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It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse
Falling by Jane Green
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Really descriptive and well-writren story. All of the characters introduced at all points were intertwined well into the story. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a cute, relaxed slow burning love story.
However, the ending shocked me. It was the opposite of what I ever expected and left me with many overwhelming emotions. This book will not fail in making the reader feel something.
However, the ending shocked me. It was the opposite of what I ever expected and left me with many overwhelming emotions. This book will not fail in making the reader feel something.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
Minor: Domestic abuse
Miseducation: Inequality, Education and the Working Classes by Diane Reay
challenging
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.0
A well-written sociology research book on education with in-depth insight on the current failing education system in the UK.
It is truly a tragedy how the education system currently works and sets up pupils for a life of failure. I recommend this book to anyone wishing to learn more about the dark side of the education system as Diane Reay covers it really well with first-hand opinions of real students, metadata analyses and longitudinal studies all written in an organised, formal yet interesting way.
It is truly a tragedy how the education system currently works and sets up pupils for a life of failure. I recommend this book to anyone wishing to learn more about the dark side of the education system as Diane Reay covers it really well with first-hand opinions of real students, metadata analyses and longitudinal studies all written in an organised, formal yet interesting way.
With the End in Mind: Dying, Death, and Wisdom in an Age of Denial by Kathryn Mannix
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.75
Incredibly well written book which made me tear up more times than I'd like to admit. This array of short stories had me questioning how I want things to be in my life and what I should fulfill before my time runs out. It taught me to treat people with more respect and kindness.
I recommend everyone to read this book as it is interesting and will definitely have an impact, even a small one, on your way of viewing people and their troubles.
I recommend everyone to read this book as it is interesting and will definitely have an impact, even a small one, on your way of viewing people and their troubles.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Vomit
Pandemic by Robin Cook
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
I normally love Robin Cook's stories as he is an amazing author with unique ideas, but this book was not worth it. If you wish to read his books, there are better options.
This story used characters which I've seen in previous books which surprised me (this isn't a pro or a con, just a general comment.) This story was incredibly slow paced and only unfolded within the last few pages, making it quite boring and feeling as if there was an abundance of filler chapters. The title is also misleading as you'd expect something more tense and world-stopping. I still enjoy Robin Cook's books, but this one was not it.
This story used characters which I've seen in previous books which surprised me (this isn't a pro or a con, just a general comment.) This story was incredibly slow paced and only unfolded within the last few pages, making it quite boring and feeling as if there was an abundance of filler chapters. The title is also misleading as you'd expect something more tense and world-stopping. I still enjoy Robin Cook's books, but this one was not it.
The Hunted by Charlie Higson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This series might just be one of my favourite book series out there. Higson really does have a creative mind, putting unspeakable situations into a whole story. This book is gory, detailed, sad and amusing all at the same time. This series is one I'd recommend to all who think they can handle the challenge.
The only reason I took .5 stars off is because, although still an amazing book, I feel that this might be my least favourite one from the series. It seems as if Higson took all of his last other-worldly ideas and shoved them all into one book for the sake of a story. Other than that, he still phrased all of these ideas and connected them in a nice way.
The only reason I took .5 stars off is because, although still an amazing book, I feel that this might be my least favourite one from the series. It seems as if Higson took all of his last other-worldly ideas and shoved them all into one book for the sake of a story. Other than that, he still phrased all of these ideas and connected them in a nice way.
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Amazing. This book brought out emotions in me that I didn't imagine I could feel. It send chills through my body while reading about the detailed thoughts and feelings the main character had. I truly never wanted to put this book down, and sacrificed many hours of sleep to read it))
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Rape
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
The Dead by Charlie Higson
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is the second book that I read from this series and it did not disappoint. I enjoyed the fast-paced constant action, the diverse personalities of all the children, the plot and the descriptive language!
This book is a good choice for people who love to be kept on edge and are prepared to cry!
This book is a good choice for people who love to be kept on edge and are prepared to cry!
Shock by Robin Cook
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
This story was incredibly mysterious, leaving me wanting to read more and more. I always love how Robin Cook manages to combine medicine with thriller in his books.
The characters were, as always, loveable and all had distinct personalities. Robin Cook has an amazingly creative mind and I recommend this book to all.
The only reason that I took away .25 stars was because there were a few characters introduced that made it seem like they'd be seen later on in the story, only to never appear again. The book also ends on a cliffhanger, leaving you to your own interpretation.
The characters were, as always, loveable and all had distinct personalities. Robin Cook has an amazingly creative mind and I recommend this book to all.
The only reason that I took away .25 stars was because there were a few characters introduced that made it seem like they'd be seen later on in the story, only to never appear again. The book also ends on a cliffhanger, leaving you to your own interpretation.
The Extraordinary Adventures Of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar by Maurice Leblanc
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I think the book I read was badly translated from French to English, so the sentence structure and words were confusing, ruining the experience of the book. The idea of the book was nice though