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Heads of the Colored People by Nafissa Thompson-Spires
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
The ways in which Spires tackles the issues of race, class and preferences here aren't new but there is a certain spin that she has brought to each character and their story which makes them fresh and lends a certain resonance as the reader interacts with and responds to each person and their individuality within their environment. She is allowing her characters to be themselves in all their beauty, with all their flaws, either reckoning with or accepting themselves as they are.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Grief, Body shaming, Bullying, Self harm, Stalking, and Police brutality
Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Absolutely amazing. Mybs3cond time reading this book and I am still in love with how Roanhorse has built this story. The cagracywrs are compelling, the plot moves well and keeps me engaged and immersed. The influence of the Meso-American peoples can be seen in the festivals, dress, beliefs, and clan groupings.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Death, Gore, Body horror, Alcohol, Grief, Murder, and Violence
The Brides of High Hill by Nghi Vo
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I loved this. Finished in a couple hours today and it has got to be my favourite in the Singing Hills Cycle. They keep getting better and better.
The thrilleresque vibe that ran through the entire story, not knowing how to unravel the mystery of what was happening, who was evil and who was the villain. I just love how Vo weaves her tales. She infuses these novellas with as much creativity and attention to detail that most can't even get into a full novel. I will always be a fan of her works.
The thrilleresque vibe that ran through the entire story, not knowing how to unravel the mystery of what was happening, who was evil and who was the villain. I just love how Vo weaves her tales. She infuses these novellas with as much creativity and attention to detail that most can't even get into a full novel. I will always be a fan of her works.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body horror and Blood
Relics of Ruin by Erin M. Evans
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
As much as I like the story andnhow it is progressing, my favourite Parr of this series will always be the characters. How they are coming together to build their own supportive family unit within which we see young romance budding and the move towards forging new intimate relationships even as we look back at past important ones.
I do feel as if the move towards the big bad making his way onto the page is taking a while as this is book 2 but as long as everything is developed in book 3 without too much of a rush, I will be fine. As long as I have my gang of archivists and their adopted vigilant.
I do feel as if the move towards the big bad making his way onto the page is taking a while as this is book 2 but as long as everything is developed in book 3 without too much of a rush, I will be fine. As long as I have my gang of archivists and their adopted vigilant.
Jackal, Jackal by Tobi Ogundiran
dark
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This collection was so addictive, I found myself devouring 2 to 3 stories a day. The creativity and cultural foundation spread throughout each story was magnificent. Ogundiran can write and first caught my attention with his story in the Africa Risen anthology.
Here the stories are more sinister, with a subtle touch of cold darkness and evil that stays with the reader. And yet he is also able to infuse light and hope where one would think there wasn't any. There are stories of transformation, greed, power, and hunger all woven through with fantastical elements that are captivating.
Here the stories are more sinister, with a subtle touch of cold darkness and evil that stays with the reader. And yet he is also able to infuse light and hope where one would think there wasn't any. There are stories of transformation, greed, power, and hunger all woven through with fantastical elements that are captivating.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Death of parent, Sexual content, Grief, Body horror, Death, Gore, and Kidnapping
Many Worlds: Or, the Simulacra by Cadwell Turnbull, Josh Eure
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This won't be for everyone but if you like exploratory stories tha examine our place in the universe, multiverse, or changing worlds and how we affect certain aspects or are changed in the process, you will enjoy this anthology.
Rebel Skies by Ann Sei Lin
adventurous
emotional
sad
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? No
3.5
I really enjoyed this one. Elements of found family, a deep & loyal friendship, a main character with a fighting spirit, and a crew that brings experience and betrayal.
This is classed as YA, but for some reason it read middle grade to me which I absolutely loved. Kurara and Haru have a strong friendship and a history that goes back beyond what Kurara remembers. The separation of sky people and land dwellers called groundlings is severe and is portrayed really well when Kurara joins the ship that hunts Shinigami.
I really love an author who can give me characters that I can instantly know that I am going to root for. Add in court intrigue and royal familial strife and I'm all in. Can't wait for the next installment.
This is classed as YA, but for some reason it read middle grade to me which I absolutely loved. Kurara and Haru have a strong friendship and a history that goes back beyond what Kurara remembers. The separation of sky people and land dwellers called groundlings is severe and is portrayed really well when Kurara joins the ship that hunts Shinigami.
I really love an author who can give me characters that I can instantly know that I am going to root for. Add in court intrigue and royal familial strife and I'm all in. Can't wait for the next installment.
Upon a Burning Throne by Ashok K. Banker
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Second time around reading this one and I enjoyed it just as much, but can identify certain areas where I felt that the author got a bit carried away with the writing.
Based on the Mahabharata, Banker has definitely captured the epic feel of the world and the various supernatural characters that inhabit the pages. There is action, political intrigue, betrayals, and snide interplay. Definitely worth the read.
Based on the Mahabharata, Banker has definitely captured the epic feel of the world and the various supernatural characters that inhabit the pages. There is action, political intrigue, betrayals, and snide interplay. Definitely worth the read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Pregnancy, Grief, Animal death, Child death, Classism, Death, Death of parent, Infidelity, Suicide attempt, and War
The Little Village of Book Lovers by Nina George
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I always fall in love with the gentle way George tells her stories. Her characters are always so sweet and lovely, even when it seems they have certain attitudes. The ones in this book are no different. Inhabitants of a small town, livin closely and with a strong sense of community.
This is a story of books and love and how reading can bring not o ly people together, but with a little love magic, bring lovers together.
This is a story of books and love and how reading can bring not o ly people together, but with a little love magic, bring lovers together.
Fathomfolk by Eliza Chan
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5