Where Fiction and Reality Meet
Title: In the Lives of Puppets Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Tor Books Length: 417 Pages Category: Fantasy Rating: 4 Stars At a Glance: While it would be inaccurate to say this is a perfect book—there a points in the journey that ambled when I wanted them to run—I will always be open to the messages... Continue Reading →
Title: Under the Whispering Door Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Tor Books/Macmillan Length: 400 Pages Category: Fantasy Rating: 4.5 Stars At a Glance: This story sparkles when it delves into those quiet moments where two people share their loneliness, and they become not quite so lonely anymore. It is exquisite when it reminds us to slow... Continue Reading →
Title: The House in the Cerulean Sea Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Tor Books Length: 400 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Oh dear, this dear and enchanting book. If you head into The House in the Cerulean Sea and allow your heart to take the lead, TJ Klune will handle it with care every step... Continue Reading →
Choosing a 'Best Of' list when it comes to books is hard. I read a lot of great books this year, and took something away from each of them. But, when it came to whittling down the list, there was a pretty clearcut selection that stood out. These are the books that gave me the... Continue Reading →
Title: Heartsong Series: Green Creek: Book Three Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 17 hours and 46 minutes Category: Paranormal/Fantasy At a Glance: As usual, there is so little I can say about the book without giving things away. And, believe me you don’t want to be spoiled. But I can... Continue Reading →
Title: How to Be a Movie Star Series: How to Be: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 12 hours and 12 minutes Category: Contemporary Romance At a Glance: While I wasn’t one hundred percent on board with a couple of Lesley's creative choices, for the most part he... Continue Reading →
Title: Ravensong Series: Green Creek: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Kirt Graves Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 20 hours and 18 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: Kirt Graves is like a comforting cuppa mixed with a warm blanket on a rainy afternoon. He builds tension with his pacing, he creates atmosphere with the... Continue Reading →
Title: The Bones Beneath My Skin Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Greg Tremblay Publisher: Self-Published Run Time: 12 hours and 55 minutes Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: This is not your typical romance, but the names Klune and Tremblay are not to be missed in any capacity. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: In the spring of 1995,... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 27 minutes Category: Fantasy At a Glance: At turns uproarious, comical, heartbreaking, tear inducing, deeply emotional and satisfying by the end, this book is not to be missed. The... Continue Reading →
Title: The Bones Beneath My Skin Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Self-Published Length: 386 Pages Category: Sci-Fi At a Glance: This book was incredible. I loved Artemis and Alex and Nate. Klune created something special here, and I hope you’ll all go out and grab it! Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: In the spring of 1995, Nate... Continue Reading →
Title: Ravensong Series: Green Creek: Book Two Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 400 Pages Category: Fantasy, Shifters At a Glance: I was not surprised in the least by how much I loved this book. And you guys won’t be either. Klune’s signature mix of humor and heart-shredding angst make this another unforgettable reading... Continue Reading →
Title: The Consumption of Magic Series: Tales From Verania: Book Three Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 18 minutes Category: High Fantasy At a Glance: This book. This narration. This is the book every audiobook buyer hopes to find. It is not buried treasure; it is eighteen-plus... Continue Reading →
Title: A Wish Upon the Stars Series: Tales from Verania: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 450 Pages Category: Fantasy At a Glance: I was amazed at some of the things the author pulled off in this book and this series. Amazing, wonderful stuff. I’m so glad to have read these books... Continue Reading →
Title: The Long and Winding Road Series: Bear, Otter, and the Kid: Book Four Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Sean Crisden Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 10 hours and 23 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I cannot recommend this book enough. The words are beautiful, the narration is amazing, the listener is taken by the... Continue Reading →
Title: Olive Juice Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Derrick McClain Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 11 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: There is no doubt this narrator was near perfection for the story and in less capable hands, much of the impact of this novel has would have been lost. Reviewed By:... Continue Reading →
Title: The Consumption of Magic (Tales from Verania: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 450 Pages Category: High Fantasy At a Glance: I loved how Klune wrapped things up in this one and setup up the next chapter of the story. A Wish Upon the Stars is undoubtedly going to blow us... Continue Reading →
Title: Into This River I Drown Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Matt Baca Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 18 hours and 49 minutes Category: Contemporary, Paranormal, Mystery At a Glance: As amazed as I was by the story, I was equally in awe of the narration. Matt Baca was FANTASTIC. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: Five years... Continue Reading →
Title: The Long and Winding Road (Bear, Otter, and the Kid Chronicles: Book Four) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 346 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: I can’t imagine how hard it was for TJ Klune to say goodbye to these guys. I feel so lucky to have Bear, Otter and the Kid,... Continue Reading →
Title: A Destiny of Dragons (Tales From Verania: Book Two) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 400 Pages Category: Fantasy, High Fantasy At a Glance: IT'S HERE! And it's 400 pages of AWESOME!!!! Reviewed By: Cassie Blurb: Once upon a time, the wizard’s apprentice Sam of Wilds got his happily ever after in the... Continue Reading →
Title: Until You (At First Sight: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Narrator: Michael Lesley Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Run Time: 5 hours and 4 minutes Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Klune and Lesley lead with their talent and their hearts. The combination of the two is not to be missed. Reviewed By: Mike Blurb: Together with... Continue Reading →
Welcome, fellow readers! We're so excited to be bringing you the exclusive cover, blurb and release date reveal of the sequel we've all be waiting for, A Destiny of Dragons by TJ Klune. Drum roll, please... A Destiny of Dragons Coming June 30th from Tj Klune and Dreamspinner Press, the sequel to the best-selling, award-winning... Continue Reading →
Cheers, friends, and welcome to a look at what we have coming up in the week ahead. From cover reveals to interviews to giveaways to reviews, there’s a lot to look forward to, so here’s a wee taste of what’s to come. Monday – Kicking off the week, we’ve got an exclusive cover reveal for... Continue Reading →
Title: Olive Juice Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 121 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Olive Juice is a story of heartache and loss, for sure. But, it is also a story of second chances and redemption, and I loved it. Reviewed By: Jules Blurb: It begins with a message that David cannot... Continue Reading →
Title: Until You (At First Sight: Book Three) Author: TJ Klune Publisher: Dreamspinner Press Length: 149 Pages Category: Contemporary At a Glance: Until You is a wonderful addition to this series. Reviewed By: Kim Blurb: Together with their families and friends, Paul Auster and Vincent Taylor request the honor of your company at the celebration... Continue Reading →
The Novel Approach Reviews 