Fantasy Fiction Friday #3 (Feature)

 

It's Friday, and when I have the availability, I select newer published novels to get excited for! This week turned out to be coincidentally full of titles with blue covers. Also, these books are all science-fiction-y, or fantasy related which is two of my favorite and most-read genres. ❤

Novels:

1.) Ode to the Half-Broken by: Suzanne Palmer

2.) Multitude by: Marie Vibbert

3.) Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt by: Ben Reeves

Graphic Novels:

4,) Warriors by: Erin Hunter

(Click* for Goodreads links for their details!)

This week I've found some newer books that hit the market recently, that caught my glance and looks like great reads! First off, Ode to the Half-Broken is a super cool dystopia science fiction novel about an old robot, I mean, that alone just sounds like a crazy hook. That's why I scooped it into my TBR because it sounds like wild ride, and the title throws some serious vibes!!

Next, Multitude, is straight up Science Fiction story, it's about aliens! This is actually a novella so it's a short read perfect for limited-time busy readers. Upon reading the Goodreads synopsis it almost seems like an oddity the way that it's from the perspective of the aliens who hear a song and follow it to the planet. Definitely out of the ordinary pick but that's why it seems like it's going to be cool to get into!

Moving on we have Everything Was Beautiful and Nothing Hurt. Wow what a freaking fantastic title, And, this one is from the perspective of Death!! The Goodreads snippet reads, "He’s young and handsome, despite who he is. Each death he witnesses is meaningful to him; he listens, never judges, and most importantly, never tries to change anyone’s fate. He knows that every life must eventually end to maintain the balance of the universe and he respects the cycle.". Sounds like an introspective dive into what it's like to perceive life from the other side. I love novels that are so unique, they offer more than the regular standard tropes. This one is obviously in the fantasy realm which again I love good fiction, and the cover image is so clever and simple it drew me to it with both the title, and it's beautiful presentation. This actually might be at the top of the list for this week's most exciting new sci / fi fantasy reads!!

Finally, I decided to add a graphic novel this week. I am a huge fan of talented artists and illustrators who are creative storytellers so Warriors looks SO good, albeit cute too. I mean, dude it has a cat. If you're an animal lover I'm sure it has got your attention, I do want to note this is in fact a Middle-Grade read so if you have kids who are bookworms this series has been like a best-seller and I mean who doesn't love cats who are warriors going on some crazy adventures. I also know this one is a bit older, 2024 series, but Disney+ just acquired interest in adapting this into an animated series for 2028 which is why it's definitely relevant and cool to consider adding for middle-grader parents, or those who love reading all age book like me ☺

This week's Friday picks are a mixed bag but a good one, if you have any recs or want to contribute your thoughts on these, drop a comment! 👇💙😎

Mystery / Thriller Tuesday (Feature #4)

 

#1 Lady X by: Molly Fader

#2 The Intrigue by: Silvia Moreno-Garcia

#3 Three Reasons for Revenge by: Dervla McTiernan

#4 You Had Me at Bigfoot by: Nancy Campbell Allen

(CLICK EACH TITLE FOR LINKS TO ADD / CHECKOUT ON GOODREADS!)

This Tuesday's Mystery / Thriller choices are slightly more serious than whimsical in selection this week. Sometimes it's nice to just be drawn in and left turning each page with your heart racing to find out what's next! Let's dive into the why's here...

Lady X is about Margot Cooper, a wife to a A-list star who upon discovering her husband has sent scandalous photos to multiple women on social media...This leads her to retreat with her daughter to the home she was brought up in. Now away from all the spotlight and sordid allegations she steps right into her own when she finds a box in the old house's attic. It's here that she discovers evidence of articles linking her family history and her mother to Lady X. Lady X was a movement of avenging women against awful men who take their revenge in that name. The crimes are now coming to light, and Lady X disappeared...sounds like a complexly woven story that's going to jump around the times and be a cool thriller-vendetta plot. I instantly loved the title, the premise is really fun, and I like a well-done contemporary-historical twist. Definitely can't wait to read it!

The Intrigue - Another title with a fun name, and a historical leap! Its setting takes place is 1940's Mexico which is awesome, and it's about an attractive con man named Ulises who marks and steals money from lonely women; however, he gets more than he's bargained for...Perla owns a boarding house and also has a witty & cunning niece who wants in on the mark, the problem is he might've met his match, and the deal threatens to ruin his one real connection with someone should everything go to plan...This is sure to be winding thriller of deceit and love and I'm all about that aspect! Excited for it, most definitely. TBR now!

Three Reasons for Revenge sounds every bit the murder mystery plot I want to sit with bundled in a fancy arm-chair along with a hot mug of green tea. Here's the plot as shared on Goodreads -

Alexis Turner walks into the police station to report an assault. By the end of the day, she is nowhere to be found.

Soon after she disappears, three identical packages arrive at three very different a respected psychologist's home, a socialite's mansion, and a struggling single father's run-down apartment. Inside, each gift is perfectly tailored to its recipient - and each will tear apart the life of its intended victim.

YES, this book sounds like it's going to be a long night of reading, and yes I want it now! I only needed one reason for revenge, but it gives three. Count me in! ☺

Last but not least I picked the title You Had Me at Bigfoot, Guys, the first three are true to tell thrillers, this was purely impulsively selected for its fun who-dun-it plot. Who doesn't love folklore in a fictional mystery thriller?! 👻 The synopsis preaches lies, legends, and lost fortunes so let's get on board for that cause. The main characters are a rookie investigative journalist named Daphne and an award-winning war-photographer named Clark whose pictures don't lie. Together they team up on assignment like Scully and Mulder to partake in a high-society wedding where a maid is missing and they are tasked with solving the mystery and deciphering the truth from the lies. Sounds like a perfect read for the undecided reader, and it's a series. This is book one, so it's the start of something good and thrilling!

All adult reads and all very exciting TBR materials - this week's titles are pure 👀🔥❤. Leave a comment or reply with what mystery thriller novels you are pumped for! 👇