M.A. Kropp: Writer, Blogger, GeekGirl. My Life. My Words. My Way.
The City Stained Red by Sam Sykes My rating: 4 of 5 stars This was my first book by Sam Sykes, and it was a good introduction to his works. The book opens with a band of adventurers (read: mercenaries) on a mission to collect the payment owed to them by their latest employer. They … Continue reading Friday Review: The City Stained Red (Bring Down Heaven #1) by Sam Sykes
Well, I have been sitting here for a few minutes, trying to figure out something to say. Now, that's a comment on my life, isn't it? These Monday posts are supposed to be general updates, stuff that's happening, and random ramblings on the world and life in general. And I can't come up with anything. … Continue reading Monday Musings: Life? What Life?
(From Chapter Four) “Good morning, Mr. Conner,” she said, smiling. “Good morning, Sheila,” Philip answered. “We have guests today. This is Laira’s sister, Kaili, and her partner, Jeff MacKenzie. Sheila is one of our geologists. Why don’t you tell them what you are doing, Sheila?” “I’m very sorry about your grandmother,” Sheila said to Kaili. … Continue reading Excerpt from Circle Unbroken (Coming in August)
It is now live and available for purchase from Smashwords (in all ebook formats, including Kindle), Amazon, and Google Play. It should be available at Barnes and Noble, Kobo, iBooks, and other ebook sellers soon. iBooks may take a bit longer, as Apple does their own review after books are distributed to them. Links are … Continue reading Release Day: Survival of the Fittest
Oh, it is so beautiful on this Sunday afternoon! It is sunny and warm, and there is very little snow out there. I think we may see "ice out" on my little pond in a week or so. I even have the door and a few windows open. It is about time!! We have a … Continue reading Monday Musings: Warm Weather, Yucky Dog Story, Birthday, and Bread Baking
The Color of Magic by Terry Pratchett My rating: 4 of 5 stars As most fans of fantasy know, the world lost the incredible Sir Terry Pratchett recently. I decided to re-read The Colour of Magic (it's greenish-purple, by the way) as a little tribute to Sir Terry. Love his stuff or not, he was … Continue reading Friday Review: The Colour of Magic (Discworld #1) by Terry Pratchett
We had our family Easter dinner on Friday this year. It was the only day everyone could get together. We were at Krysta and Kleber's, and Steph, Jill, John, and Carter were all there. It was nice to have everyone in one place. It's been harder and harder to find times for these holiday get-togethers … Continue reading Monday Musings: Easter Dinner (Early Bird Style), The End of the Syrup Season, Spring?, and A New Bread Book
Without a Summer by Mary Robinette Kowal My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is the third book in Kowal's Glamourist Histories, and it is quite as good as the other two. In Without A Summer, Jane and Vincent are commissioned to construct a glamour in London. They bring Jane's sister, Melody, along because Melody's … Continue reading Friday Review: Without A Summer by Mary Robinette Kowal
There was no Monday Musings post yesterday. We were away for the weekend at a chili cook off, and I needed yesterday for a recovery day. Funny thing is, I didn't really feel as tired as I usually do right after the cook off on Saturday, but by the time we stopped for lunch on … Continue reading Tuesday Thoughts
The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner My rating: 4 of 5 stars I picked this up after seeing Neil Gaiman mention it in a blog post, or some other online posting. It was published originally in 1960, and is, I suppose, a children's book. It is not a simple book, written to be read … Continue reading Friday Review: The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner
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