Mindy's Book Journey

  Title: The Gravity of Existence Author: Christina Sng Genre:  Poetry (Horror, Science Fiction, Fantasy) Published: 12/5/22 by Interstellar Flight Press   I received a copy for review through NetGalley. This is a really great collection of poetry. There are horror, science fiction and fantasy poems included. It is divided into sections of various themes. Those themes include monsters, ghost stories, fairy tales, innovations in science, death and sickness, apocalyptic, and space travel. Each poem was very short, from a few lines to only a few going on to a second page. I will say that the fairy tale section was my least favorite of the collection, and that may come done to personal preference. I loved every other section. These are the kinds of ideas and stories I love to read about the most. Some poems were heartfelt and touching, some were interesting thought experiments, and some were positively spooky. I really enjoyed the use of language and word choice included. I...

  Title: Little Eve Author: Catriona Ward Genre: Horror Published: October, 11, 2022 by Tor Nightfire I received a copy through NetGalley.  On the wind-battered isle of Altnaharra, off the wildest coast of Scotland, a clan prepares to bring about the end of the world and its imminent rebirth. The Adder is coming and one of their number will inherit its powers. They all want the honor, but young Eve is willing to do anything for the distinction. A reckoning beyond Eve’s imagination begins when Chief Inspector Black arrives to investigate a brutal murder and their sacred ceremony goes terribly wrong. And soon all the secrets of Altnaharra will be uncovered. Goodreads Catriona Ward's writing style is really engaging and hooks the reader right from the start. Little Eve was a gothic, historical, cult horror story. It has a great start to start the mystery of what happened on Altnaharra Island. Then the secrets are revealed slowly with big reveals saved for the exciting clim...