by CassieSwindon | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog posts, Reviews
This siren fantasy was a DNF for me. So I decided to stop at page 86/388. One of the reasons why is because so want to read stories that model the style of writing I’m trying to achieve in my novels. I don’t want to read too many pages or books that go against my goal...
by CassieSwindon | Oct 30, 2022 | Blog posts, Top 10
I read 12-13 books in October and the list below was my ranking. As always, check my full reviews of each at www.cassieswindon.com Have you read any of these? Do you agree or disagree with my ratings? Number 10 The Surface Breaks by Louise O’Neill (4/5) Number 9 River...
by CassieSwindon | Oct 28, 2022 | Blog posts, Reviews
I rated this dark fantasy as 4/5 stars. It’s all written in one point of view in first person present tense narrative. River of Shadows is the first in a series. I can’t really label this as a romance in any way though it’s marketed as “dark fantasy adult romance.”...
by CassieSwindon | Oct 26, 2022 | Blog posts, Reviews
This witchy sequel earned a 4.8/5 stars. Frances and the crew returns for more mystery, adventure and heartache. I’d definitely like it even a little more if I has reread the first one immediately before starting this sequel. Here’s my live thoughts and comments while...
by CassieSwindon | Oct 25, 2022 | Blog posts, Reviews
I did not finish “The Witch’s Daughter” by Paula Brackston. I believe there’s a whole series, the sequel might be called “The Return of the Witch.” I learn about Elizabeth’s personality through her journal entries but nothing happens for quite a while. There’s no...
by CassieSwindon | Oct 23, 2022 | Blog posts, Reviews
I did not finish “The Bone Witch” by Ron Chupeco. It would be a great fantasy read for those who thoroughly enjoy descriptive world building. However, I need more character agency to connect. Here’s my thoughts while reading: The prologue is about a bard who witness a...
