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The cover for Memories of Ice by Steven Erikson

The cover for Memories of Ice by Steven Erikson

What I Read in August '25: Irish Fantasy, The Manosphere, and a LOT of Superman

Two months in a row - I really am on a roll

47 minutes ago

Everything I Read in July

Everything I Read in July

Everything I Read in July

Pretty self-explanatory

Aug 1

From left to right: The Reg Guardian, Ghost, The Winter Solider, The White Widow, and U.S. Agent standing in an elevator.

From left to right: The Reg Guardian, Ghost, The Winter Solider, The White Widow, and U.S. Agent standing in an elevator.

‘Thunderbolts*’: A Much-Appreciated Shock to the System – Film Review

No Avengers? No Problem.

May 2

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Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

My journey through ‘The Dark Tower’ was not a straightforward one

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

A breath of fresh air for the franchise

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‘Thunderbolts*’: A Much-Appreciated Shock to the System – Film Review

May 2

From left to right: The Reg Guardian, Ghost, The Winter Solider, The White Widow, and U.S. Agent standing in an elevator.

From left to right: The Reg Guardian, Ghost, The Winter Solider, The White Widow, and U.S. Agent standing in an elevator.

‘Novocaine’: Peak Action-Comedy – Film Review

Apr 2

Jack Quaid as Nathan "Novocaine" Caine with bloody fists raised.

Jack Quaid as Nathan "Novocaine" Caine with bloody fists raised.

‘Mickey 17’ is Occasionally Funny and Mostly a Mess – Film Review

Mar 10

Robert Pattinson as both Mickey 17 and 18, sitting on a bed, looking at each other.

Robert Pattinson as both Mickey 17 and 18, sitting on a bed, looking at each other.

‘Captain America: Brave New World’: Sometimes Fun; Flawed To Its Core – Film Review

Feb 21

Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, holding his iconic shield and decked out in a white and blue uniform.

Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson, the new Captain America, holding his iconic shield and decked out in a white and blue uniform.

‘Saturday Night’: Untempered Chaos With Some Funny Bits – Film Review

Feb 12

‘Saturday Night’: Untempered Chaos With Some Funny Bits – Film Review

‘Saturday Night’: Untempered Chaos With Some Funny Bits – Film Review

‘A Complete Unknown’ Isn’t The Biopic You Think It Is – Film Review

Feb 5

‘A Complete Unknown’ Isn’t The Biopic You Think It Is – Film Review

‘A Complete Unknown’ Isn’t The Biopic You Think It Is – Film Review

‘The Brutalist’ is a Triumph And I Hated It – Film Review

Jan 31

‘The Brutalist’ is a Triumph And I Hated It – Film Review

‘The Brutalist’ is a Triumph And I Hated It – Film Review

‘Wolf Man’: A Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing – Film Review

Jan 21

‘Wolf Man’: A Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing – Film Review

‘Wolf Man’: A Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing – Film Review

What I Read in August '25: Irish Fantasy, The Manosphere, and a LOT of Superman

47 minutes ago

The cover for Memories of Ice by Steven Erikson

The cover for Memories of Ice by Steven Erikson

Everything I Read in July

Aug 1

Everything I Read in July

Everything I Read in July

Ranking All 12 Stories in Stephen King’s Latest Collection: ‘You Like It Darker’

Feb 18

Cover art for 'You Like It Darker' by Stephen King. The art depicts what at fist seems to be an island dotted with palm trees beneath storm clouds, but on closer inspection is actually a massive alligator.

Cover art for 'You Like It Darker' by Stephen King. The art depicts what at fist seems to be an island dotted with palm trees beneath storm clouds, but on closer inspection is actually a massive alligator.

Let Me Tell You About ‘The Raven Tower’ – Book Review

Jan 10

Let Me Tell You About ‘The Raven Tower’ – Book Review

Let Me Tell You About ‘The Raven Tower’ – Book Review

Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

Dec 29, 2024

Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

Examining 'The Dark Tower' by Stephen King Through the Lens of My Life

It’s ‘Wind and Truth’ Week! Here’s Why I Love Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive Series

Dec 2, 2024

It’s ‘Wind and Truth’ Week! Here’s Why I Love Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive Series

It’s ‘Wind and Truth’ Week! Here’s Why I Love Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archive Series

‘Kings of the Wyld’ is a Rip-Roaring Fantasy Road Trip Novel That Gives Zero F*cks – Book Review

Nov 28, 2024

‘Kings of the Wyld’ is a Rip-Roaring Fantasy Road Trip Novel That Gives Zero F*cks – Book Review

‘Kings of the Wyld’ is a Rip-Roaring Fantasy Road Trip Novel That Gives Zero F*cks – Book Review

A London Book Haul!

Nov 26, 2024

A London Book Haul!

A London Book Haul!

Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 Review

Apr 23

Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in his suit, listening atop a NYC rooftop.

Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in his suit, listening atop a NYC rooftop.

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Episode 4: Matt and Fisk begin to crack

Mar 21

Vincent D'Onofrio as Mayor Wilson Fisk in his chambers in Daredevil: Born Again, episode four, Sic Semper Systema.

Vincent D'Onofrio as Mayor Wilson Fisk in his chambers in Daredevil: Born Again, episode four, Sic Semper Systema.

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Episode 3 Flourishes as a Nail-Biting Courtroom Drama

Mar 13

Poster for Daredevil: Born Again.

Poster for Daredevil: Born Again.

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Eps. 1 & 2 Reviewed by a Daredevil Obsessive

Mar 7

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Eps. 1 & 2 Reviewed by a Daredevil Obsessive

‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Eps. 1 & 2 Reviewed by a Daredevil Obsessive

‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ Puts A Fresh Spin on Peter Parker’s Early Days - Review

Mar 4

Spider-Man in a distinctive white suit clings to a skyscraper window, looking at his reflection in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.

Spider-Man in a distinctive white suit clings to a skyscraper window, looking at his reflection in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

Dec 4, 2024

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

‘Skeleton Crew’ is the Most Fun Star Wars Has Been in Years – Episodes 1 & 2 Review

Four* Daredevil Comic Stories to Prepare You For ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

Jan 28

Four* Daredevil Comic Stories to Prepare You For ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

Four* Daredevil Comic Stories to Prepare You For ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

‘Ultimate Spider-Man Vol.1: Married With Children’ is a Must-Read for Spider-Man Fans – Comic Book Review

Nov 22, 2024

‘Ultimate Spider-Man Vol.1: Married With Children’ is a Must-Read for Spider-Man Fans – Comic Book Review

‘Ultimate Spider-Man Vol.1: Married With Children’ is a Must-Read for Spider-Man Fans – Comic Book Review

Matt Murdock Continues to be Haunted by His Sins in ‘Daredevil: Hell To Pay’ – Comic Book Review

Nov 11, 2024

Matt Murdock Continues to be Haunted by His Sins in ‘Daredevil: Hell To Pay’ – Comic Book Review

Matt Murdock Continues to be Haunted by His Sins in ‘Daredevil: Hell To Pay’ – Comic Book Review

Reading ‘All-Star Superman’ for the First Time as a Superman Newbie – Comic Book Review

Oct 17, 2024

Reading ‘All-Star Superman’ for the First Time as a Superman Newbie – Comic Book Review

Reading ‘All-Star Superman’ for the First Time as a Superman Newbie – Comic Book Review

‘Daredevil: Black Armor’ Carves Out A Niche Space For Daredevil Fans – Comic Collection Review

Oct 8, 2024

‘Daredevil: Black Armor’ Carves Out A Niche Space For Daredevil Fans – Comic Collection Review

‘Daredevil: Black Armor’ Carves Out A Niche Space For Daredevil Fans – Comic Collection Review

‘Batman: Hush’ (DC Compact Comics) – Comic Collection Review

Sep 3, 2024

‘Batman: Hush’ (DC Compact Comics) – Comic Collection Review

‘Batman: Hush’ (DC Compact Comics) – Comic Collection Review

Who Am I?

My name is Kieran, and I'm a reviewer and novel writer from Galway, Ireland. I'm a huge Sci-Fi and Fantasy fan, whether its comic books, movies, or novels. I love connecting with these stories through reviews and articles. I'm also working on my own fantasy novel, so hopefully you'll see some updates on that in the future!

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