New Realms of Fantasy Column / Reviews Database Update

In the April 2010 issue of Realms of Fantasy, I cover the following books: Ice by Sarah Beth Durst Lips Touch: Three Times by Laini Taylor, illustrated by Jim Di Bartolo Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stahl The … Continue reading

Leviathan, by Scott Westerfeld, (Simon Pulse, 2009)

It’s 1914, and the world is about to erupt into war. On one side, the British Darwinists, who use genetically-engineered creatures for everything from manufacturing to warfare. On the other side, the Austro-Hungarians and Germans, who prefer to use Clankers, … Continue reading

Once A Witch, by Carolyn MacCullough, (Clarion Books, 2009)

Alone among her magically-gifted family, Tamsin Greene has failed to develop a Talent, causing her to pull away from them in hopes of creating a normal life. However, while working in the family bookstore, she takes advantage of mistaken identity … Continue reading

Never Cry Werewolf, by Heather Davis (HarperTeen, 2009)

After Shelby gets caught with the wrong boy once too often, her parents send her to Camp Sweetwater, hoping some tough love will straighten her out. Instead, she meets Austin, the enigmatic son of a rock star, who’s also secretly … Continue reading

Devoured, by Amanda Marrone, (Simon Pulse, 2009)

After taking a summer job at a local amusement park to keep an eye on her boyfriend (who may be cheating on her), Megan’s life takes on a rather ominous tone. First, the ghost of her twin sister Remy, who … Continue reading

Devil’s Kiss, by Sarwat Chadda (Disney Hyperion, 2009)

As the newest squire, and only girl, in the modern-day remnants of the Knights Templar, Billi SanGreal is under a lot of pressure to live up to her family’s legacy, even though she’d rather lead a normal life. However, there’s … Continue reading

Hush, Hush, by Becca Fitzpatrick (Simon & Schuster, 2009)

Nora Grey’s orderly existence is thrown into upheaval when her new bio partner, a sexy transfer student named Patch, begins stalking her. Alternately frightened by and attracted to Patch, Nora can’t get him out of her life or her mind. … Continue reading

The Splendor Falls, by Rosemary Clement-Moore (Delacorte Press, 2009)

After a nasty injury ends her career, teen ballerina Sylvie Davis is sent to recuperate with a cousin in Alabama, where she can try to mend both body and spirit. What she discovers is a rich family history she knew … Continue reading

Ballad, by Maggie Stiefvater (Flux, 2009)

Bagpipe prodigy James and his best friend Deirdre thought attending Thornking-Ash School for Music would be quiet and faerie-free, following the tragic events of the summer before. If anything, life is about to get even more complicated. While Deirdre is … Continue reading

Bitter Angels, by C.L. Anderson (Bantam Spectra, 2009)

Over three decades ago, Terese Drajeske retired from the Guardians, and from the business of preventing war from threatening Earth and its far-flung colonies. The last thing she ever expected or wanted was to be recalled to active duty, but … Continue reading