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Rebel Witch by Kristen Ciccarelli
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Violence, Blood, and Murder
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Sexual content, and Kidnapping
The Serendipity: a whimsical romance by Emma St. Clair
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, and Murder
Moderate: Cursing, Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Grief
Esther: A Woman of Strength and Dignity by Charles R. Swindoll
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Reckless by Lauren Roberts
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Fire/Fire injury
Powerful by Lauren Roberts
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
What it's about:
This story takes place during the events of Powerless. It follows Paedyn's best friend Adena. She is a seamstress trying to survive on the streets when she meets Mak, a man who needs her help getting into the royal palace.
What I thought:
Adena is so precious, and I loved her relationship with Mak. They were so cute and funny together. It was nice getting to know more about her backstory. It was also so heartbreaking.
> this story was so sweet and heartbreaking
> I loved getting to know more about this side character from Powerless
> I think if you read this in tandem with Powerless, it might be a slightly better experience but more heartbreaking
🎧 Audiobook Thoughts: I really liked these narrators.
⚠️ death, violence, and some other heavy content.
🌶️ just kisses
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Murder
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Torture, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Powerless by Lauren Roberts
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
What it's about:
Paedyn has been living in the streets and hiding her "ordinary" status from the elites. When she unknowingly rescues the prince, she finds herself thrown into deadly trials where she has to choose whether to trust the prince or not.
What I thought:
I loved this book! Paedyn and Kai had such great tension and so many great scenes together. The trials reminded me a lot of The Hunger Games, which I loved. I also enjoyed the side characters in this story too.
> I loved this!
> Paedyn is a great protagonist
> Kai 😍😍😍
> the tension between Kai & Paedyn 🔥
> love the Hunger Games style trials
> so many cute scenes
> the dancing! 😍
> “who did this to you?” 🥹
🎧 Audiobook Thoughts: I really enjoyed these narrators and would recommend this format.
⚠️ lots of violence, death of loved ones, grief, panic attacks, and more.
🌶️ just kisses
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Torture, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Alcohol
The Irish Girl: A Novel by Ashley E. Sweeney
Did not finish book. Stopped at 68%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 68%.
Thank you to She Writes Press for the gifted ebook. All opinions are my own.
Why I chose to read this book:
I was asked to read and review this book, and from the synopsis I was given, it sounded like something I would enjoy.
My thoughts:
This book was bleak the entire time I was reading it. The main character experienced one traumatic event after another, and the writing was so graphic at times. I just couldn't stomach the content of this book. If you like depressing stories with a LOT of triggering content, then I think you'll enjoy this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Incest, Misogyny, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Terminal illness, Medical content, Grief, Cultural appropriation, Abandonment, and Classism
A Lady Would Know Better by Emma Theriault
funny
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Thank you Entangled Publishing for the gifted book. All opinions are my own.
What it's about:
Jasper Maycott, Earl of Belhaven, finds a mysterious woman out in the snow on his property. After bringing her back to his estate, he realizes that she not only has injuries from falling off her horse but also has no memories of the accident or who she is.
What I thought:
I loved this book. It's a slower paced story, but I loved how the author handled the topic of grief. I also enjoyed the slow burn romance between Jasper and "Jane." I thought they brought out the best in each other.
> I loved this book!
> the author did such a great job discussing grief
> the romance was cute
> I liked how the amnesia trope was done in this book
⚠️ this book deals with grief throughout the entire story because of the many losses these characters have experienced.
🌶️ open door scenes are at the end of the book and can easily be skipped.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Confinement, Cursing, Death, Blood, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Vomit
The Lodge by Kayla Olson
Did not finish book. Stopped at 80%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 80%.
Thank you to Simon & Schuster Audio for the ALC. All opinions are my own.
Why I chose to read this book:
I previously read The Reunion by this author and enjoyed it. Also, this was an option for January's Simon & Schuster Audio influencer program.
My thoughts:
I liked a lot of what I read, but I also think it won't be memorable for me. The relationship seemed like it developed too quickly, and the characters didn't seem to have very distinct personalities. Also, the main character's sister was the main reason that I gave up on this story. The narration was good though.