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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 WorkshopCapturing the Devil Review
Today we're discussing Capturing the Devil, the final novel in the Stalking Jack the Ripper series that takes readers to Chicago to face the Devil in the White…
Cyn's WorkshopCackle Review
Today we're discussing Cackle, a delightfully funny and lighthearted witchy read. Follow the Author: https://www.rachel-harrison.com/ But on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopDragons of Deceit Review
Today we're discussing Dragons of Deceit, the incredible first book in a new trilogy that returns readers to the world of Dragonlance. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopBook of Night Review
Today we're discussing Book of Night, Holly Black's debut into adult fantasy that was a little underwhelming. Follow the Author: https://blackholly.com/ But on…
Cyn's WorkshopLady Smoke Review
Today we're discussing Lady Smoke, a young adult fantasy with compelling and empowered female characters. Follow the Author: https://laurasebastianwrites.com/…
Cyn's WorkshopGhosts of the Shadow Market Review
Today we're discussing Ghosts of the Shadow Market, the third anthology by Cassandra Clare that follows Jem and adds lore to the Shadowhunter universe. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopJuniper & Thorn Review
Today we're discussing Juniper & Thorn, a Gothic fantasy retelling of The Juniper Tree. Follow the Author: https://www.instagram.com/avasreid/ But on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopThis Vicious Grace Review
Today we're discussing This Vicious Grace, a slow-burn fantasy steeped with an Italian influence. Follow the Author: http://ekthiede.com/ But on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopOnce Upon a Broken Heart Review
Today we're discussing Once Upon a Broken Heart, a fast-paced new series that calls upon the magic of Caraval and whips up something new and imaginative…
Cyn's WorkshopVoyage of the Basilisk Review
Today we're discussing Voyage of the Basilisk, the third adventure of Lady Trent, a memoir of harrowing adventure and dragons. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopSummer's Edge Review
Today we're discussing Summer's Edge, a suspenseful and haunting mystery that will leave you with your mouth hanging open. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Violent Season Review
Today we're discussing The Violent Season, a young adult mystery that asks the question, is anyone honestly who we think they are? Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Blood Trails Review
Today we're discussing The Blood Trails, the first in an Afrofuturistic duology that blends together fantasy and science fiction. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopRise of the School for Good and Evil Review
Today we're discussing Rise of the School for Good and Evil, a fantastic novel perfect for fairytale lovers of all ages. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopComfort Me With Apples Review
Today we're discussing Comfort Me With Apples, a jaw-dropping fantasy with thriller and horror elements. Follow the Author: https://twitter.com/catvalente But…
Cyn's WorkshopA Mirror Mended Review
Today we're discussing A Mirror Mended, the second Fractured Fairytale that takes readers from Sleeping Beauty to Snow White in one magical snap. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopA Spindle Splintered Review
Today we're discussing A Spindle Splintered, a quick read that subverts all expectations by dragging the reader into the multiverse of fairytales. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopInto the Crooked Place Review
Today we're discussing Into the Crooked Place, a YA fantasy that has a slow start but picks up quickly like an explosive train ride. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopQueen of Dragons Review
Today we're discussing Queen of Dragons, a historical fantasy romance with intriguing history, world-building, and characterization. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopWhen Women Were Dragons Review
Today we're discussing When Women Were Dragons, a compelling contemporary fantasy taking place in 1950s America after thousand of women turned into dragons…
Cyn's WorkshopHope: A History of the Future Review
Today we're discussing Hope: A History of the Future, a novel that tells the story of three characters at three different points in the future, shining a light…
Cyn's WorkshopMisrule Review
Today we're discussing Misrule, the conclusion to the Malice duology that continues to tell the love story of Aurora and her dark fairy. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopAll of Us Villains Review
Today we're discussing All of Us Villains, a masterful story that blends the Hunger Games with the Tri-Wizard Tournament. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Dragon's Promise Review
Today we're discussing The Dragon's Promise, the conclusion to Lim's Six Crimson Cranes duology that has some great storytelling but falters with the…
Cyn's WorkshopLife As We Knew It Review
Today we're discussing Life As We Knew It, a dystopic novel following the survival of one family after a meteor knocks the moon closer to Earth. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopWe Are The Fire Review
Today we're discussing We Are the Fire, a novel that may offer interesting discussions on humanity but lacks memorability. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopDefy the Night Review
Today we're discussing Defy the Night, an engaging and fast-paced Robin Hood-esque story. Follow the Author: https://brigidkemmerer.com/ Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopMy Dearest Darkest Review
Today we're discussing My Dearest Darkest, a YA horror that has a bit of a bumpy start but nonetheless delivers excellent tension and scares. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Iron Flower Review
Today we're discussing The Iron Flower, the second novel in the Black Witch Chronicles that continues to weave a masterful story of equality and magic. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopHow To Survive Your Murder Review
Today we're discussing How to Survive Your Murder, a slasher novel perfect for Scream fans that captures that nostalgia with perfect storytelling and excellent…
Cyn's WorkshopA Forgery of Roses Review
Today we're discussing A Forgery of Roses, a mystery that blends the fantasy and Gothic that unfortunately falls a little short. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopWind Daughter Review
Today we're discussing Wind Daughter, a wonderful tale that reads like a fairy tale, wrapping itself around the reader like a warm blanket on a winter's night…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Library of the Dead Review
Today we're discussing The Library of the Dead, a paranormal fantasy that features very little of the titular library as it focuses on the mystery of lost…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Last Laugh Review
Today we're discussing The Last Laugh, the amazing sequel to The Initial Insult that raises the stakes and tension while continuing to capture a perfect gothic…
Cyn's WorkshopNo Filter and Other Lies Review
Today we're discussing No Filter and Other Lies, an engaging and relatable novel that reminds readers that there is more life than the number of online likes…
Cyn's WorkshopA Thousand Steps Into Night Review
Today we're discussing A Thousand Steps Into Night, an amazing adventure following one girl eager to stop a curse while finding empowerment on the way. Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopInto the Hourglass Review
Today we're discussing Into the Hourglass, a fast-paced sequel that captivated the reader. Follow the Author: http://emilyrking.com/books/ Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopAfterlove Review
Today we're discussing Afterlove, a novel that claims to be "the lesbian love story you've been waiting for" but does it live up to the hype? Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopContest of Queens Review
Today we're discussing Contest of Queens, a fantasy that begins one way and evolves with strong characterization, feminity, and Orwellian themes. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopKindred Spirits Review
Today we're discussing Kindred Spirits, a wonderful prequel to the bestselling Dragonlance Chronicles that's captures the heart of two of the Heroes of the…
Cyn's WorkshopWingbearer Review
Today we're discussing Wingbearer, a moving adventurous graphic novel sure to capture everyone's attention. Follow the Author: http://marjoriemliu.com/ Follow…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Witch Haven Review
Today we're discussing The Witch Haven, a fantasy about one young girl's discovery of magic and goal to solve her brother's murder. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopBlood Like Magic Review
Today we're discussing Blood Like Magic, a diverse and powerful urban fantasy debut that focuses on ancestry, community, and diversity. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Counselors Review
Today we're discussing The Counselors, a YA mystery/thriller from bestselling author Jessica Goodman that uses pacing and non-linear memories to push the…
Cyn's WorkshopMagic Lessons Review
Today we're discussing Magic Lessons, the prequel to Practical Magic that lures in readers with its steady pace and magical prose. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopFate of the Fallen Review
Today we're discussing Fate of the Fallen, an unexpectedly delightful fantasy that turns fantasy tropes on their head and gives readers an action-packed story…
Cyn's WorkshopA Comb of Wishes Review
Today we're discussing A Comb of Wishes, a compelling story for young readers that handles topics such as grief and sustainability through the lens of…
Cyn's WorkshopAshfall Legacy Review
Today we're discussing Ashfall Legacy, the newest novel by Pittacus Lore that takes readers into space, through black holes, and encounters space dragons…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Ivory Key Review
Today we're discussing The Ivory Key, a YA fantasy filled with puzzles and excellent plot and character development. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Empress Review
Today we're discussing The Empress an unpredictable novel driven by excellent rising tension and strong characterization. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopThe Eye of the World Review
Today we're discussing The Eye of the World, the first novel in the epic fantasy Wheel of Time that feels nostalgic and wonderful. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopFable Review
Today we're discussing Fable, a character-driven tale that submerges the reader with its atmospheric and lyrical writing. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopRogue Princess Review
Today we're discussing Rogue Princess, a fun and well-written gender-bent retelling of Cinderella. Follow the Author: https://brmyers.ca/ Buy on B&N…
Cyn's WorkshopBeasts of Prey Review
Today we're discussing Beasts of Prey, an amazing fantasy inspired by various African folklore that moves effortlessly and captivates the reader. Follow the…
Cyn's WorkshopDaughters of Darkness Review
Today we're discussing Daughters of Darkness, the second novel in the Night World series that is not only clearly written for young readers but also shows its…
Cyn's WorkshopCupid's Match Review
Today we're discussing Cupid's Match, an entertaining YA paranormal romance that brings Greek mythology to the modern age with the Cupid Matchmaking Service…
Cyn's WorkshopThese Hollow Vows Review
Today we're discussing These Hollow Vows, a young adult fantasy that follows one clever Brie into the Seelie court in hopes of saving her sister, and her…
Cyn's WorkshopTales From the Shadowhunter Academy Review
Today we're discussing Tales from the Shadowhunter Academy, a collection of short stories that brings more history to the world of Clare and gives Simon a…
Cyn's WorkshopReturn of the Evening Star Review
Today we're discussing Return of the Evening Star, a story for young readers that lacks some emotional depth for older readers. Follow the Author…
Cyn's WorkshopGold Spun Review
Today we're discussing Gold Spun, a magical retelling of Rumplestilskin that follows a strong female lead and stays away from tropes and cliches. Follow the…