Tag Archives: magic

The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee, Translated by Sandy Joosun Lee – a Book Review

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I can safely say this is unlike any other book I’ve read. For being billed an adult novel, it certainly has a very middle-grade children’s book vibe. The story is very sweet but simple and exudes magic from every angle. … Continue reading →

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The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown – a Book Review

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I am still overwhelmingly behind, the dread of catching up just pushing me to become even further behind. So here I am trying to remedy that. The plan is to do little else than write reviews for the next few … Continue reading →

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The Magic All Around by Jennifer Moorman – a Book Review

Posted on July 24, 2024 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

I initially found this book so intriguing because of the cover. Look at it, it’s utterly gorgeous and definitely exudes magic. However, I also initially had the fear that it might verge into the world of schmaltz, and I don’t … Continue reading →

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An Inheritance of Magic by Benedict Jacka – a Book Review

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Amy @ A Librarian and Her Books

This positively delightful cover is the first in a new series by Benedict Jacka, who is otherwise known for his Alex Verus series. I haven’t read it, but it’s quite popular with readers of urban fantasy. As a reader, I’m … Continue reading →

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