Looking for something small but mighty? Here are 3 novellas I read in January 😉
A Psalm for the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Wow! This book is really beautiful. It’s slow-going, at first, because we need space to get to know Dex and their world. I think that the conversations between Dex and Mosscap hit this wonderful cross-section between humorous, reflective, emotional, and grounding.
There are so many quotes that I loved but I think the message that affected me the most was about purpose. I’m not gonna share what exactly, as I don’t wanna spoil it for y’all!
Also a heads-up, the adventure with the robot doesn’t begin until halfway through the book so you’ve gotta be patient! This is the first in a series.
The Black God's Drums by P. Djèlà Clark
This is a mysterious & kinda cute YA speculative fiction book. It has a sort of steampunk vibe & takes place in a version of the U.S. where the Confederacy doesn’t lose the war. However, this is done well as it imagines New Orleans as even more connected to Haiti & Yoruba gods. The MC is headstrong which is always needed in an adventure like this. Her story is filled with spy craft, powerful women, & love of her city.
I enjoyed this book but would have loved a bit more character-building for the MC. The audiobook narrator also pronounces New Orleans differently than I’ve heard natives say it. This was distracting, at times.
In the Shadow of the Fall by Tobi Ogundiran
I am hooked!In The Shadow Of The Fall is a story about belonging, secrets, and faith. Despite this being so short, I felt fully immersed and invested in Ashâke’s journey. She has longed to be with her peers as a priestess and feels like something must be wrong with her if the orisha have yet to contact her. The pacing of this book starts off a little bit slow, builds some intrigue and then picks up speed towards the end. I’m assuming that is because the second book is meant to bring the action. I’m ready for that!
I highly recommend this book to everyone!
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