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Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Ransom Riggs | 2013 | Children, Young Adult (YA)
8
7.9 (128 Ratings)
Book Rating
Interesting concept. Its like a fantasy novel for children. Historical references were neat. Read an interview with the author and he used the pictures to build the story around them. Thus, they fit into the story perfectly. At times, they seemed forced upon the story though. Kept my attention and was pretty light reading. The movie version will be interesting also.
  
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Merissa (12934 KP) created a post

Jan 8, 2021  
"A book that takes you out of your usual comfort zone, and it does it in such a way, you do NOT see it coming!"

A War of Daisies (The Four Horsewomen of the Apocalypse #1) by A.A. Chamberlynn - @Archaeolibrary, @debbiereadsbook, #Historical, #Fantasy, 5 out of 5 (exceptional)

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Merissa (12934 KP) created a post

Oct 29, 2020  
"...you get an intricately woven story that gives great descriptions of both the time and (imaginary) place with the plans and defences they have to work with."

TOUR, REVIEW & #GIVEAWAY - She's the One Who Thinks Too Much by S.R. Cronin - @GoddessFish, @Archaeolibrary, @cinnabar01, #Historical, #Fantasy, 4 out of 5 (very good)

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The Gaelic King (2017)
The Gaelic King (2017)
2017 | Action, Adventure, Fantasy
6
6.3 (6 Ratings)
Movie Rating
Fantasy set in a historical setting, but is it good?
The Gaelic King is a low budget fantasy film set in historical Scotland. An exiled king is forced to unite with his once enemies to face a larger threat, a shadow army at the command of a powerful witch.
Honestly, this is a tough one to review. It doesn't do a whole lot wrong, but it doesn't Excel at anything either, it's stuck somewhere in between.

The film has passable acting, is well paced and has a solid storyline. The effects range from ok to bad, but it doesn't compromise the film too much. The music is great but is not balanced well with the sound of the movie, often overpowering dialogue.
Overall, it doesn't bring anything new or unexpected. It won't wow you, but you shouldn't cringe too much either. It's essentially the definition of mediocre.
  
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Tenth Stone (A.D. Chronicles, #10)
2
2.0 (1 Ratings)
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The Thoene's bring back characters from earlier books to retell the story of the Prodigal Son. However, they turn their historical fiction into fantasy and kill the climax of what should have been a powerful book. I'm debating whether I will continue to read them or not.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/05/book-review-tenth-stone-by-bodie-and.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
Greg Rich finds himself sucked back through time to early 1600's Paris where he must unite teenage musketeers to save his parents. A kids book that combines elements of fantasy with historical fiction, I enjoyed it, although I did find the set up a bit too long.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-last-musketeer-by-stuart.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.
  
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Merissa (12934 KP) created a post

Jan 11, 2021  
This was a great story that kept my attention from start to finish. It has left me with questions I can't wait to see answered.

TOUR, REVIEW & #GIVEAWAY - The Foes Between Us (The Last Wizard Series #1) by J.M. Robison - @Archaeolibrary, @GoddessFish, @JMRobison, #Historical, #Fantasy, 4 out of 5 (very good)

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Merissa (12934 KP) created a post

Feb 15, 2021  
"I loved seeing the same events happening through Coral's eyes, giving me a much fuller idea of what was happening."

She's the One Who Cares Too Much (War Stories of the Seven Troublesome Sisters #2) by S. R. Cronin - @GoddessFish, @Archaeolibrary, @cinnabar01, #Historical, #Fantasy, 4 out of 5 (very good)

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The Lady and the Highwayman
The Lady and the Highwayman
8
8.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
For anyone looking for a fun, historical fiction novel that has just a touch of romance, and even some, adventure, fantasy and horror elements, Sarah M. Eden’s latest novel “The Lady and the Highwayman” set in Victorian London might be just the thing for you. If that sounds interesting, I hope you’ll read my latest #bookreview on my blog now. https://tcl-bookreviews.com/2019/09/01/three-for-the-price-of-one/
  
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BookwormMama14 (18 KP) rated Fawkes in Books

Jan 2, 2019  
Fawkes
Fawkes
Nadine Brandes | 2018 | Young Adult (YA)
10
9.5 (4 Ratings)
Book Rating
A stunning masterpiece. Melding history and fantasy into an unforgettable story.

I can not get over just how much I have come to love this story! There is so much history in this story that I was shocked by how well the author was able to mingle such a rich fantasy aspect to the story as well.

This story has so much to captivate the imagination, magic, romance, battles, plots, alliances, and true history! Brandes has created such a world of Colors that makes me believe color speak is possible. I am so impressed I am in a sort of color-daze.

The bottom line, if you enjoy YA Fantasy you will fall in LOVE with this story. If you enjoy historical books but haven't been brave enough to give the fantasy genre a try yet...I have a feeling you will enjoy this one. So be brave, give it a try...You may just fall in love with a new author!

I received a complimentary copy of Fawkes from the publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.