Daughter of Sekhmet by Abigail Keyes takes place in ancient Egypt during the reign of Ramesses the Great. I couldn't help but be reminded of Assassin's Creed Origins in exploring this rich world we don't often see save in documentaries. I appreciate the originality of setting a story in a time period and location readers… Continue reading Review: Daughter of Sekhmet by Abigail Keyes
A Poisoner's Tale by Cathryn Kemp gives life to the alleged real life 17th century poisoner Giulia Tofana. Kemp's tale opens in Palermo, Sicily where Giulia is taught by her mother how to make the infamous Aqua Tofana poison. While her mother charges for other herbalist and remedy work, distribution of the Aqua is always… Continue reading Review: A Poisoner’s Tale by Cathryn Kemp
Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury comes recommended to me by a friend. I enjoy sci-fi and horror, but surprisingly have never read any Bradbury! That said, I did not know quite what to expect in terms of prose and style. SWTWC follows 13 year olds Will and Jim as they uncover the… Continue reading Review: Something Wicked This Way Comes by Ray Bradbury
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