remember being thrilled when I discovered […]

Audiobook Review: The Element of Fire by Martha Wells

Posted on June 28, 2015 7 Comments

Genre: Fantasy Series: Book #1 of the Ile-Rien Series Publisher: Self-Published (November 13, 2006) Author Information: Website | Twitter Tiara’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble Narrator: Derek Perkins | Length: 14 hrs and 8 mins | Audiobook Publisher: Tantor Audio (September 16, 2013) | Whispersync Ready: Yes The […]

Backlist Burndown: Rosemary and Rue by Seanan McGuire

Posted on June 25, 2015 14 Comments

As book bloggers, sometimes we get so caught up reading review titles and new releases that we end up missing out on a lot previously published books. As a result, one of my goals this year is to take more time to catch up with my backlist, especially in my personal reading pile. And it […]

Waiting on Wednesday 06/24/15

Posted on June 24, 2015 19 Comments

“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine that lets us feature upcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on! Mogsy’s Pick: The Death of Dulgath by Michael J. Sullivan: November 15, 2015 (Riyria Enterprises LLC) Whether you’re a fan of Sullivan’s or not, no one can deny his achievements in self-publishing. […]

Novella Review: In Midnight’s Silence by T. Frohock

Posted on June 22, 2015 7 Comments

In Midnight’s Silence by T. Frohock Genre: Urban Fantasy, Horror Series: Los Nefilim #1 Publisher: Harper Voyager Impulse (June 23, 2015) Author Info: tfrohock.com Wendy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars With thanks to the publisher for providing me with an advanced copy of this novella in exchange for an honest review. The magic of music, angels, and […]

Book Review + GIVEAWAY: A Murder of Mages by Marshall Ryan Maresca

Posted on June 18, 2015 16 Comments

***The giveaway is now over, thank you to everyone who entered!*** A review copy was provided to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own. A Murder of Mages by Marshall Ryan Maresca Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of the Maradaine Constabulary Publisher: DAW (July 7, 2015) Author Information: Website | Twitter Mogsy’s Rating: 4 […]

Waiting on Wednesday 06/17/15

Posted on June 17, 2015 20 Comments

“Waiting On Wednesday” is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine that lets us feature upcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on! Mogsy’s Pick: In the Labyrinth of Drakes by Marie Brennan: April 5, 2016 (Tor) I love this series so much, and every time I see a cover for a new book […]

10 Podcasts for Fans of Speculative Literature

Posted on June 16, 2015 15 Comments

Since discovering the joys of audiobooks, my enjoyment of non-music audio productions has moved to the world of podcasts. Many people think that podcasts are dedicated to discussions or reviews. Admittedly, I was one of those people, but then, I asked myself: “Why wouldn’t this be the perfect format for storytelling?” I have found quite […]

Audiobook Review: The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen

Posted on June 15, 2015 18 Comments

Genre: Fantasy, Dystopia, Science Fiction, Young Adult Series: Book #1 of The Queen of the Tearling Publisher: Harper (July 8, 2014) Author Information: Website | Twitter Tiara’s Rating: 2.5 of 5 Stars Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble Narrator: Katherine Kellgren| Length: 14 hrs and 30 mins | Audiobook Publisher: Harper | Whispersync Ready: Yes Fortunately for me I’m not usually […]