Fantasy

Fool Moon by Jim Butcher I gave Fool Moon by Jim Butcher 3.75 stars. I’m still really enjoying this series, and Harry continues to be a character I genuinely like and want to root for. This installment leans heavily into the werewolf lore—and let me just say… read carefully. There are multiple types of werewolves introduced, and it gets confusing fast if you’re not paying attention. I’m still not entirely sure I fully understood Tara and what exactly she was, but I have a fee

Carl's Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman I gave Carl's Doomsday Scenario by Matt Dinniman 3.75 stars , just like its predecessor—and I’m still very much hooked on this chaotic, ridiculous series. This book continues to be absolutely hilarious… when it’s not making me cringe. The humor is wild, over-the-top, and sometimes completely unhinged, which works most of the time but definitely crosses into “what did I just read?” territory more than once. If you have something again

Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman I gave Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman 3.75 stars . I’m officially hooked—this book is weird, chaotic, and incredibly intriguing in a way that makes it hard to put down. This was such a unique reading experience. The concept alone is wild, and the execution keeps you constantly wondering what could possibly happen next. It’s fast-paced, unpredictable, and leans heavily into dark humor, which made it really entertaining overall. Tha

Words of Radiance book two of The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson This behemoth clocks in at 1,310 pages. Words of Radiance is not a book you get to casually breeze through. This one took time, patience, and more than a few reading sessions, but by the end, it became clear that Sanderson knew exactly what he was building toward. “Honor is dead. But I’ll see what I can do.” The Stormlight Archive has always been about scale. Massive history, massive characters, mass

How to Become the Dark Lord and Die Trying, Dark Lord Davi series book 1, by Django Wexler This was a fun book. The female protagonist brings plenty of humor and attitude to the story, using wit, sarcasm, and a healthy dose of hormones to add flair. The pop culture references and quick quips give the book a snappy, modern tone that’s easy to enjoy. “Never fuck anyone you would be upset having to kill, that’s my new motto.” Without giving anything away, my only complaint lie

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ( 4. 75/5 stars) is a powerful, emotional conclusion to a series I’ve loved for most of my life. It’s a book filled with loss, courage, loyalty, and quiet moments that hit just as hard as the battles. I love this book for so many reasons, and every reread reminds me why this ending feels both earned and unforgettable. One of the most striking aspects of this installment is the way Harry

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling I have a definite love–hate relationship with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (4.5/5 stars). Every time I reread the series, this book hits differently—and not always in a good way. It’s brilliant, layered, and emotionally heavy, but it’s also deeply frustrating when you know exactly what’s coming next. On one hand, this book offers some of the most fascinating lore in the entire series. The deep dive into Voldemor

Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (5/5 stars) is, without question, my favorite book in the entire series. It’s emotionally heavy, politically charged, and deeply character-driven in a way that makes it unforgettable. This is the book where the magic takes a backseat to grief, anger, injustice, and love—and it’s all the stronger because of it. Harry is at his most raw here. He’s angry, isolated, and overwhelme

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (4/5 stars) is a major turning point in the series, both in tone and in scope. The story expands the wizarding world in exciting ways and begins the shift from childhood adventure to something much darker and more dangerous. While this book includes many elements I truly love, it’s still probably one of my least favorite installments in the series overall. Some of the highlights are among

Holy Sister, Third Book of the Ancestor by Mark Lawrence It says a lot when I actually finish something. I know you wouldn't guess it...

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (5/5 stars) is easily one of the strongest books in the entire series and my second favorite overall . This is the book where the story truly matures—emotionally, thematically, and structurally—without losing any of the magic that made us fall in love with the series in the first place. Most notably, this is our first introduction to Sirius Black , a character who completely cha

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets by J.K. Rowling Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (4/5 stars)deepens the magic introduced in the first book while adding a much darker, more ominous tone. On this reread, I was reminded how unsettling this installment can be—mysterious messages on the walls, whispered voices only Harry can hear, and the growing fear spreading through Hogwarts. The story expands the wizarding world in meaningful ways, introducing house-elves, Pars

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J.K. Rowling I’ve honestly lost count of how many times I’ve read this book since it first came out—and every reread still feels like coming home. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (4/5 stars)is one of my all-time favorite introductory novels, not just because it starts an iconic series, but because of how effortlessly it pulls you into Harry’s world. This book does a beautiful job of introducing Harry’s lonely, difficult life and

Grey Sister, Book of the Ancestor #2, by Mark Lawrence “But I must warn you, sister, that a sickness runs in me, and if you fashion...

A Little Hatred, The Age of Madness Book 1 by Joe Abercrombie “War doesn’t change. Just the weapons.” Joe Abercrombie has always been one...

Chasing Graves, The Chasing Graves Trilogy, book 1, by Ben Galley “Slavery didn’t die with the flesh. It thrived.” Chasing Graves by Ben...

Fate of the Fallen, The Shroud of Prophecy book 1, by Kel Kade "Everyone has a role to play. Even if that role is to be the fool who...

The Forgetting Moon, The Five Warrior Angels book 1, by Brian Lee Durfee “History is a weapon wielded by the victors.” If The Malazan...

Battle Mage Farmer, book 2: Germination by Seth Ring “He didn’t want a throne or a title. He wanted soil, silence, and a reason to...

Nyphron Rising 9book 3) and The Emerald Storm (book 4) by Michael J. Sullivan “The only difference between a hero and a villain is who...