Cyn's Workshop

Today we're reviewing Muse , a novel that rewrites history and the Worlds Fair of 1893 with a compelling narrative.

Today we're discussing Phoenix Flame , the sequel to Havenfall that delves deeper into the fantasy and character dynamics.

Today we're discussing Unchosen , a novel that reinvents the "zombie" trope and gives the reader adventure with a compelling narrative.

Today we're reviewing Fire , a companion novel to Graceling that offers too many distractions to be properly enjoyed.

Today we're reviewing The Castle School (for Troubled Girls), an emotional young adult contemporary that handles mental illness and grief in an appropriate and thoughtful manner.

Today we're reviewing City of Villains , a novel that brings to life fairy tale villains with a contemporary yet fantastical twist.

Today we're reviewing God Storm , the fast-paced sequel to Shadow Frost fans should love.

Today we're reviewing All These Monsters, a novel that highlights that monsters do not always look like monsters and are often a wolf a sheep's clothing.

Today we're reviewing Graceling, the first in a series with a fierce female protagonist and an unpredictable plot that keeps the reader guessing.

Today we're reviewing Into the Heartless Wood, winner of Cyn's Workshop's January Book of the Month title, this novel captures what it means to have a soul, finding love, and challenging the toxic dynamic between mother and daughter.

Today we're reviewing Crown of Coral and Pearl , a YA fantasy that focuses on the bond between sisters while tearing down the idea that beauty is everything.

Today we're reviewing The PAN by Jenny Hickman, a compelling retelling of Peter Pan that despite having a few problems, is still enjoyable.

Today we're discussing We Are The Ashes We Are The Fire , a contemporary YA novel written in prose and verse about rape culture.

Today we're reviewing Wings of Ebony , an empowering YA fantasy dealing with social injustice and racial inequality.

Today we're discussing Renegade , now titled Heir of Lies , a novel with a promising premise and prologue that unfortunately falls flat in chapter one and beyond.

Today we're reviewing A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes , the compelling prequel to the critically acclaimed Hunger Games series that does not disappoint.

Today we're reviewing Fat Chance, Charlie Vega, a novel that fights against fatphobia and encourages the reader to be empowered and love themselves.

Today we're discussing Roman and Jewel , a diverse and compelling new spin on Romeo and Juliet.

Today we're reviewing The Left-Handed Bookseller of London, a novel I was sure I was going to love, but one that ultimately fell flat with lackluster characterization and overuse of ellipses.

Today we're reviewing Night Shine, a novel that threw me through a loop and took me on a rollercoaster ride with its pacing.

Today we're reviewing The Broken Raven, the sequel to the Good Hawk that continues to explore the mystical land of Scotland.

Today we're reviewing Miss Meteor , a powerful story about finding your home and your identity among friends and loved ones. 

Today we're reviewing The Ninth Life . a novel that deals with the complexities of being human rather poorly.

Today we're discussing Given , a high fantasy novel with a strong YA protagonist with a poor male lead.

Today we're reviewing Auxiliary: London 2039, an interesting premise with an unlikable protagonist.