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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Fast-paced with a twist I didn’t see coming! The romantic (?) subplot was a little erratic and almost felt discarded, but also the book didn’t need it anyway.
enjoyable; whimsy feeling magical realism, great writing. however! I felt a bit let down especially because all the reviews have been raving around it.
kind of felt like it was trying to be too many things at once, the FMC kept making silly decisions, a lot felt unanswered, and why is the FMC insta-loving on not one, but two separate guys when there were several moments that she thought these guys wanted her dead (and/or kidnapped her, or lied to her etc). like, girlfriend, I get that they're hot but 🤔
anyways, it was still enjoyable and it was an easy read but I'm sad to say it didn't hit the spot for me!
thanks heaps Hachette Australia for sending me the beautiful proof copy 🫶🏼
kind of felt like it was trying to be too many things at once, the FMC kept making silly decisions, a lot felt unanswered, and why is the FMC insta-loving on not one, but two separate guys when there were several moments that she thought these guys wanted her dead (and/or kidnapped her, or lied to her etc). like, girlfriend, I get that they're hot but 🤔
anyways, it was still enjoyable and it was an easy read but I'm sad to say it didn't hit the spot for me!
thanks heaps Hachette Australia for sending me the beautiful proof copy 🫶🏼
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was so unique and I loved the magical realism set in Hollywood. It was such an interesting fast paced read and I was so intrigued with every page turn. There were some things that weren’t fully explained, but I think that was part of the charm of this book.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Holland St. James believes in magic and fell in love with the Professor's mysterious course on Local Legends and Urban Myths in Los Angeles. While on a date, Holland comes across a sign for The Watchman who tells her that she will die at midnight on Halloween unless she finds an ancient magical object, the Alchemical Heart. Suddenly Holland is presented with two different men who both claim they were sent by her twin sister to protect her from the other man. As Holland is thrust into a world of magic, she must decide who to trust in this fun adult debut from the author of Caraval and Once Upon a Broken Heart.
Stephanie Garber stuns with a Old Hollywood makes a deal with the devil fantasy full of rich art deco vibes. Known for her young adult fantasy, Garber's adult debut keeps things tame with multiple romantic interests but no steam. The quick fun plot evokes a sense of magical wonder while keeping you guessing who Holland can trust while the Professor's urban legends slowly build the magical story. The only drawback to Alchemy of Secrets was that I had so many unanswered questions, which is one way to ensure readers come back for the sequel.
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No