Book Reviews
Hello, fellow readers! I'm delighted to welcome you to my personal collection of book discoveries and insights. As Head Librarian, I've curated five categories to help you explore the collection of book reviews in The Obsidian Library.
Whether you're searching for your next great read, curious about a specific author, or simply browsing for inspiration, you'll find a treasure trove of recommendations waiting for you. Each review offers my honest thoughts and reflections—the kinds of conversations we might have if we were discussing books over coffee.
Feel free to wander through the shelves, click on anything that catches your eye, and dive into full reviews. My hope is that you'll not only find books you love but also rediscover the joy of reading that connects us all.
Happy exploring!
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Books that explore political motivations through the lens of fantasy and fiction.
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Books that teach financial health and literacy, cover best business practices, and provide strategies for negotiation and investment to enrich your life.
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Books that help us understand our identity, the context from which we come, and how we react to and shape the world around us.
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Books that guide us in raising good humans while maximizing our joy in the process.
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Books that focus on overcoming self-imposed barriers to help you achieve your ambitious goals.
Morning Star by Pierce Brown
What does it take to rebuild a world—and yourself—after you've been shattered? In this raw, spoiler-filled review of Morning Star, The Obsidian Library dive’s into the brutal brilliance of Pierce Brown’s third installment: betrayal, resurrection, and the revolution that redefines power. If you thought Goldon Son was full of surprises, you haven’t seen anything yet.
Golden Son by Pierce Brown
What if the cost of revolution isn’t victory—but your soul? This review of Golden Son explores Pierce Brown’s brutal, brilliant sequel—where betrayal cuts deeper than swords and trust becomes the true currency of war. For readers who thought Red Rising was intense, this installment delivers a shattering emotional reckoning.
Red Rising by Pierce Brown
A rebellion fueled by lies, carved into flesh, and drenched in blood. Red Rising isn't just dystopian sci-fi—it's a brutal exploration of power, identity, and the cost of becoming the weapon your oppressors fear most. Read the full review if you're ready to stare empire in the face and ask what you're willing to sacrifice.
All the Water in the World by Eiren Caffall
Have you ever grieved the slow unraveling of the world, or wondered how to keep loving in the midst of loss? This review explores how All the Water in the World transforms climate collapse into a lyrical meditation on grief, caregiving, and the quiet, radical act of staying tender.
The Poppy War by R.F. Kuang
Does power corrupt or reveal? This review explores how The Poppy War delivers a brutal, unforgettable fantasy grounded in real-world atrocities—one that dismantles the hero’s journey and dares you to witness what war really costs.
The Dragon Republic by R.F. Kuang
Does revolution ever lead to redemption? This review dives into The Dragon Republic—a blistering sequel that trades vengeance for politics, exposing how power, colonialism, and war don’t just break nations—they break the people who dare to fight for them.
The Awakening (Zodiac Academy #1) by Caroline Peckham & Susanne Valenti
If you've ever found yourself rooting for characters you swore you'd never forgive, this review dives into The Awakening—a dark, addictive fantasy where magic, mayhem, and morally gray fae collide in a brutal academy built on power, status, and unapologetic drama.