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Cyn's Workshop
The official podcast for Cyn's Workshop, a place for book lovers to listen to us discuss our latest read.
Episodes
Cyn's WorkshopSpell Bound Review
Today we're discussing Spell Bound, a wonderful, wholesome, cute frenemy romantasy. Follow the Author: https://www.ft-lukens.com/Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopThese Infinite Threads Review
Today we're discussing These Infinite Threads, the sequel to This Woven Kingdom that, unfortunately, pales in comparison. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Weight of Our Sky Review
Today we're discussing The Weight of Our Sky, a deeply moving novel following one girl with OCD as she struggles to find her mother during the infamous 1969…
Cyn's WorkshopBrightly Burning Review
Today we're discussing Brightly Burning, a sci-fi gothic retelling of Jane Eyre that is compelling, inventive, and addictive. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopA Thousand Heartbeats Review
Today we're discussing A Thousand Heartbeats, a young adult romance that keeps the reader on the edge of the seat. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopI Will Leave You Never Review
Today we're discussing I Will Leave You Never, a book that was a complete waste of my time. Follow the Author: https://www.annputnamwriter.com/Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopBindle Punk Bruja Review
Today we're discussing Bindle Punk Bruja, an urban fantasy that takes readers into the Prohibition era with some Latinx flare despite a slow pace. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopShe Is A Haunting Review
Today we're discussing She is A Haunting, exploring identity, familial trauma, and colonialization through a horror lens. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Society for Soulless Girls Review
Today we're discussing The Society for Soulless Girls, a poorly done feminist retelling of Jekyll and Hyde. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopChain of Gold Review
Today we're discussing Chain of Gold, the first novel in Cassandra Clare's Last Hours Trilogy that brings Shadowhunter fans back to London to follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopTwelve Hours in Manhattan Review
Today we're discussing Twelve Hours in Manhattan, a romance about second chances that will sweep you off your feet. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopA House with Good Bones Review
Today, we're discussing A House with Good Bones, a creepy and hilarious Southern Gothic. Follow the Author: https://www.redwombatstudio.com/Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopA Dreadful Splendor Review
Today we're discussing A Dreadful Splendor, a gothic mystery/romance that delivers an unexpected and delightful plot twist. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopWe Could Be Villains Review
Today we're discussing We Could Be Villains, a promising novel that unfortunately derails from the beginning with poor characterization and juvenile…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Davenports Review
Today we're discussing The Davenports, a riveting novel that follows four African-American Women as they deal with racism, classism, and romance in 1910…
Cyn's WorkshopThis Woven Kingdom Review
Today we're discussing This Woven Kingdom, an engaging slow-burn fantasy that delves into Persian Mythology and the Jinn. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopSmall Town, Big Magic Review
Today we're discussing Small Town, Big Magic, a fun and wildly entertaining witchy rom-com. Follow the Author: https://hazel-beck.com/Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopHotel Magnifique Review
Today we're discussing Hotel Magnifique, a dark fantasy that unfortunately falls flat with poor characterization. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopChildren of Ragnarok Review
Today we're discussing Children of Ragnarok, delving into a world of Norse Mythology where Ragnarok has come, and the Gods are gone. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi Review
Today we're discussing The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi, a thrilling high-seas adventure following one formidable female pirate on her quest to save an old…
Cyn's WorkshopA Vow So Bold and Deadly Review
Today we're discussing A Vow So Bold and Deadly, the final Cursebreakers novel that brings everything to a climactic end. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Honeys Review
Today we're discussing The Honeys, a trippy horror novel that breaks away from conformity to solve the mystery behind the bees. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopGilded Review
Today we're discussing Gilded by the masterful Marissa Meyer, which retells the tale of Rumpelstiltskin in dark and enchanting new ways. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopDaughter of the Moon Goddess Review
Today we're discussing Daughter of the Moon Goddess, an enchanting story that takes the mythology of Chang'e to beautiful new heights. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopSong of Silver, Flame Like Night Review
Today on Spotify, we're discussing Song of Silver, Flame Light Night, the first in a new YA fantasy that goes beyond traditional Chinese Mythology to bring…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Silence that Binds Us Review
Today we're discussing The Silence that Binds Us, a thoughtful and emotionally charged novel following May as she deals with the grief and fallout of her…
Cyn's WorkshopEmber Queen Review
Today we're discussing Ember Queen, the thrilling conclusion to the Ash Princess Trilogy, bringing the battle between sisters-turned-enemies to its climactic…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Stardust Thief Review
Today we're discussing The Stardust Thief, a captivating fantasy with amazing characters inspired by One Thousand and One Nights. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Fall of Númenor Review
Today we're discussing The Fall of Númenor, a captivating history showing the crafting of the Rings of Power and the Rise of Sauron. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopLore Olympus: Volume 3 Review
Today we're discussing Lore Olympus: Volume 3, a beautiful graphic novel that explores the romance between Hades and Persephone. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopWhat Moves the Dead Review
Today we're discussing What Moves the Dead, a short and sweet yet very creepy retelling of Poe's 'Fall of the House of Usher.' Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopMy Calamity Jane Review
Today we're discussing My Calamity Jane, the third installment of the Janies these ladies call "the Wild West meets Teen Wolf," offering readers a hilarious…
Cyn's WorkshopSpear Review
Today we're discussing Spear, a thoughtful and ethereal queer retelling of King Arthur's court following a genderbent Percival through their journey from…
Cyn's WorkshopNettle & Bone Review
Today we're discussing Nettle & Bone, a clever and funny fantasy that will capture the reader's heart. Follow the Author: http://www.redwombatstudio.com/ Buy…
Cyn's WorkshopDune Review
Today we're discussing Frank Herbert's Dune, a science fiction masterpiece. Follow the Author: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Herbert Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopOther Birds Review
Today we're discussing Other Birds, a contemporary tale filled with magical realism highlighting the beauty of letting go of the past to form powerful…
Cyn's WorkshopCarmilla Review
Today we're discussing Carmilla, the original vampire tale predating Dracula by 25 years, full of sexual tension between Laura and the deadly Carmilla. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Shadow Wand Review
Today we're discussing The Shadow Wand, the third explosive novel in the brilliant Black Witch Chronicles that highlights Elloren's brilliant development…
Cyn's WorkshopRise of Knight and Sword Review
Today we're discussing Rise of Knight and Sword, a tale that is supposedly supposed to be a retelling of King Arthur but unfortunately misses the mark. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Priory of the Orange Tree Review
Today we're discussing The Priory of the Orange Tree, an epic fantasy that pulls in the reader with masterful storytelling, world-building, and dragons. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Last Huntress Review
Today we're discussing The Last Huntress, an interesting take on Greek Mythology that fails to deliver a romance worth reading. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopBlanca & Roja Review
Today we're discussing Blanca & Roja, a beautifully written novel that, unfortunately, was a little unclear at times. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Cloisters Review
Today on Spotify, we're discussing The Cloisters, a masterful blend of genres that delivers a killer story. Follow the Author: https://www.katyhays.com/ Buy on…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Luminaries Review
Today we're discussing The Luminaries, a contemporary dark fantasy that follows Winnie as she risks her life to bring her family back into the fold. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopA River Enchanted Review
Today we're discussing A River Enchanted, an enchanting enemies-to-lovers fantasy. Follow the Author: https://rebeccarossauthor.com/ Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Grimrose Girls Review
Today we're discussing The Grimrose Girls, a mysterious YA fantasy that brings fairy tales to life in a modern and contemporary way. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopLove in the Age of Dragons Review
Today we're discussing Love in the Age of Dragons, a YA romance set in a modern city infested with dragons. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopVespertine Review
Today we're discussing Vespertine, YA fantasy with no romance, focusing on developing the bond between a nun and the spirit that possesses her. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Nemesis Review
Today we're discussing The Nemesis, the thrilling and action-packed conclusion to The Diabolic trilogy. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopLore Olympus: Volume 2 Review
Today we're discussing Lore Olympus: Volume 2, the exciting second installment in the bestselling graphic novel that retells the romance between Hades and…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Darkening Review
Today we're discussing The Darkening, an epic YA fantasy with a unique spin on the enemies-to-lovers trope. Follow the Author: https://www.sunyamara.com/ But…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Second Death of Edie and Violet Bond Review
Today we're discussing The Second Death of Edie and Violet Bond, a historical piece that took too long to develop. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Unleashed Review
Today we're discussing The Unleashed, a chilling sequel to The Haunted, diminished by the many typos. Follow the Author: https://www.daniellerollins.com/ But…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Weight of Blood Review
Today we're discussing The Weight of Blood, a retelling of Carrie that takes the story to new heights. Follow the Author: https://www.writeinbk.com/ But on…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Sacrifice Review
Today we're discussing The Sacrifice, an East Asian-inspired horror with a slow creepy build and wonderful rising tension. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopOmens Bite Review
Today we're discussing Omens Bite, the sequel to Spells Trouble that brings magic and mayhem into the lives of the Goodeville twins. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopLong Live The Pumpkin Queen Review
Today we're discussing Long Live the Pumpkin Queen, the highly anticipated sequel to the Nightmare before Christmas that follows Sally into Dream Town and pits…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Haunted Review
Today we're discussing The Haunted, a chilling YA ghost story with creepy scenes and frightful ghosts. Follow the Author: https://www.daniellerollins.com/ But…
Cyn's WorkshopDead Voices Review
Today we're discussing Dead Voices, the chilling follow-up to Small Spaces that will chill readers to their bones regardless of their age. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopAll of Our Demise Review
Today on Spotify, we're discussing All of Our Demise, the final installment in the All of Us Villains duology that will grip you and, possibly, break you…