I'm not sure what I can say about Fourth Wing that hasn't already been said. Is it the best written book out there? No. Is it a really fun read? Absolutely. I think I came across this book at the perfect time - I'd been reading so much dark stuff that a romantasy adventure was exactly what I needed.

 

I'm quickly becoming a huge fan of Rachel Harrison's work, and Bad Dolls is another excellent horror book from her! A collection of four short stories, Bad Dolls uses horror as a vehicle to examine female friendships, relationships, grief, and more. I'd have loved for this collection to be longer - it clocks in at only 192 pages (and I suspect there may be some font and margin fudging to make the physical copy even that long). However, it solidified my love of her writing and I can't wait to pick up more of her titles!

 

Chuck Tingle's first foray into mainstream fiction is a total hit. A little slow paced in parts, but I loved the characters and the message behind the book. It's totally haunting and will stick in your brain.

A twisty read that's totally implausible but so much fun. I can understand why everyone is reading this book - it's impossible to put down! Great for fans of mixed media books and true crime.

A wonderfully cosy horror book. I loved the characters (I would die for Ralph) and the journey they go on. Rachel Harrison is an author I discovered this year and I'm obsessed with her books.

Oh my god. This book was absolutely incredible, but not for the faint of heart. I didn't know that cottagecore horror was something I needed in my life, but I now need more of it. Easily one of my favourite books of 2023.

Not my favourite Junji Ito collection, but also not my least favourite. It sits solidly in the middle.

An absolutely wonderful, heartwarming novella! Highly recommended for fans of Japanese fiction (and food) and the Before the Coffee Gets Cold series. Just a warning: this book will make you hungry.

A beautiful look at death, grief, and the impact on those we leave behind. I absolutely love this series and this book takes a slightly different tone from the others, but suits the story and characters so well.