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Recommended Reads

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Fantasy

FANTASY

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Adult

"The Atlantean setting was great, and the tie-in to Arthurian legend was very interesting too. Had a Tolkien feel to it."

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Adult

"I loved getting to have the little-known golem as one of the main protagonists. A very unique time period as well!"

Subgenre(s): Adventure

Target Audience: Middle Grade

"The Greek myths in modern-day. Such a fun and exciting adventure!"

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Children

"Enchanting and wistful! Draws you in with a character who is both "other" yet also relatable for anyone who has ever felt like they don't belong."

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Adult

"This book was written beautifully, so poetic and tragic in its depiction of the lives of Jews during WWII. I loved the golem element, which was woven in so well."

Subgenre(s): Romance 

Target Audience: Young Adult

"Wow, I loved this book. First off, it was hilarious. I laughed out loud multiple times while reading it. Second, I really enjoyed the combination of a Victorian setting, light paranormal element, and sweet romance."

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Adult

"The Atlantean setting was great, and the tie-in to Arthurian legend was very interesting too. Had a Tolkien feel to it."

Subgenre(s): Gothic, Romance

Target Audience: Young Adult

"A unique and interesting take on a classic. I could feel the emotional struggle between Pearl and Hake as they try to reconcile their love for each other with the differences that threaten to rip them apart."

Subgenre(s): Adventure

Target Audience: Young Adult

"This was such a cool adventure because you get Egyptian myths in a modern-day setting. It's very much like Riordan's Percy Jackson books, but the protagonists are not demigods in this story."

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Young Adult

"A fun adventure that feels surprisingly realistic, just set in an alternate past."

Subgenre(s): Historical

Target Audience: Adult

"What a beautiful book. It feels like watching a Chinese drama with its wonderful descriptions. The author sets the mood so well."

Science Ficton

SCIENCE FICTION

Subgenre(s): Adventure

Target Audience: Middle Grade

"This book and entire series were so unique and interesting! I loved getting to explore lots of different worlds."

CHRISTIAN FICTION

Subgenre(s): Fantasy

Target Audience: Adult

"Wow! This exciting adventure is full of suspense and includes a very powerful allegory of Genesis."

Subgenre(s): Suspense

Target Audience: Adult/New Adult

"Reminded me of The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. A very good reminder of the spiritual realm that, while it may not be seen, is still very present and shouldn't be forgotten."

Christian Fiction

MYSTERY

Subgenre(s): Cozy

Target Audience: Adult

"This murder mystery set in South Carolina had interesting twists that left me unsure who the villain was until the very end."

Mystery

REALISM

Subgenre(s): Magical Realism

Target Audience: Adult

"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It’s only the second magical realism book I’ve read, but I’ve decided this is a lovely genre. The setting of a small Southern town is nice, and the way magic is woven into the real world is charming. Highly recommended light read!"

Realism
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