By: Cait Marie Blurb They’re strangers……nothing more. Leyla Priestly observes life rather than participating in it. As an award-winning photo journalist, she travels the world, seeing many things others refuse to acknowledge. It’s her dream, to bring light to darkness and actually make a difference.But it comes at a cost.When a particularly heartbreaking mission leaves... Continue Reading →
By: Cait Marie Happy Friday! This week, in honor of Valentine's Day, we're talking all about favorite ships! Now, I want to make it clear that non-canon ships are acceptable. I have to admit, a couple of mine are based on nothing but hopes and fanfic. For a full list of the Friday Favorites prompts,... Continue Reading →
By: Leah Originally posted on Leah's Books. Mexican Gothic Author: Silvia Moreno-GarciaGenre: HorrorPublication Date: June 30, 2020Publisher: Del Rey CONTENT WARNING: racism, mention of death, blood, gore, murder, suicide ★★★★★ Plot Summary He is trying to poison me. You must come for me, Noemí. You have to save me. After receiving a frantic letter from... Continue Reading →
By: Cait Marie Hello! It's that time again. WWW Wednesday is a weekly reading update hosted by Taking on a World of Words. The Three Ws are: What are you currently reading?What did you recently finish reading?What do you think you’ll read next? I read multiple books at a time, so I'm only going to list one... Continue Reading →
By: Cait Marie *Originally posted on YA Books Central. Blurb Ben survived freshman year of college, but he’s feeling more stuck than ever. His classes are a slog, his part-time job working with his father is even worse, and his best friend Dylan’s been acting weird for weeks. Ben’s only real bright spot is his... Continue Reading →
By: Manuela Soares Happy Tuesday, readers, and welcome back to Top Ten Tuesday here at Functionally Fictional! I've been spending more time on bookstagram and booktok lately and have seen so many great reels and videos. I don't know about you, but sometimes I'll pick up a book before even reading the summary simply because... Continue Reading →
Author: Various AuthorsGet it here! This Valentine's Day Cupid has his arrows set on service members. Military life can be as extraordinary as it is stressful - especially during the holidays. Enjoy stories including Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and a Coastie! Written by Authors who are military veterans or military spouses. Cupid Wore Dog Tags is... Continue Reading →
Originally posted on Leah's Books. Dark Matter Author: Blake CrouchGenre: Science FictionPublication Date: July 26, 2016Publisher: Crown CONTENT WARNING: violence, blood, murder, gore, death ★★★★ Plot Summary “Are you happy with your life?” Those are the last words Jason Dessen hears before the masked abductor knocks him unconscious. Before he awakens to find himself strapped... Continue Reading →
By: Christopher Bartlett Welcome once more to our humble parlor. We took the time closed due to Covid to make some renovations, including a new fireplace to be more welcoming and efficient. It also brings us gently into our discussion of the month. That being food-themed mysteries versus classical mysteries. Each has their own audience... Continue Reading →
By: Cait Marie Happy Friday! I'm absolutely one of those people who judge books by their covers, so I thought it'd be fun to start off the month with some of my favorite red ones, as well as just some of my favorite books that happen to have red covers. And I may or may... Continue Reading →
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