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Book Review: The Unseen by Ania Ahlborn | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Unseen by Ania Ahlborn Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Gallery Books (August 19, 2025) Length: 384 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter Horror enthusiasts, are you a fan of the “creepy kid” trope?…
Book Review: Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Hemlock & Silver by T. Kingfisher Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Books (August 19, 2025) Length: 368 pages Author Information: Website As someone who reads just about everything T. Kingfisher…
Book Review: The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Enchanted Greenhouse by Sarah Beth Durst Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Romance Series: Book 2 of The Spellshop Publisher: Bramble (July 15, 2025) Length: 384 pages Author Information: Website I was so excited when I…
Book Review: The Library at Hellebore by Cassandra Khaw | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Library at Hellebore by Cassandra Khaw Mogsy’s Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Nightfire (July 22, 2025) Length: 288 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter Time for another unpopular opinion, but despite the…
Book Review: Bald-Faced Liar by Victoria Helen Stone | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Bald-Faced Liar by Victoria Helen Stone Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Thriller, Suspense Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Lake Union Publishing (June 17, 2025) Length: 300 pages Author Information: Website As you can probably guess from the…
Audiobook Review: Never Flinch by Stephen King | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Never Flinch by Stephen King Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Suspense, Thriller Series: Book 4 of Holly Gibney Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio (May 27, 2025) Length: 14 hrs and 44…
DNF Round-Up | The BiblioSanctum
Apparently, my last DNF Round-Up post was all the way back in January, and I was really hoping I wouldn’t need to write another one this year. But then summer hit. Up until a couple of months ago, things were actually going pretty well on the reading front, but there’s just something about the season…
Audiobook Review: Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Historical Fiction Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Macmillan Audio (June 10, 2025) Length: 18 hrs and 26…
Book Review: The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Horror, Historical Fiction Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Del Rey (July 15, 2025) Length: 368 pages Author Information: Website Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a truly versatile author. No matter…
Book Review: Wearing the Lion by John Wiswell | The BiblioSanctum
received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Wearing the Lion by John Wiswell Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Mythology Series: Stand Alone Publisher: DAW (June 17, 2025) Length: 384 pages Author Information: Website After my first experience with John Wiswell ended up…
Book Review: One Yellow Eye by Leigh Radford | The BiblioSanctum
received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. One Yellow Eye by Leigh Radford Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Gallery Books (July 15, 2025) Length: 352 pages Author Information: Website I have read a lot of zombie books, and…
Book Review: My Ex, the Antichrist by Craig DiLouie | The BiblioSanctum
received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. My Ex, the Antichrist by Craig DiLouie Mogsy’s Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Run For It (July 1, 2025) Length: 406 pages Author Information: Website Craig DiLouie has been on a roll lately, and…
Book Review: No Lie Lasts Forever by Mark Stevens | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. No Lie Lasts Forever by Mark Stevens Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Thriller, Mystery Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Thomas & Mercer (June 1, 2025) Length: 457 pages Author Information: Website I went into No…
Audiobook Review: With A Vengeance by Riley Sager | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. With A Vengeance by Riley Sager Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 3 of 5 stars Genre: Thriller, Mystery Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Penguin Audio (June 10, 2025) Length: 10 hrs and 40 mins Author Information: Website | Twitter Narrators: Erin Bennett With…
Book Review: The Eye of the Bedlam Bride by Matt Dinniman | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Eye of the Bedlam Bride by Matt Dinniman Mogsy’s Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Science Fiction Series: Book 6 of Dungeon Crawler Carl Publisher: Ace (May 13, 2025) Length: 832 pages Author Information: Website Here we…
Book Review: The Palace of Illusions by Rowenna Miller | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Palace of Illusions by Rowenna Miller Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Redhook (June 10, 2025) Length: 480 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter Heading into The Palace of…
Book Review: The Bachelorette Party by Camilla Sten | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Bachelorette Party by Camilla Sten Mogsy’s Rating: 3 of 5 stars Genre: Mystery, Thriller Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Minotaur Books (June 10, 2025) Length: 304 pages Author Information: Website I’ll kick this off by saying I’ve previously read…
Book Review: A Dance of Lies by Brittney Arena | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. A Dance of Lies by Brittney Arena Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Romance Series: Book 1 Publisher: Del Rey (June 10, 2025) Length: 448 pages Author Information: Website The romantasy genre has exploded…
Audiobook Review: We Live Here Now by Sarah Pinborough | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. We Live Here Now by Sarah Pinborough Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 4 of 5 stars Genre: Mystery, Thriller Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Macmillan Audio (May 20, 2025) Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Author Information: Website |…
Book Review: Scales by Christopher Hinz | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Scales by Christopher Hinz Mogsy’s Rating: 3 of 5 stars Genre: Science Fiction, Thrillers Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Angry Robot (April 8, 2025) Length: 432 pages Author Information: Website Before I get into the meat of…
Book Review: Feeders by Matt Serafini | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Feeders by Matt Serafini Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Gallery Books (May 20, 2025) Length: 416 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter I just recently watched The Substance, that crazy body…
Book Review: Anji Kills A King by Evan Leikam | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Anji Kills A King by Evan Leikam Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Rising Tide Publisher: Tor (May 13, 2025) Length: 368 pages Author Information: Website Anji Kills a King by…
Book Review: The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig Mogsy’s Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Stonewater Kingdom Publisher: Orbit (May 20, 2025) Length: 400 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter I confess I had my doubts…
Book Review: The Devils by Joe Abercrombie | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Devils by Joe Abercrombie Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Devils Publisher: Tor Books (May 13, 2025) Length: 576 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter I feel like I read…
Book Review: Eat the Ones You Love by Sarah Maria Griffin | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Eat the Ones You Love by Sarah Maria Griffin Mogsy’s Rating: 3 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Books (April 22, 2025) Length: 288 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter Lately, I seem to…
Book Review: Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Romance, Fantasy Series: Book 1 Publisher: Red Tower Books (May 6, 2025) Length: 528 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter The romantasy genre…
Audiobook Review: The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Maid's Secret by Nita Prose Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 4 of 5 stars Genre: Mystery Series: Book 3 of Molly the Maid Publisher: Random House Audio (April 8, 2025) Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins Author Information: Website…
Book Review: When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. When the Moon Hits Your Eye by John Scalzi Mogsy’s Rating: 2.5 of 5 stars Genre: Science Fiction, Humor Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Books (March 25, 2025) Length: 326 pages Author Information: Website I kind of miss when…
Book Review: The Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Staircase in the Woods by Chuck Wendig Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Del Rey (April 29, 2025) Length: 400 pages Author Information: Website I rarely miss picking up a new Chuck…
Book Review: When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy Mogsy’s Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Tor Nightfire (April 22, 2025) Length: 304 pages Author Information: Website I have to admit, the…
Book Review: The Ghost Woods by C.J. Cooke | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Ghost Woods by C.J. Cooke Mogsy’s Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Historical Fiction, Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Berkley (April 29, 2025) Length: 384 pages Author Information: Website This is the fifth book I’ve read by C.J.…
Book Review: The Butcher’s Masquerade by Matt Dinniman | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Butcher's Masquerade by Matt Dinniman Mogsy’s Rating: 5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Science Fiction Series: Book 5 of Dungeon Crawler Carl Publisher: Ace (April 8, 2025) Length: 720 pages Author Information: Website Five books in, and Matt…
Book Review: Cold Eternity by S.A. Barnes | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Cold Eternity by S.A. Barnes Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Science Fiction, Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Nightfire | Macmillan Audio (April 8, 2025) Length: 293 pages | 9 hrs and 38 mins Author Information: Website There’s…
Book Review: Senseless by Ronald Malfi | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Senseless by Ronald Malfi Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror, Thriller Series: Stand Alone Publisher: Titan Books (April 15, 2025) Length: 432 pages Author Information: Website Ronald Malfi is currently one of my favorite authors and I’ve…
Book Review: Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. Another Fine Mess by Lindy Ryan Mogsy's Rating: 4 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Book 2 of Bless Your Heart Publisher: Minotaur Books (April 15, 2025) Length: 368 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter I think…
Book Review: The Cut by C.J. Dotson | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Cut by C.J. Dotson Mogsy’s Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Horror Series: Stand Alone Publisher: St. Martin's Press (April 8, 2025) Length: 304 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter The Cut by C.J. Dotson was a book where…
Book Review: The Notorious Virtues by Alwyn Hamilton | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Notorious Virtues by Alwyn Hamilton Mogsy’s Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Notorious Virtues Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers (April 1, 2025) Length: 320 pages Author Information: Website | Twitter After years of…
Audiobook Review: The Fourth Consort by Edward Ashton | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Fourth Consort by Edward Ashton Mogsy’s Rating (Overall): 3.5 of 5 stars Genre: Science Fiction Series: Stand Alone/Book 1 Publisher: Macmillan Audio (February 25, 2025) Length: 8 hrs and 25 mins Narrator: Barrie Kreinik I…
Book Review: A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. A Drop of Corruption by Robert Jackson Bennett Mogsy’s Rating: 5 of 5 stars Genre: Fantasy, Mystery Series: Book 2 of Shadow of the Leviathan Publisher: Del Rey (April 1, 2025) Length: 480 pages Author Information: Website Last year,…
Book Review: The Scorpion and the Night Blossom by Amélie Wen Zhao | The BiblioSanctum
I received a review copy from the publisher. This does not affect the contents of my review and all opinions are my own. The Scorpion and the Night Blossom by Amélie Wen Zhao Mogsy’s Rating: 3 of 5 stars Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy Series: Book 1 of The Three Realms Duology Publisher: Delacorte Press (March 4, 2025)…