A thoughtful review of Ignore All Previous Instructions—a queer, AI-driven sci-fi exploring identity, storytelling, and the cost of control.
Lacey Christiansen
Selected: 10+ Good Books with a Number in the Title
Three, Two, One…Go! Let’s read books with numbers in their titles.. There are many to choose from, but here is a list using numbers one through ten to start!
Book Review: Five by Ilona Bannister
Five strangers wait for a train—and one won’t make it home. This thought-provoking thriller explores judgment, forgiveness, and the hidden stories we all carry.
The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark: Beautiful Design, Subtle Suspense, and Secrets That Simmer
A thoughtful review of The Ghostwriter by Julie Clark—exploring its design, slow-burn suspense, and why it’s slightly overhyped but still worth reading.
12 Powerful Generation-Spanning Stories from Around the World
Be inspired by these thought-provoking, generation-spanning stories. Experience interconnectedness, multiple points of view, and how things change over time.
The Library of Flowers Review: Perfume, Power & the Weight of Legacy
Review of The Library of Flowers, a multi-generational story blending perfume, magical realism, and family legacy. Explore themes of family legacy, duty, and craftsmanship.
The City of Brass Review: Lush World-building, Layered Politics, and a Dizzying Series Start
A thoughtful review of The City of Brass by S.A. Chakraborty, exploring its rich worldbuilding, complex characters, and why this popular fantasy is slightly overhyped—but still worth reading.
The Secret History Review: Dark Academia, Unlikable Characters & Moral Obsession
An in-depth review of The Secret History, exploring dark academia themes, unlikable characters, and moral ambiguity. Is it a good book—even if you don’t enjoy it?
Sun, Scams & Shaky Stakes: A Review of The Long Con by Jenna Voris
A thoughtful review of The Long Con by Jenna Voris, exploring its heist premise, queer representation, character development, and why the stakes didn’t quite land despite a compelling setup.
Introducing 14 Epic Series Starters Written By Women
Looking for an epic tale written by a woman that isn’t Fourth Wing or A Court of Thorns and Roses? Well, I have a list for you! Grand-scale and high stakes! ⚔️