Countdown to 2026: Day 12 – Holly and Ivy – a book with great world building
12 December 2025
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Tags: A book with great worldbuilding, Countdown to 2026, Day 12, Holly and Ivy
Once again I am counting down to the New Year, as with the previous years I shall be highlighting at least one book per day to fit the prompt on that given day. The main aim for this countdown is to highlight some of my reads during the past year and to shine the spotlight on them once again (although some of the prompts relate to forthcoming reads).
Today is Day 12 of the countdown to 2026 and a list of prompts can be found here if you wish to join me in counting down to 2026 and casting a spotlight on some of your favourite books.
Today’s Prompt: Holly and Ivy – a book with great world building:
I loved Grave Empire by Richard Swan. This is a great start to series and the world building is excellent.
19 Days Remaining
Tomorrow’s prompt: Feast: a book that was magnificent


I still need to read this. Sigh.
One for the TBR.
Lynn 😀
The cover is intriguing!
Here is mine, scifi: https://wordsandpeace.com/2025/12/12/countdown-to-2026-day-12-holly-and-ivy/
Yes, I like the cover.
Lynn 😀