Queue the Quipster Review: The Risen Empire by Scott Westerfeld

17 April 2013 Natassia 0

Popular young adult author, Scott Westerfeld, brings his unique style to adult science fiction in The Risen Empire. Oftentimes referred to as a space opera, the captivating story is more like an action packed space adventure, with space battles and glimmers into the future. Without losing his particular form of […]

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Taken by Benedict Jacka

19 March 2013 Natassia 0

Through plot twists and turns, Benedict Jacka takes us on another enthralling adventure in his third installment of the Alex Verus novels. The most suspenseful to date, Taken strikes at the heart with an investigation that makes us question what lengths we would go to in order to project our […]

The Best of All Possible Worlds by Karen Lord

17 March 2013 Natassia 1

A charming science fiction novel, The Best of All Possible Worlds by Karen Lord is a tale of truly alien customs. Lord writes a harmonious dance of foreign and familiar; with unique characters and a truly fascinating journey of government funded scientific research, Lord excels. A romance story unlike many, […]

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Cursed by Benedict Jacka

5 March 2013 Natassia 0

The Alex Verus series is masterfully continued in Benedict Jacka’s Cursed. Action packed and amusement in spades, Cursed only adds to the already fabulous series. Jacka once again delivers an entertaining book. Fans and newcomers alike will instantly find themselves enchanted by the world of Alex Verus and his misadventures […]

Lilith by Toby Tate

4 March 2013 Natassia 0

With suspense in spades, Toby Tate makes his debut in Lilith. Each plot twist is edged with a sense of mystery and thrill and Tate fully realizes the aircraft carrier backdrop. Taking an old tale of and turning it on its head, Tate brings an entertaining story in Lilith. Before […]

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The Six Gun Tarot by R.S Belcher

27 February 2013 Natassia 0

In a blend of old and new, R.S Belcher’s The Six Gun Tarot brings an entertaining read. With an ensemble cast, Belcher draws reference from old world fantasy and mythology from many faiths and cultures blending all in an epic fashion. With a western setting, The Six Gun Tarot feels […]

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A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan

26 February 2013 Natassia 0

In an engaging journey of true passion, Marie Brennan’s A Natural History of Dragons catapults the reader into an epic tale of one woman’s life, finding her passion and having the courage to act on it. A Natural History of Dragons brings a world which is truly familiar yet beautifully different; letting […]

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The Steampunk Gazette by Major Tinker

25 February 2013 Natassia 0

A creatively informative compilation, The Steampunk Gazette is a go to guide for information on all things steampunk. The editor-in-chief, John Naylor aka Major Tinker, shares his unique view of steampunk. The Steampunk Gazette is more than just the expressions of one man as it encompasses various aspects of steampunk […]

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Power Under Pressure by Andrew P. Mayer

24 February 2013 Natassia 0

The Society of Steam trilogy concludes in Andrew P. Mayer’s Power Under Pressure. I dived right into reading directly after finishing Hearts of Smoke and Steam and was glad I did. Each plot twist was cleverly wrapped up in Power Under Pressure and as a whole, the trilogy stands as […]

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Fated by Benedict Jacka

23 February 2013 Natassia 1

Benedict Jacka brings to life a uniquely entertaining urban fantasy in his Alex Verus Novels. Fated, the premiere to the series, is the perfect introduction to a London where things aren’t always what they seem. Filled with intrigue, suspense, and plenty of action, Fated is the perfect mix of substance […]