#5 – The Desert Prince by Peter V. Brett

Release Date: August 3, 2021

Goodreads Rating: 4.28 out of 5 stars

What Caught My Eye: I don’t really know much about this book, but I love the cover. I’ve seen a lot of great things about it on Twitter, and the synopsis sounds interesting enough. So, I plan to definitely give it try.

#4 – The Witch Haven by Sasha Peyton Smith

Release Date: August 31, 2021

Goodreads Rating: 4.18 out of 5 stars

What Caught My Eye: I found this book perusing Goodreads, and the synopsis has me incredibly interested. I love historical fiction and fantasy, and this book seems like it will be a wonderful blend of both.

#3 – Forestborn by Elayne Audrey Becker

Release Date: August 31, 2021

Goodreads Rating: 4.09 out of 5 stars

What Caught My Eye: The beautiful cover grabbed my attention on NetGalley, and the synopsis sounded interesting and full of magic and adventure. Unfortunately, I wasn’t approved for the book, but I still definitely plan to read it at some point.

#2 – The Hand of the Sun King by J. T. Greathouse

Release Date: August 5, 2021

Goodreads Rating: 4.21 out of 5 stars

What Caught My Eye: I first saw this book on Twitter, and other reviewers I follow have written great things about it. The synopsis has me intrigued, and I was lucky enough to get a copy from NetGalley. So, my review of this one will be available soon!

#1 – Shards of Earth by Adrian Tchaikovsky

Release Date: August 3, 2021

Goodreads Rating: 4.31 out of 5 stars

What Caught My Eye: Months ago, I signed up for a book tour of this book, but didn’t get to participate. The premise of the book really piqued my interest, and I was bummed I didn’t get to participate. Luckily, I got the ARC from NetGalley not long after. So, this one is actually my next read, and my review will be coming soon!