Volume 1 of Lord of the Mysteries is a deeply immersive introduction to one of the most unique fantasy worlds in modern fiction. Written by Cuttlefish That Loves Diving, it blends steampunk, horror, and mystery into a setting that feels both eerie and intellectually engaging. What makes this first volume stand out is its deliberate... Continue Reading →
If Malice was the promise, Valor is the proof, John Gwynne is writing something truly masterful. Valor is the second book in The Faithful And The Fallen written by John Gwynne and it certainly succeeded in pushing off the strong base built by Malice. In Malice the plot was driven forward at a startling rate,... Continue Reading →
What makes Project Hail Mary stand out is how fun it is while still being deeply scientific. The problem-solving is detailed—lots of physics, biology, and chemistry, but it never feels dry as it’s tied directly to survival. Meanwhile, the film adaptation of Project Hail Mary aims to translate the book’s internal, science-heavy narrative into a... Continue Reading →
The entire series of The Faithful And The Fallen by John Gwynne is in essence a story of opposites, this theme is prominent from the very start of the series and over the course of this four part review (one for each book) we will explore both the obvious and the many enigmas in John... Continue Reading →
Jonathan Livingston Seagull has sold over a million copies and is widely regarded as a modern fable of self-discovery. So why did 144 pages leave me more bewildered than inspired? The answer lies in between intent and execution, as the themes of the book are relevant and powerful. But the confusing way that Richard Bach... Continue Reading →
Ruin is where John Gwynne truly begins to tighten his grip on the reader’s throat and refuses to let go. If Malice was the careful laying of foundations, then Ruin is the moment those foundations are tested under the crushing weight of consequence, betrayal, and war. This third installment in The Faithful And The Fallen... Continue Reading →
While I read through Romeo and Juliet I saw just how quickly violence erupted in the streets of Verona, and I felt that Shakespeare was trying to warn us on how fast hatred can grow when fueled by senseless people. Due to this I wrote this poem titled "Senseless Weeds”. Two names carved in deep... Continue Reading →
