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204 reviews
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Graphic: War, Violence, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Animal death, and Death
Moderate: Fatphobia
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Cultural appropriation, Death, Racism, Toxic friendship, Suicidal thoughts, Xenophobia, Mental illness, and Medical trauma
Moderate: Rape and Sexual assault
- 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
The Chalice of the Gods left me yearning for more thrilling adventures that lie ahead. I can't wait to see where Percy's gonna look for his next college acceptance letter!
Graphic: Abandonment, Violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Pregnancy
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
The way how the flashbacks and the ghost story were weaved seemed tedious. It has similarities with 'The Five People You Meet in Heaven', but it lacks the heartwarming, inspiring, and compelling elements. Character development? Nada.
Not recommending this one at all.
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Car accident, Self harm, Abandonment, Death, and Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity, Injury/Injury detail, and Grief
1.0
The premise seemed promising, but frankly, it failed to meet my expectations.
When you have your fair share of Greek mythology, there's really nothing new to read here.
The 'retellings' didn't click. The book alternates between the different POVs of the goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. However, I noticed that there were no discernible tone differences throughout the three Goddesses. Each chapter contains general description after general description and lacks depth and substance which did not engage me at all.
Thank you Netgalley and Cranthorpe Millner Publishers for sending me an ARC of the book in exchange for an honest review.
- 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
3.5
Just like the next book, 'Trouble Makes A Comeback' (I actually read the second book first before book one it was an instant purchase at the bookstore back in 2021, I didn't even bother reading the synopsis where it clearly said it's part of a series), there's a lot of mischief, trouble, quirks, witty dialogues, and some high school stereotypes involved in this one.
The mystery wasn't that 'intense' though which is a bit reasonable since it'll be resolved in the next books. If you're looking for a fast-paced and easy read, pick this one up.
Graphic: Gun violence and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Trafficking, Drug use, Misogyny, Medical trauma, Stalking, Sexual violence, and Bullying
Minor: Kidnapping and Panic attacks/disorders
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Not my usual reading preference but... wow.
The prose dude. It's captivating. The plot was great. A bit complex, but it's easy to follow. Goes to show that Danielle Thompson is a good writer. I admit I got attached to the characters, especially Kuro. I liked his overall characterization, especially his ways of dealing with his internal struggles throughout the story. I'm hoping that in the next book though, we get to know more of his background story as it'll surely help the story's development further.
Thank you Danielle Thompson, Netgalley, and IBPA for giving me the opportunity to read an ARC for A Black and Solemn Silence :D
Graphic: Blood, Gore, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Medical content, Sexual content, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Cursing, and Stalking
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a worthwhile read :D .
I couldn't put it down since page one. It was well-written. I liked how the flashbacks were weaved thoroughly in the narrative without making it confusing to read.
The illustrations are lovely and vibrant. Personally, I think it would be better if the cursive font used for the dialogues are changed. Would love to read the rest of the story.
This is a review of the first 200 pages of Mothballs provided by Fantagraphics Books on Netgalley. Thank you for the copy!
Graphic: Alcohol, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Alcoholism, Toxic relationship, Homophobia, Rape, Pregnancy, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Deadnaming, Domestic abuse, and Cursing
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Where's the fantasy? I was expecting the story to focus more on the 'fantasy elements' instead of Eva's attempts to reconnect with her grandmother, who is struggling with grief and trauma from past events. My biggest letdown was the world-building. Despite the story taking us to different worlds multiple times, it feels disconnected from the narrative, leaving me wanting more actual exploration.
Additionally, I wish the story had more suspense in the first parts where the mystery was being introduced.
Thank you to NetGalley, Waterbrook, and Sarah Arthur for providing me an ARC of this book.
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Death, and Grief
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
(Brb while I go and give the author's other books a shot :D *disappears*)
Graphic: Death, Kidnapping, Alcoholism, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Child abuse, Blood, Violence, Terminal illness, Death of parent, War, Child death, Medical content, Fire/Fire injury, Car accident, and Gun violence
Moderate: Racism, Sexual assault, and Infertility