ARC Review: Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson

"Sorcery of Thorns" by Margaret Rogerson

Publishing Date: June 4th, 2019 | Target: YA & Teens | Pages: 464

"All sorcerers are evil. Elisabeth has known that as long as she has known anything. Raised as a foundling in one of Austermeer’s Great Libraries, Elisabeth has grown up among the tools of sorcery—magical grimoires that whisper on shelves and rattle beneath iron chains. If provoked, they transform into grotesque monsters of ink and leather. She hopes to become a warden, charged with protecting the kingdom from their power. As her alliance with Nathaniel grows stronger, Elisabeth starts to question everything she’s been taught—about sorcerers, about the libraries she loves, even about herself. For Elisabeth has a power she has never guessed, and a future she could never have imagined. Then an act of sabotage releases the library’s most dangerous grimoire. Elisabeth’s desperate intervention implicates her in the crime, and she is torn from her home to face justice in the capital. With no one to turn to but her sworn enemy, the sorcerer Nathaniel Thorn, and his mysterious demonic servant, she finds herself entangled in a centuries-old conspiracy. Not only could the Great Libraries go up in flames, but the world along with them."

Props for your Bookstagram

The Bookstagram hashtag is known for having numerous cozy pictures of books. Each Instagrammer has their own themes, from cute to fantastical. Do you have a theme? If so, what is it? If not, what could it be? I find that themes can make Bookstagrams look cohesive and clean. My theme happens to be inspired by the woods surrounding me. You'll find that a lot of these items are related to my theme, but, I hope you may be able to apply them to your own. A lot of these items can be found in thrift shops or on walks outside your home.

10 Ideas for Library Displays

In my experience, both professionally and as a patron, displays can be a very powerful tool to help circulate materials. I love creating displays that can catch the potential reader's attention. With that being said, here is a list of 10 Library Display Ideas that I hope you try out!

Poetry Month: Spring Magic

Spring Magic

The World is very old; but year by year it groweth new again when buds appear. The World is very old and sometimes sad; but when the daisies come the World is glad. The World is very old; But every Spring It Groweth young again, and fairies sing. 

"Stalking Jack the Ripper" by Kerri Maniscalco | Book Review

Prior to reading Stalking Jack the Ripper, I don't believe that I had read anything similar to it before. If I did then I apparently didn't care much for it. Kerri Maniscalco brings so much heart and adventure to these books that it's a difficult to put them down.

Audrey Rose Wadsworth is a 17 year old girl born into a respected family during the Victorian era. Because of this, her expected purpose is to sit around the gossip circle and embroider her life away. But what a boring story that would be if she followed what her father and society told her. Instead, Audrey Rose follows in the footsteps of her Uncle. Secretly, she studies under him as he teaches her the ways of forensic science. Here, she meets the annoying yet wonderful, Mr. Thomas Cresswell. Thomas is very intelligent and often portrayed as being cold and calculating. It's funny, but Thomas is actually my favorite character in the series. His wit and charm cuts through Audrey's, at times, harsh attitude. The two are a fantastic duo.

Stalking Jack the Ripper can be a difficult read for those with a sensitivity to the morbid or gruesome, as it involves a serial murder mystery similar to the actual Jack the Ripper slayings. Included within the book are historical images that look eerie (but nothing horrible). Since this is a spoiler-free review, I won't say exactly what happens but I will say that the conclusion to the story was unpredictable for me. Kerri Maniscalco keeps you guessing as to who Jack could be and it's such a surprise when they are unveiled. All in all, the character of Audrey Rose and her ability to never give up her dreams makes the story empowering and I'd highly recommend the series. I mean, it is my favorite after all...

★★★★★ 5/5. 

Library Haul # 1

Let me tell you, when I first started as a Page for my local library, I stocked up on a plethora of books. It was bad. Because at that time, our library was not fine free. Goodness. But I digress! 4 years later, I've switched positions and have a little more self control. Here's my current haul.

The Wonderful World of Washington

As a Native Washingtonian, I've got the insider's scoop for you! I absolutely adore this awesome state. We not only have coffee capital of states, Seattle; but we have an amazing range of beautiful cities. Each one of these cities are different in their own ways. From a Lavendar town to an entire Christmas wonderland. The state is so large that even I haven't been to all of the areas around here and I've lived here my entire life! Keep on reading to view my most favorite spots of the state.

The Seeds of a Forest | Starting up!

Welcome to A Forest Of Fables! This is my little spot on the internet where I talk about my main interests: books, traveling and art. I hope you find your stay here enjoyable. Thanks for checking it out!