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The One by Kiera Cass
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
3 books in one day light work no reaction
anyway i do love this book as the end of this trilogy, and i dont have to wish there was more because there IS more and i have them right next to me.
America Singer you are so important to me, go girl boss your way into the hearts of the world marxist queen
anyway i do love this book as the end of this trilogy, and i dont have to wish there was more because there IS more and i have them right next to me.
America Singer you are so important to me, go girl boss your way into the hearts of the world marxist queen
The Elite by Kiera Cass
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
i forgot how nothing this book is compared to the first! but America really had a moment with the report in it so it was worth the read
Faulty by Nicole Parker
fast-paced
3.0
what the hell is going on and why do i need to read more of it
Rake by Nicole Parker
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
what the hell did i just read and why do i now have to read every single one of these.
The Spirit Bares Its Teeth by Andrew Joseph White
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The day I don't enjoy reading a Andrew Joseph White novel may be the day I am no longer breathing.
To feel so represented by any book right now becomes more and more common, but the absolute macabre storytelling mixed with how much I connect with and see myself in the characters, no matter how much the setting changes, is something I feel that I can't get from any other authors at the minute.
Death Conquers All
but not us, this time.
To feel so represented by any book right now becomes more and more common, but the absolute macabre storytelling mixed with how much I connect with and see myself in the characters, no matter how much the setting changes, is something I feel that I can't get from any other authors at the minute.
Death Conquers All
but not us, this time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Deadnaming, Death, Gore, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, Forced institutionalization, Blood, Excrement, Vomit, Medical content, Abortion, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Self harm, Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Transphobia, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Medical trauma, Gaslighting, Toxic friendship, and Dysphoria
A Soul to Embrace by Opal Reyne
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
IM SO HAPPY THIS BOOK EXISTS!!!!! it was so fun to finish off this arc of the duskwalkers through Jabez and Zylah's relationship, and it was so great to finally see some of my favourites come back for more!
it was so epic to see Jabez actively making choices to not be evil, and how having Zylah around grew both of their humanity and decision making skills lol
spoilers ahead pertaining to end of book and the novella:but im so glad that the little novella at the end finally gave us Jabez with true happiness, Merikh and Nathair reunion, the TWINS!, and just general family happiness!!! although. could not believe that the witch owl and weldir had two MORE. give that girl a break.
it was so epic to see Jabez actively making choices to not be evil, and how having Zylah around grew both of their humanity and decision making skills lol
spoilers ahead pertaining to end of book and the novella:
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Sexual content, Blood, and Murder
Moderate: Confinement, Gore, Torture, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, War, and Injury/Injury detail
We'll Prescribe You a Cat by Syou Ishida
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
5 stars no notes!
I loved this book so much, it was such a fun read and I'm glad I pulled it together and picked it up!
I loved this book so much, it was such a fun read and I'm glad I pulled it together and picked it up!
Camera Shy by Kay Cove
funny
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
if i have to hear the words "queen" or "king" or "womanly hips" again i will spontaneously combust in a bad way.
Death of a Bookseller by Alice Slater
1.25
I cannot believe I finished this book.
I hated both characters, I hated the story, I hated every single detail about this book.
I borrowed it from the library as its bright green allure captured me, snail motifs enthralling me, and then was let down for 3 whole months of "reading" nothing worth my time. but I had to finish the book.
and by god did I read to the end, with the most disappointing ending I've had the misfortune of interacting with for a long time.
this was not worth my time.
I hated both characters, I hated the story, I hated every single detail about this book.
I borrowed it from the library as its bright green allure captured me, snail motifs enthralling me, and then was let down for 3 whole months of "reading" nothing worth my time. but I had to finish the book.
and by god did I read to the end, with the most disappointing ending I've had the misfortune of interacting with for a long time.
this was not worth my time.
Women & Children by Tony Birch
challenging
emotional
reflective
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
TONY BIRCH ! *raucous applause*
hats off to another wonderful book by the man, the myth, the legend: Tony Birch.
Women and Children explores very harsh, very real themes through the viewpoint of a child, and it truly taking a village to take care of one another.
Charlie and Joe's relationship was so sweet to read through for the 300-odd pages of the book, and it really felt like Birch exploring his current and younger selves being reflected through the characters.
Here's to being better than those who raised us, and to end the cycle forever.
hats off to another wonderful book by the man, the myth, the legend: Tony Birch.
Women and Children explores very harsh, very real themes through the viewpoint of a child, and it truly taking a village to take care of one another.
Charlie and Joe's relationship was so sweet to read through for the 300-odd pages of the book, and it really felt like Birch exploring his current and younger selves being reflected through the characters.
Here's to being better than those who raised us, and to end the cycle forever.