Book Review Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen

Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen

Review Thomas Cullen delivers a powerful debut with Charlie-Man. I wasn't sure what to expect. But the book packs quite the emotional punch in barely 200 pages. How much hardship could one high school senior in 1990s Virginia face? Quite a bit, apparently. When readers meet Charlie, he's already gone through a major life event… Continue reading Charlie-Man by Thomas Cullen

Book Review Fall Gods by Rachel Van Dyken

Fallen Gods by Rachel Van Dyken

Review

Rachel Van Dyken offers a fun and unique spin on Norse mythology with Fallen Gods. I think this is the first Norse mythology-based book I’ve read, and I really enjoyed it. Most readers are likely familiar with the lore – Odin, Thor, Loki, war between Gods and Giants, the Bitfrost bridging Asgard and Midgard, etc. I really liked the creative choices the author made – both with the storyline and characters.

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