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Australian book reviewer of the best and latest in fantasy, historical fiction, science fiction, crime fiction, thrillers, comics and young adult fiction. https://unseenlibrary.com/

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 2d

I just published a review of the awesome and highly addictive dark science fiction thriller, Artifact by @jrobinsonauthor.bsky.social. An epic and intense read that I couldn't get enough of, this novel comes highly recommended, especially on audiobook.
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Artifact by Jeremy Robinson

Publisher: Podium Audio (Audiobook – 2 July 2023) Series: Standalone Length: 9 hours and 56 minutes My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Amazon One of my very favourite authors of outrageous fiction, Jeremy…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 3d

I recently managed to find several awesome secondhand books in my local book fair, including awesome reads by @buehlmeister.bsky.social @decastell.bsky.social, @bencounter.bsky.social and more. These books all look incredible, and I cannot wait to read them.
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Book Haul – Canberra Bookfair – September 2025

During the last weekend I was able to attend the Canberra Lifeline Bookfair, an event that occurs several times a year and gives great opportunities to pick up secondhand books donated for charity.…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 3d

I just published a review of the new #TheWitcher novel by #AndrzejSapkowski, Crossroads of Ravens. An excellent and highly entertaining fantasy novel that serves as a great prequel to the main series, this is a great read I deeply enjoyed.
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The Witcher: Crossroads of Ravens by Andrzej Sapkowski

Publisher: Gollancz (Trade Paperback – 30 September 2025) English Translator: David French Series: The Witcher – 0.1 Length: 310 pages My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars Amazon Legendary fantasy a…

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Anthony Ryan @anthonyryan.bsky.social · 11d

You must obey the wisdom of the Unseen Librarian. It’s the law.
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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 11d

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, which includes outstanding books by #DanBrown, @jrobinsonauthor.bsky.social, @anthonyryan.bsky.social and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 24 September 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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Rhonda Jensen @rrrjjensen.bsky.social · 11d

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 11d

For this week's Waiting on Wednesday, I highlight an awesome upcoming thriller with Red Empire by @jonathanmaberry.bsky.social. The next #JoeLedger novel, Red Empire already sounds extremely amazing, and I cannot wait to see what compelling secrets emerge.
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Waiting on Wednesday – Red Empire by Jonathan Maberry

Welcome to my weekly segment, Waiting on Wednesday, where I look at upcoming books that I am planning to order and review in the next few months and which I think I will really enjoy. Stay tuned t…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 11d

For this week's Waiting on Wednesday, I highlight an awesome upcoming thriller with Red Empire by @jonathanmaberry.bsky.social. The next #JoeLedger novel, Red Empire already sounds extremely amazing, and I cannot wait to see what compelling secrets emerge.
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Waiting on Wednesday – Red Empire by Jonathan Maberry

Welcome to my weekly segment, Waiting on Wednesday, where I look at upcoming books that I am planning to order and review in the next few months and which I think I will really enjoy. Stay tuned t…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 11d

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, which includes outstanding books by #DanBrown, @jrobinsonauthor.bsky.social, @anthonyryan.bsky.social and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 24 September 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 14d

I recently had a review column run the @canberra_daily, including reviews of 3 Australian fiction authors, including #PeterPapathanasiou, @sularigentill.bsky.social and #ALBooth. All 3 books come highly recommended, and I had fun reviewing these #Canberra authors.
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Canberra Weekly Column – Australian Crime Fiction – 21 August 2025

Originally published in the Canberra Weekly on 21 August 2025. A copy of this column also appeared on the Canberra Daily website. Make sure to check out my extended reviews of The Bolthole and Five…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 14d

I was in the mood for awesome murder mystery with a fun twist so I read Five Found Dead by @sularigentill.bsky.social. A great novel that I had a great time reading, Five Found Dead comes highly recommended.
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Five Found Dead by Sulari Gentill

Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press (ebook – 19 August 2025) Series: Standalone Length: 310 pages My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars Amazon Those looking for a fun and very meta murder mystery that looks back…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 14d

I also just reviewed the outstanding young adult fantasy debut Of Flame and Fury by @mikaylabridge.bsky.social. A clever and exciting read that I could turn away from, this was a great book that is really worth reading.
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Of Flame and Fury by Mikayla Bridge

Publisher: Macmillan (Trade Paperback – 15 July 2025) Series: Standalone / Book One Length: 383 pages My Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars Amazon Australian author Mikayla Bridge produces one of the more …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 14d

I just published a review of The Bolthole by #PeterPapathanasiou. An intriguing and compelling Australian crime fiction novel, The Bolthole was an outstanding read that comes highly recommended.
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The Bolthole by Peter Papathanasiou

Publisher: MacLehose (Trade Paperback – 29 July 2025) Series: DS George Manolis – Book Four Length: 349 pages My Rating: 4.25 out of 5 stars Amazon Acclaimed Australian crime fiction author Peter P…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 18d

I just reviewed the 6th #DungeonCrawlerCarl novel by
@mattdinniman.bsky.social, The Eye of the Bedlam Bride. An exceptional novel with a perfect blend of comedy and tragedy, this book comes very highly recommended.
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The Eye of the Bedlam Bride by Matt Dinniman

Publisher: Soundbooth Theater (Audiobook – 2 July 2023) Series: Dungeon Crawler Carl – Book Six Length: 26 hours and 46 minutes My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Amazon The chaotic fun of Matt Dinniman’s…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 19d

For this week's Waiting on Wednesday, I highlight an exceptional upcoming fantasy release with First Mage on the Moon by @cameronjohnston.bsky.social. Featuring a particularly awesome sounding plot, this book has so much potential, and I cannot wait to read it.
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Waiting on Wednesday – First Mage on the Moon by Cameron Johnston

Welcome to my weekly segment, Waiting on Wednesday, where I look at upcoming books that I am planning to order and review in the next few months and which I think I will really enjoy. Stay tuned t…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 20d

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, which includes outstanding books by #DanBrown @anthonyryan.bsky.social, #RFkuang, #JeffreyArcher and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 17 September 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 20d

I recently received several awesome books from some outstanding authors, including @richardosman1.bsky.social @anthonyryan.bsky.social @kenfollettauthor.bsky.social @taeliensalaris.bsky.social @ryanqnorth.bsky.social and more.
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Book Haul – 17 September 2025

I’ve had an excellent couple of weeks for books, as I was lucky enough to receive a huge number of incredible and amazing new novels from local publishers and Netgalley. These novels include some …

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Anthony Ryan @anthonyryan.bsky.social · 24d

Follow ye the invisible footsteps of the Unseen Librarian.
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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 24d

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, including outstanding books by #RFkuang, @anthonyryan.bsky.social, @realjacksonford.bsky.social, #TerryPratchett and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 10 September 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 24d

I also just reviewed the excellent 2025 crime fiction novel, Nightshade by @michaelconnelly.bsky.social. An excellent and captivating new murder mystery from the always impressive Connelly, Nightshade was a highly recommended read that I couldn't get enough of.
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Nightshade by Michael Connelly

Publisher: Allen & Unwin (ebook – 20 May 2025) Series: Detective Stilwell – Book One Length: 351 pages My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Amazon The master of American crime fiction, Michael Connelly,…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 24d

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, including outstanding books by #RFkuang, @anthonyryan.bsky.social, @realjacksonford.bsky.social, #TerryPratchett and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 10 September 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · 24d

I just reviewed the epic fifth #DungeonCrawlerCarl novel by @mattdinniman.bsky.social, The Butcher's Masquerade. One of the best books in this incredible series, I powered through this exceptional novel, which was explosive fun from start to finish.
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The Butcher’s Masquerade by Matt Dinniman

Publisher: Soundbooth Theater (Audiobook – 28 February 2022) Series: Dungeon Crawler Carl – Book Five Length: 23 hours and 33 minutes My Rating: 5 out of 5 stars Amazon The epic adventures of Carl …

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Rhonda Jensen @rrrjjensen.bsky.social · Sep 4

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

For this week's Top Ten Tuesday, I list my most anticipated books coming out in the next 3 months, including amazing books by @kenfollettauthor.bsky.social @richardosman1.bsky.social @jonathanmaberry.bsky.social @michaelconnelly.bsky.social Part 1 of 2.
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Top Ten Tuesday – Books on my Spring 2025 To Be Read (TBR) List

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme that currently resides at The Artsy Reader Girl and features bloggers sharing lists on various book topics. The official Top Ten Tuesday topic for this week featur…

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John Pollock @karlcotton.bsky.social · Sep 8

On my list

The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

For this week's Top Ten Tuesday, I list my most anticipated books coming out in the next 3 months, including amazing books by @simon-scarrow.bsky.social @decastell.bsky.social @adamchristopher.me @jamesloganauthor.bsky.social and more Part 2 of 2.
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Top Ten Tuesday – Books on my Spring 2025 To Be Read (TBR) List

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme that currently resides at The Artsy Reader Girl and features bloggers sharing lists on various book topics. The official Top Ten Tuesday topic for this week featur…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

For this week's Top Ten Tuesday, I list my most anticipated books coming out in the next 3 months, including amazing books by @kenfollettauthor.bsky.social @richardosman1.bsky.social @jonathanmaberry.bsky.social @michaelconnelly.bsky.social Part 1 of 2.
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Top Ten Tuesday – Books on my Spring 2025 To Be Read (TBR) List

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly meme that currently resides at The Artsy Reader Girl and features bloggers sharing lists on various book topics. The official Top Ten Tuesday topic for this week featur…

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · Aug 27

I had another awesome week of reading, so make sure to check out my latest #WWWWednesday post, including outstanding books by @lamargiles.bsky.social @mattdinniman.bsky.social, @mwcraven.bsky.social, @stevecavanagh.bsky.social and more.
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WWW Wednesday – 27 August 2025

WWW Wednesday is a weekly post hosted by Taking on a World of Words, where bloggers share the books that they’ve recently finished, what they are currently reading and what books they are planning …

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The Unseen Library @theunseenlibrary.bsky.social · Aug 26

For this week's Top Ten Tuesday, I list my favourite books with occupations in the title, including amazing novels by @stansakaiofficial.bsky.social #AntoniaHodgson #MatthewReilly #JohnGrisham #MarkGreaney @stevecavanagh.bsky.social @robinhobb.bsky.social unseenlibrary.com/2025/08/26/t...

Top Ten Tuesday – Books with Occupations in the Title

Top Ten Tuesday is a weekly feature that currently resides at The Artsy Reader Girl and features bloggers sharing lists on various book topics. For this week’s Top Ten Tuesday, participants get a …

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