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Save:'Half Bad' by Sally Green is a young adult fantasy novel set in modern-day England, where witches coexist with humans. The story follows Nathan, a teenage boy who is both a White Witch and a Black Witch, making him a target for both sides. He faces challenges such as being hunted, tortured, and confined in a cage by the White Witch Council as he tries to navigate his identity, his family history, and his relationships. The narrative style shifts between first and second person, offering a unique perspective on Nathan's struggles and the world of witches he inhabits.
I’ve followed the instructions carefully. They have taken me to the outskirts of London, to a grotty house at the grottier end of the sprawl. I’m standing in someone’s front room. It is dark in here. ... - #2
Save:The Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom is a historical novel set in late 18th-century Virginia, exploring the intertwined lives of an Irish indentured servant, Lavinia, and Belle, the daughter of the plantation's master. The story delves into the harsh realities of slave life on a tobacco plantation, contrasting Lavinia's white skin and indentured status with Belle's white skin and slave status. The narrative unfolds through multiple perspectives, highlighting the complexities of relationships and secrets within the plantation community. The novel portrays the emotional journey of characters facing the evils of slavery and the impact it has on their lives.
The Kitchen House weaves a compelling tale of love, family, and resilience amidst the backdrop of plantation life in the Southern United States. Through vivid storytelling, the author captures the struggles and triumphs of characters like Lavinia and Belle, showcasing their growth and relationships in the face of oppression and tragedy. The novel addresses themes of identity, class distinctions, and the enduring bonds formed in challenging circumstances, offering a poignant exploration of the human experience during a tumultuous historical period.
IN THAT SPRING OF 1791, I did not understand that the trauma of loss had taken my memory. I knew only that after I woke, wedged between crates and bags, I was terror-stricken to discover that I did no... - #3
Save:The Book of Ivy by Amy Engel is a dystopian novel set in a post-apocalyptic United States where survivors have split into two factions, the Lattimers and the Westfalls, who maintain peace through arranged marriages between their children. The story follows Ivy Westfall, who is tasked with the mission to kill her new husband, Bishop Lattimer, the President's son, to further her family's plans for rebellion. The book is praised for its intriguing premise, fast-paced storyline, and enthralling post-apocalyptic world-building. The writing style is described as simple yet effective, creating a compelling narrative that keeps readers hooked until the final word.
o one wears white wedding dresses anymore. White cloth is too hard to come by, and the expense and trouble of securing enough to make several dozen dresses, or more, is too high. Not even on a day lik... - #4
Save:The Fifth Season is a captivating blend of fantasy and science fiction set in a geologically unstable future Earth. The story follows individuals with the magical ability to control the earth's structures, known as orogenes, who are feared and oppressed by society. Through multiple perspectives, the book weaves together a tale of survival, discrimination, and the impending end of the world. N.K. Jemisin's unique writing style, intricate world-building, and complex characters create an immersive and thought-provoking narrative that explores themes of power, oppression, and resilience.
For the past ten years you’ve lived as ordinary a life as possible. You came to Tirimo from elsewhere; the townsfolk don’t really care where or why. Since you were obviously well educated, you became ... - #5
Save:Montmorency is a thief who, after being saved by a doctor's experimental surgery, decides to create a new identity for himself as a gentleman thief in Victorian London. He uses his knowledge and skills to lead a double life, stealing from the wealthy while also living as a high-end gentleman. The book explores themes of identity, morality, and the struggle to reconcile his criminal past with his new persona, all set against the backdrop of 19th-century London.
The plot of the book is filled with intrigue, suspense, and surprises, as readers follow Montmorency's journey of transformation from a petty criminal to a sophisticated gentleman. The writing style vividly brings Victorian London to life, with detailed descriptions of the city, Montmorency's elaborate schemes, and the moral dilemmas he faces along the way. The story is a unique blend of action, historical detail, and character development, making it a compelling and engaging read for fans of historical fiction and heist novels.
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Save:Virtual Light by William Gibson is a cyberpunk novel set in a near future, dystopian California. The story follows Berry Rydell, an ex-cop turned private security guard, and Chevette, a bike messenger, whose lives intertwine after Chevette steals a pair of high-tech sunglasses with valuable data. The novel explores a divided society, with the Golden Gate Bridge turned into a squatters' paradise, reflecting themes of wealth and poverty, power and powerlessness. Gibson's writing style is described as vivid, with a focus on world-building and character development, set against the backdrop of a post-apocalyptic San Francisco.
The courier presses his forehead against layers of glass, argon, high-impact plastic. He watches a gunship traverse the city's middle distance like a hunting wasp, death slung beneath its thorax in a ... - #7
Save:The Eye of the Heron by Ursula K. Le Guin is set on the planet Victoria, where two waves of prisoner colonists from Earth have established contrasting societies - the authoritarian City and the pacifistic Towns. The narrative follows a conflict of ideals between these two groups, as the City tries to enforce mandatory labor on the Townsfolk who resist nonviolently. The story explores themes of pacifism, civil disobedience, and social class struggles through the characters of Luz, the complex daughter of a City Boss, and Lev, a young man from the Towns.
Le Guin's writing style in The Eye of the Heron is described as beautifully written and imagined, with detailed descriptions of alien societies and cultures. The book offers a philosophical exploration of violence versus nonviolence, examining the complexities of human behavior and relationships within the context of societal conflicts and moral dilemmas. The narrative presents a nuanced portrayal of characters with varied motives and actions, highlighting Le Guin's ability to tell a compelling story while delivering profound themes.
A small creature crouched in the warm, shallow cup of his palms. He was not holding it; it had decided or consented to be there. It looked like a little toad with wings. The wings, folded into a peak ... Legend, a dystopian novel by Marie Lu, is set in a futuristic Los Angeles where the United States has transformed into the Republic and is at war with neighboring Colonies. The story follows two teenagers, June and Day, from opposite backgrounds who cross paths under dramatic circumstances. June, a prodigy from the Republic's elite, seeks revenge for her brother's murder, which leads her to Day, a notorious criminal from the slums. As they uncover secrets about each other and the government they live under, they are caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. The alternating chapters between Day and June provide a fast-paced narrative that keeps readers engaged from the start.
The book is filled with action, adventure, romance, and intrigue, making it a page-turner that keeps readers on edge. The plot is centered around the intertwined lives of June and Day, revealing their struggles, secrets, and the sinister truths of the world they inhabit. Marie Lu's writing style creates a vivid and immersive world, with well-developed characters and a storyline that blends elements of forbidden love, dystopian society, and government conspiracies.
At least twice a month, I see my Wanted poster flashed on the JumboTrons scattered throughout downtown Los Angeles. It looks out of place up there. Most of the pictures on the screens are of happy thi...- #9
Save:The Alchemists of Loom by Elise Kova is a high fantasy tale set in a world of divided worlds and vengeance. The story follows Ari, a Chimera, who works in the black market as a dragon organ harvester. When she encounters Cvareh, a dragon in need of help to inspire a revolt against an oppressive ruler, Ari sees an opportunity for revenge. Together with a group of sidekicks, they embark on a journey to the Alchemists. The book is praised for its unique sexual tension between the main characters, intriguing world-building, and the complex dynamics between dragons and other creatures.
The writing style of The Alchemists of Loom is described as having a fast-paced beginning that introduces readers to a world filled with dragons, steampunk elements, and intricate world-building. Despite some struggles with the writing flow, readers found the characters to be interesting and the plot to be engaging, particularly appreciating the subtle exposition and character development throughout the story.
The refinery she stared down upon had been coughing up only wisps of smog from its spiraling smokestacks since sunset. Ari had been watching it dwindle for weeks until it finally all but wrote “Tonigh... - #10
Save:In 'Escaping Exodus' by Nicky Drayden, readers are taken on a journey through a unique and engaging story set in a matriarchal colony where humans live inside space beasts. The plot revolves around the characters Adalla, a beastworker, and Seske, the next leader of their people, who navigate their love and societal expectations. The worldbuilding is described as fascinating, with intricate details about the structure of the beasts and the society within them. The writing style is praised for its dynamic characters, who evolve throughout the book, making tough decisions and living with the consequences.
Our family’s stasis pod seems impenetrable as I rub my hand over the inner surface, looking for the exit seam. I’d underestimated the depth of the darkness that would saturate the pod, and without vis...
