“The Wolves of London: Obsidian Heart Book 1” by Mark Morris – good ideas drowned in over-written text
“Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore” by Robin Sloan – gentle nerd wish fulfilment fantasy with a philosophical twist
“The Stupidest Angel: A Heartwarming Tale of Christmas Terror” by Christopher Moore – Twisted Christmas Cheer
“A Cold Day For Murder” Kate Shugak #1 by Dana Stabenow – Good characters but the story is showing its age