The Bones Beneath My Skin by T J Klune book review

-
 • 𝕭𝖔𝖔𝖐 𝕽𝖊𝖛𝖎𝖊𝖜 •
~ Love, loss, found family… and an alien princess on the run from shady government agents. Oh, and her name? Artemis Darth Vader. Buckle up. ~

Set in 1995, this book follows Nate Carter—an ex-journalist who’s hit rock bottom—as he retreats to his family’s remote cabin for some soul-searching. But instead of solitude, he finds Alex (a gruff Marine with a gun) and Artemis (a 10-year-old girl who’s… off). Soon, Nate is thrown into a whirlwind of conspiracies, action-packed chases, and a journey that will reshape his understanding of love and belonging.

 • Why You Should Read It:

+ Klune’s writing is sharp, evocative, and dripping with nostalgia. The 90s setting? Spot on, from the cultural references to the raw, untamed sense of isolation that mirrors Nate’s emotional state.

+ It’s unapologetically queer—a story about identity and love in a time when acceptance wasn’t easy. Klune doesn’t just write relationships; he builds them, layering them with tenderness, vulnerability, and unspoken truths.

+ The action sequences? Think summer blockbuster meets heartfelt sci-fi drama. The tension is visceral, the pacing deliberate yet gripping, and when emotions hit, they hit hard.

+ The heart of this book lies in its characters. Nate, Alex, and Artemis form an unconventional, tender family that will break you and heal you. Klune explores mascuIinity and vulnerability in a way that feels intimate and deeply human.

• Heads Up:

+ Expect some explicit scenes + graphic vioIence (not for younger readers).

+ Klune’s detail-heavy writing may feel slow at times, but the emotional payoff is so worth it.

•Final Verdict: A beautiful, wild mix of sci-fi, thriller, and queer romance that hits hard in all the best ways. If you love found family stories with action, heart, and just a touch of weird, this one’s for you. 


And yes, Artemis Darth Vader is the perfect name. Trust me.


Books, Book Promotion, Bookstagram, Bookish, Book Review, Book Reviewer, Book Blogger, Book Related, Book Recommendations

Popular posts from this blog

Interview of Author Margarita Felices

-
Image
• Please introduce yourself I live in Cardiff, Wales. It’s home to castles, waterfalls, mountains, beautiful coastlines, rugby, Doctor Who and Torchwood, and I used to work for a well-known TV broadcasting company. I love living in Cardiff because, even after most of its modernisations, there are still the remnants of an old Victorian (and older) city.  When I can, I go out to the coast and take photographs. We have a lovely castle in the centre of Cardiff and a fairytale one just on the outskirts, so when I feel I can’t write anything, I take a ramble to those locations, and it clears my head.   I have a TV production background. I used to be a professional photographer and decided to move into the TV world. I started off by working on our local news programmes and then moved on to Arts, Factual, Drama, back to Factual, back to Drama (Torchwood, Dr Who and a few regional shows) – a fascinating journey! Before taking voluntary redundancy in 2022, I worked for ...
Read more

Love is a verb by Pramod Rajput Book Review

-
Image
Purchase Here • 𝕭𝖔𝖔𝖐 𝕽𝖊𝖛𝖎𝖊𝖜 • Meet Manav. A boy from a small village who becomes a successful engineer through hard work and determination. He is an orphan. He falls in love with a simple girl called Madhu, who comes from a wealthy family. Manav and Madhu belong to two totally different social backgrounds in regards to economic status and caste. So, to get united in the eternal bond of marriage, they have to face a lot of hurdles. But life has also reserved challenges for them. Madhu's life takes a total turn when, after marriage, she battles with stage 3 Alzheimer's disease.  Love is a verb by Pramod Rajput, is an emotional story of love, devotion, sacrifice, and resilience. The author skillfully depicts how Manav and Madhu accidentally meet, fall in love, and discover their souls in one another. Their eternal bond not only wins against societal stigmas but also the challenges of life. It is a story of loyalty, helplessness, and loss. Manav holds Madhu's hand in ...
Read more

The Phoenix Keeper and the City of the Sun Book Review

-
Image
The Phoenix Keeper and the City of the Sun by Margarita Artista is an urban fantasy read. It is the first book in the Phoenix Keeper series. The book features strong female protagonist, Seraphine whose perfectly smooth life suddenly takes a total turn to transform her entirely.  Purchase Here The first thing that I would like to mention is the trend breaking magic system. How the author has blended mythological elements, demands appreciation. The good news for romantasy readers is, it's a he falls first "who did this to you?" read. If one enjoys morally grey characters, this book is a perfect read. I loved the equation between Seraphine and Felix, that is bound to hook readers. I enjoyed how Seraphine's character blooms slowly but elegantly. The book has a gloomy mysteries atmosphere that makes it a page turner. Fantastic dialogues and slow-burn romance takes this book to another level. The language is easy but graceful. It's commendable how the author...
Read more