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This was a delightful romp through alternate worlds, following librarians with powers who are acting on orders from a mysterious Library. The world-building felt a little scattered, but the characters and plot were so much fun, and I‘m looking forward to the next one! I suppose this counts for #SeriesLove2023… even if this is the start of a new series and I intended to use the challenge to finish series already in progress! 😆

I was sitting here deciding which book to start tonight, opened up my eBook of The Invisible Library, saw this blurb from N.K. Jemisin, and poof! My decision is made. I mean, remote-controlled alligators? 🤯😂🙌🏼 If I‘d known that before, this book might not have sat on my Kindle unread for this long.

Hell's Library meets Veronica Speedwell. Once upon a time I avoided series like the plague and now I am over the moon realizing there are seven more books in this world to read. The librarian with powers and the book hunting/mysteries/heists and the sharp detective and the apprentice who's more than he seems and the rival and the hinted character back stories. Oh, yes, please! My kind of fantasy. Bit predictable? Yes, but it makes me feel smart!

Oo, oo! New word! I've seen insidious many a time, but I can't recall an invidious:
"(of an action or situation) likely to arouse or incur resentment or anger in others."
"(of a comparison or distinction) unfairly discriminating; unjust."
Borders on an onomatopoeia - sounds like you're expressing distaste just pronouncing it. IN-vidi-ous! ?

Lonely books. 😢

I read the first two books of the Invisible Library this year and they're really fun. There's a magical library, alternate wotlds, heists, dragons and fae. What's not to love?

#adventrecommends @emilyrose_x

Books + guns => latest version of 'carrot and stick'? 🙃

Priorities. 📚

#currentread #ivehadthisforever #itsabouttime #roll100

The in between between worlds, held in existence by virtue of the books housed there. The Invisible Library functions to ‘collect and preserve‘ unique and important works of literature connecting it to the existing alternate worlds. In this first book, a young librarian and her student find themselves entrenched in a generations old vendetta. They must trust each other and unlikely friends if they want to save themselves and the Library‘s secrets.

This was a really fun read. Likeable characters and a nice mistery to follow along, with the promise of something sinister in the background 🤩😍

Posting my #bookspin list for April. March was a bit of a disapointment in regards to reading, I hope next month goes better.

@TheAromaofBooks

Today‘s dismal weather is perfect for a fresh book and warm cuddles. Happy Sunday littens! #catsoflitsy

I was referred to this collection as being the closest thing to Harry Potter and thought I'd buy the first book to see and give them a go... I have since bought the 2nd and 3rd in the collection. I don't think that any book should and can be compared to Harry Potter though. I did enjoy the world that she creates... Simple to follow and interesting with lots of room to test your imagination. I'm looking forward to the rest!

Beware. If you follow this link you will be adding lots of books to your tbr list!

https://www.bookbub.com/blog/magical-libraries

#unpopularopinion 3⭐️
This was a tough one. I really wanted to like it but right out of the gate the relationships between the characters ruined it for me. It wasn‘t even instant chemistry or love at first sight but this internal struggle with wanting to trust someone from the moment you meet… just strange and inappropriate. This book was very difficult to get into. Once an antagonist was named it was a bit easier to get swept up into the story ⬇️

I was so excited to try this series and it did not disappoint. I love the concept of the universe created and this reminded me of the Parasol Protectorate meets Chronicles of St. Mary‘s, both of which I love!

The characters were quite fun and unique. The characters that were trope characters weren‘t taken too seriously which I appreciated. The protagonist had some delightful inner thoughts and asides, which is always great.

Action-Packed; Bookish; Funny

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@Mavey wanna join in? 😊

Look what I managed to score! 💕 😁
Although I‘ve never been much of a wine drinker... (I‘m more of Titos girl or a Beer drinker) I‘m going to kick back, enjoy the tagged book and some #BlackGirlMagic! 💖🎉🙌🏽
Thanks! @KVanRead for first introducing this to us here on Litsy! 🤗

Any other remote teachers out there? I‘ve been remote all year and we are making moves to get in the building in the next few weeks. Still no vaccines. I am so overwhelmed at the thought of concurrent teaching. Trying to ignore all the stress while I still have time 😅 Starting this today.

No, sorry. I hate giving up on books, especially ones that sound right up my alley. Librarian thieves stealing books from alternate dimensions? Brilliant concept. But the characters are so flat and whiney, the action scenes are interrupted by unneeded exposition and the story begins to drag early on.

I really wanted to get into this one, but it just lost me too early and my tbr is calling.

#theinvisiblelibrary
#genevievecogman

Thank you @iread2much Rachel, I received your book .😊. A fantasy suspense about finding a stolen dangerous book in an alternate universe version of London?! Yep, count me in for this one!

Another one where it took me a little while to get into it but once I did I enjoyed it. I have the next two already because Little Sis is reading them and I suspect I‘ll be reading them!

Phew that was close, almost ran out of books to read.

#lordoflight
#theinvisiblelibrary
#dunemessiah

It took me a while to soak up this book, but I'm glad I took my time! Great action, fantastic characters, and what a world they're in! I found the heroine pretty darn relatable. What an incredible adventure. Would definitely re-read. It looks like it's the first in a series, I'll have to find the second book someday!

I love fantasy stories written with humor — a guilty pleasure. Highly recommended for these perilous times.

I have been in the mood for escapism, and this was definitely that. I liked it, but I don‘t think I‘ll continue on with the series.

Latest fantasy read!

Thoroughly enjoyable, a delight to read and a pleasure to see into the mind of Genevieve Cogman. The premise is intruiging, the plot is fast paced and the characters are very dynamic. It can be hard to keep up with at times, but this isn't a book for someone looking for a light read. It sucks you in from the first chapter and even though it finishes abruptly, I look forward to reading the other books in the series.

Started on New Year‘s Day, finally finished today. Let‘s hope my next read doesn‘t take as long.

Giving it a “pick” rating because I just can‘t remember the beginning well enough to truly judge it as a whole. It seemed to constantly break its own rules, but, again, that might be explained in the opening half. The climax was fun.

This was a very entertaining book with interesting characters too. It was also a wonderful blend of historical fantasy, paranormal, steampunk and mystery. I'll go on reading this series for sure. #BookSpin #april2020 #magicalreadathon2020 @TheAromaofBooks

Pandemic book haul from Book Outlet. They had a spring sale aka Pandemic Sale. 😁 (Don't they look like they belong together?)

Starting today...sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction😳 I need a little supernatural sci-fi action to make it through this virus.

Long, but engaging.

Love Mr Bs Bookshop recommendations.

https://mrbsemporium.com/shop/book-lists/pop-to-a-bookshop/

Lots of fun! History, Sci-Fi, and magic combined. Lots of twists and turns. I guessed the person 10 pages before the book revealed it, but was then surprised by more twists. Some gore and suggestive material, but nothing directly dirty. Fun read and interesting characters and plot idea.

Yay! Thanks everybody!

Amazing, hilarious, magical, nail biting adventure!! This was definitely a five star read and I implore you to give it a go!!
If you‘re new to adult fiction, this would be a great starting point! Clean and fun, this is a worthwhile read and one of the best books I‘ve read in a while.

These are my 20 books for March's #bookspin
@TheAromaofBooks

Having some quality hammock time in Sri Lanka and enjoying getting stuck into this fun fantasy series. With a madcap plot and witty dialogue, it's perfect for a lazy afternoon ⭐⭐⭐ and a bit!

These are my 19 books for #bookspin
If the number 2 (already read) or 20 is chosen I'll pick one of the physical books I have left which isn't in this picture. @TheAromaofBooks

I really enjoyed reading The Invisible Library. The Library concept is very interesting. The alternate worlds and the fantasy aspects of the book are amazing. Definitely my kind of fantasy novel.

2020 Will be all about reading what's on my shelf already!

I was right. I did love this book from beginning to end. The character development, fantasy-esque plot, and all the little details made this book lovable to me. Now I just can‘t wait to read the next in the series!

It‘s not everyday that I find a book that the second I start reading, I already know it is going to be amazing. I‘m pretty sure this is one of those books.

Quote stated by Irene regarding the school library on the campus of Prince Mordred's Private Academy for Boys: "The atmosphere of the place soothed her automatically; the rich lantern-lights, the sheer scent of paper and leather, and the fact that everywhere she looked, there were books, books, beautiful books"(p.12).

A book about a magical library and alternate worlds?? Yes please. #currentlyreading

Super fun premise, but execution felt a little wobbly. Don‘t think I‘ll follow up in the series, but it was light and somewhat intriguing.