Jordan

Have you read any standout books this year? What did you love about it?
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I feel like I’ve had a lot of highly enjoyable reads, but these three are some of favorites so far - the kind of books that I completely disappeared into and was 100% invested:
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In January I read The Space Between Worlds by Michaiah Johnson. This is a sci-fi dealing with the multiverses. It is a tightly plotted, character-driven, slowburn of a story that explores classism and economic privilege, with an extremely compelling main character.
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In February I read Upon a Starlit Tide by Kell Woods. It is a beautifully told, historical fantasy. The author weaves together elements of the Little Mermaid and Cinderella in a tale that is as dark as it is enchanting. It’s a historical fantasy set in France where we follow Lucinde. She is the adopted daughter of a corsair with a physical disability. She longs not for the world of parties and society that she grew up in, but for the sea. We soon discover a world filled with secrets, fae, and old magic.
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Then most recently, I just finished The Raven Scholar by Antonia Hodgson. This is a delightfully twisty, political fantasy that just scratched my brain perfectly. This has trials to choose the next emperor, deep worldbuilding, and incredibly clever and well created characters. The high emphasis on interpersonal dynamics between the characters, combined with the plotting and pacing made it absolutely perfect for me. I am plain obsessed! Thank you @netgalley and @orbitbooks_us for the arc! It’s a new favorite!
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Have you read any of these, or do you have them on your radar?
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