Book Review: Head Cases
February 5, 2026
With such clever and witty prose, it makes for an incredibly convincing adventure into the world of FBI manhunts.
With such clever and witty prose, it makes for an incredibly convincing adventure into the world of FBI manhunts.
Easy to drop in and out of, the illustrations flow from page to page and the text is written in a no-nonsense way.
It’s quirky and playful, with self-deprecating Kiwi humour and a dash of romantic sizzle. A delightful comfort read that’s full of heart
Perfect for anyone wanting to expand their cooking horizons without the fuss of interesting never-to-be-used-again ingredients.
This book is so much fun! If you like Romantasy, Enemies To Lovers, fae MMCs and sizzling sexual tension, you’ll love Filthy Rich Fae.
Winchester’s writing style is easy and personable, with many an interesting (though not always directly related to the topic) footnote.
Despite being a short novel written in an almost deadpan style, Keiko moved me, and I find myself returning to both her fragility & strength.
I can vouch that this is a warming, and at times unexpectedly profound read, just light enough to accompany you on your bike this summer.
I loved the casual diversity of the characters, the stark details of their environment, and the central, creepy mystery.
I read this several years ago and I still think about it to this day – they should teach this collection in short story writing courses!
Strange Pictures utilises illustration as a narrative device, pulling the reader further into the fabric of the story in an unsettling way.
A sweet taste-test that had me reaching for the first full-length book in this series as soon as I finished it.
Fraser points an accusing finger at corporate elites and does so without excusing violent individuals of their own blame.
Told through journal entries to her grandma, this is a loving story of grief, friendship and proof that family isn’t always blood.
Not for the faint hearted, this scandi-noir exudes the perfect atmosphere that will transport you right into the gritty heart of Denmark
Sometimes you just want to read a romance where a human princess tries to murder her vampire husband on their wedding night, you know?
Rejecting standard half-person, half-fish designs, each race of Mers is inspired by a different species of deep-sea life.
You can feel the care and devotion Azar gave to her characters, plot and development of the story and I can’t wait for the next installment.
Magical secret societies are fun, but the driving force of this book is the relationship that takes place between the three main characters.
Dealing with some serious themes in a considered way, O’Shaughnessy weaves a believable narrative which balances tension and reflection.
Fast-paced, powerful and underneath it all somehow comedic, Everett packs a punch with every page. This is a book that has stuck with me.
This is not a manga to take seriously. But if you’re a fan of slapstick comedy, loveable idiots & bizarre character designs, this is for you.
Within this beautifully bizarre book, Lynley Edmeades fictionalises her experience of becoming a mother in bite-size vignettes.
Wells has managed to strike a great balance between detailed world building, the character-focused story, and a riveting action-packed plot.