Tes Medovich

incredibly diverse, complex fantasy sci-fi triller

Revisado: 06-04-19

I finished The Fever King yesterday and I can’t stop thinking about it! It’s a bit of a mix of X-Men, Mr. Robot, & Schwab’s Vicious. This #ownvoices sci-fi/fantasy YA thriller features a queer, Jewish main character navigating a world where magic is a deadly virus. Those who survive infection outbreaks find themselves to be Witchings — wielding new powers, torn from their former lives, and thrust into training among the magical elite.
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This story is full of diverse, morally gray characters who’ll make you doubtful of where to place your trust. There are complex dynamics between privileged citizens of Carolinia and refugees fleeing magic-savaged areas that are not only compelling, but incredibly relevant to current events. The political and moral theories explored by characters will leave readers questioning long after finishing the book. Plus there’s an angst-y, slow burn romance you’ll swoon over. ♡
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Victoria Lee created a seriously gripping, multi-layered story that had me racing to the finish! Her prose is absolutely lovely and her descriptions left me feeling a bit homesick ♡ If you’re looking for an awesome lgbtq book to add to your Pride Month TBR, I suggest picking this one up!

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Loved it!

Revisado: 01-25-19

This was such a fun romp and I just adored the narration! Short but sweet ♡

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Fun adventure in the world of ASOIAF

Revisado: 11-12-18

I loved this #fun romp through the pre-GoT world of ASOIAF. It was #suspenseful like any good adventure story. Far less dense than the main novels. Perfect narrator choice. I hope GRRM continues with the #shortstories ! #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Gaiman + mythology

Revisado: 11-12-18

What could be better? Gaiman is one of the only authors who improve upon their books by self-narrating them. This #retelling of Norse myths is fun and #funny - great for readers who aren’t already super familiar with the myths. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Totally enthralling!

Revisado: 11-12-18

First, Guidall is one of my favorite narrators ever! He did a wonderful job with the text. Second - what a #dark and #clever historical fiction novel! I immediately bought the sequel once I’d finished. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Gorgeously narrated

Revisado: 11-12-18

I adore Stephen Fry as an actor, narrator, and all-around person. He was the perfect choice for this collection and his intros to the stories were #brilliant and as #quirky as I’d expect. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Wow wow wow!

Revisado: 11-12-18

What an absolutely amazing ending to this duology! Bardugo writes such #compelling characters and such interesting #fantasy arcs. Her prose is #magical itself. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Addictive YA fantasy!

Revisado: 11-12-18

I adore the Grishaverse #fantasy world that Bardugo created with Shadow and Bone and continues with this duology. Ketterdam is #gritty and so are the #diverse characters! It’s basically Peaky Blinders plus a bit of magic. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Just, whoa.

Revisado: 11-12-18

In a few words: #powerful, horrifying, visceral


First, context: this was my first Stephen King novel - an earnest recommendation from my favorite Queen of King, @Jobis89 on IG. I’ve also only ever seen two film adaptations - neither of which was Pet Sematary.

I feel like King is one of those cultural threads that’s woven so deeply that everyone, even non-readers, are aware of his influence. Despite awareness, though, I wasn’t fully prepared for the experience of it. I admit that I walked into this book with some misconceptions.

I’d assumed that this would be a book equivalent of a gory slasher flick. Now, I LOVE 80s and 90s #horror movies, but I wasn’t too sold on the idea of jump scares and cornsyrup gore translating well on page. Likely chock full of supernatural elements getting in the way of actual characterization, my expectations were not extremely high.

Pet Sematary wasn’t that. Not at all.

Above all things, this is a book about grief. About the ugliness of it and the terrifying madness that it brings up to the surface in all of us. Yes, there is a supernatural element, but it is not the main focus. It serves as a vehicle to tell the story.

There is a slow build at the beginning, but it’s not an obstacle to trudge through to reach the “good stuff”. I desperately clung to the normalcy and ease of the first few chapters. It was as if the ground had began slowly tilting and I wanted to keep myself from sliding down into the darkness I knew waited below.

When I finally descended into the #dark, it pressed against my own wounds of grief and fears that I never dare to even whisper aloud. King forces you to give in and feel the rawness of emotions. At one point, I found myself openly sobbing with an intensity that surprised myself. Other times, I read quietly crying or with a clenched jaw and tight throat.

And, of course, the horror. Oh, the horror of it all had my stomach roiling and my heart racing. My arms broke out in goosebumps too many times to count. It wasn’t cheap jump scares or gross special effects monsters. It was guttural and terrifying and so real.

Scary stories are just scary stories unless they are able to thrum that inner chord inside of you. Feeling the dread reverberate throughout your whole body turns it into something more.

I could say so much more, but I’m still reeling from finishing it a few minutes ago. I will say, though, that I’m already anxious and excited to pick up another King book. 🖤
#tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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Stunning debut!

Revisado: 11-12-18

What a beautifully brutal #youngadult take on Viking #fantasy ! Fierce and actionpacked! I loved it! #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

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