Stacking the Shelves & The Sunday Post
Stacking The Shelves (Reading Reality) and The Sunday Post (Caffeinated Reviewer) are both blog memes about sharing the books we’re adding to the shelves and sharing news of the week ahead.
New PurchasesI finished 2 books off my shelf this week, which meant I was justified in buying 3 more . . . right?
The Last Days of the Dinosaurs by Riley Black – I met Riley and their 
emojis in the eXodus to Bluesky, and when I found out they are an award-winning author of science books and an cool-ass fossil hunter, I had to pick this up immediately!
The Starless Crown by James Rollins – With dinosaurs in my hand and thoughts of adventure in my head, I guess it was no surprise that I was drawn to Rollins’ epic fantasy debut, since I’ve long been a fan of his SIGMA Force novels.
Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher – This one came my way via a recommendation from Pearl O’Leslie, a wonderful woman and an astounding author who has turned me on to some of my favorite novels of the last few years.
For ReviewA trio of review titles this week, 2 from NetGalley and 1 direct from the author:
Rule of Extinction by Geoff Jones – a post-apocalyptic science-fiction adventure filled with unforgettable heroes, terrifying monsters, and heart-pounding action [Feb 25, 2025]Direct Descendant by Tanya Huff – this cozy horror novel set in modern-day Toronto includes phenomenal characters, fantastic writing, and a queer romance–the perfect balance of dark and delightful [Apr 1, 2025]Mistletoe Bound by B.J. Frazier – Mistletoe Bound is the kinky hallmark of a wonderful life Christmas tale [Dec 24, 2024]
Currently ReadingFinally, as for what I’m currently reading, The Sapling Cage by Margaret Killjoy is a DNF that I’m giving a second chance; with a new Southern Reach novel on the shelves, I’m stepping back into Area X by Jeff VanderMeer; and I’m enjoying the latest 3 episodes of The Dominion and the Sugilite by B.J. Frazier.
