KJ

I loved this book. Please, please read it! Don't let the title mislead you. This book is worth the read. I can't give a proper review because I'm afraid I'll spoil it. Pick it up and you won't put it down.

Not as great as the first book but still a great read. I felt the ending a bit rushed and kind of pulled out of nowhere. None the less, for a sequel is was good and contained the excitement, mystery, and thriller vibes that I got from the first book. I look forward to Holly Jackson's next release.

I actually don't have words to describe this book but near perfect comes to mind. I was lucky enough to get an ARC of this book and once I picked it up I didn't put it down. This book was the cause of my months long book hangover.

Set in a fictional world where women have very little rights and can't even step outside their homes without a male escort. At the age of 16, girls are cut to see if they are “pure” i.e. bleed red. If they don't they are killed or worse. Unfortunately for the protagonist Deka, she doesn't bleed red and with it her true story begins. I can't say much more for fear of spoilers but this book is a must read for any fantasy nerd, feminist or basically anyone who wants adventure, sisterhood and just something different.

I thoroughly enjoyed Namina Forna's writing style. Her inclusion of her African heritage in this book is fabulous. As someone who has lived in South Africa her whole life I loved seeing names of and references to African culture. I cannot wait for the other two books in this trilogy. Literally I cannot wait and it breaks my heart knowing the first book hasn't even been published yet.

Namina Forna is an author to watch!!!

Every person needs to read this book or at least watch the Netflix special. The book entails more of course but both get the point across. We're facing a climate crisis and need to act quickly. Sir Attenborough has bore witness to many magical natural wonders and unfortunately the destruction of many of those wonders. This book is not only an eyeopener but a fascinating account of Sir Attenborough's life. Also if your fan you'll definitely read this in his voice, it's awesome.

Read it! And read it now!!! What a brilliant book from a debut author. I picked up this book because I knew Richard Osman from Pointless and wanted to try show my support for him. I was not disappointed in the least. Please just read it!