Today I’m reviewing A Thousand Perfect Lies by Monica Murphy—a gripping, character-driven YA mystery built on secrets, deception, family loyalty, and the fragile nature of truth. With an elite boarding school, a secret identity, and plenty of suspicious characters, this one surprised me in the best way. Continue reading A Thousand Perfect Lies Podcast Review | Secrets, Deception & a Twisty YA Mystery
Today I’m reviewing I Killed the King by Rebecca Mix and Andrea Hannah—a clever fantasy mystery that channels Knives Out with its ensemble cast, magical world, political intrigue, and satisfying whodunnit. If you love locked-room mysteries and fantasy, this one is worth checking out. Continue reading I Killed the King Podcast Review | A Fantasy Mystery with Knives Out Vibes
August is shaping up to be my most ambitious reading month yet! From dragons and dark academia to cozy fantasy, mysteries, and highly anticipated ARCs, here’s a look at the 20 books I’m hoping to read this month. Will I finish them all? Probably not—but it’s going to be fun trying! Continue reading August 2026 TBR | 20 Fantasy, Sci-Fi & Mystery Books I Hope to Read This Month
I Killed the King delivers exactly what its premise promises: a clever locked-room murder mystery wrapped in a fantasy setting. With political intrigue, magic, shifting alliances, and plenty of suspects, this YA fantasy is perfect for readers who love Knives Out with a magical twist. 🔪👑✨ Continue reading I Killed the King Review | Knives Out Meets Fantasy in a Clever Locked-Room Mystery
I’ve done it again. My July TBR has somehow grown to 23 books, ranging from fantasy and sci-fi to mysteries and cozy reads. Will I finish them all? Absolutely not. Am I going to try anyway? Of course. Continue reading July 2026 TBR | My Completely Unreasonable 23-Book Reading Goal
The August 2026 Book of the Month Poll is officially open! Vote for your favorite from this month’s lineup of fantasy, mythology, mystery, thriller, and magical reads to help decide the next featured book on Cyn’s Workshop. 📚✨🗳️ Continue reading August 2026 Book of the Month Poll | Vote for the Next Cyn’s Workshop Feature
My June 2026 TBR is officially here! This month I’m aiming for a slightly less chaotic 18-book reading goal. Will I actually manage to hit it this time, or am I setting myself up for disappointment again? 📚😂 Continue reading June 2026 TBR | My 18-Book Reading Goal (Can I Finally Hit It?)
The July Book of the Month Poll is officially live! Vote for your next read from ten exciting nominees featuring fantasy, mystery, horror, witches, haunted houses, and dark academia vibes. 📚✨🗳️ Continue reading July 2026 Book of the Month Poll | Vote for Cyn’s Workshop’s Next Read
Uncover the secrets of The Art of Exile, a dark academia thriller that blends art, mystery, and emotional intensity in a hauntingly beautiful read. Continue reading 🎨 Dark Academia Meets Mystery in The Art of Exile by Andrea Max | Book Review
Holly Jackson’s The Reappearance of Rachel Price delivers a masterclass in misdirection, with a gripping, twist-filled mystery that keeps you guessing until the very last page. Continue reading A Return Wrapped in Lies | The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson
