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Thawed Hearts by Chloe Slate

fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A

3.5

This was a fun spicy read. I’ve never read FFF and ouuuu, I liked this one. It’s pretty short and fast paced too. Just 72 pages so don’t go looking for a plot or a literary masterpiece. It is smut. 
Read if you’re here for a good time.

Turning Tables by Torrance Sené

3.0

I wanted more. That one slightly spicy scene wasn’t enough for me. Overall, it wasn’t bad at all.

Snowed In by Chloe Slate

relaxing fast-paced

4.0

This was a sexy, hot read. Of course, as with most short stories, it left me wanting a bit more. I wish it was a full length novel or a novella. But overall, if you’re looking for a quick,spicy sapphic read, this will hit the spot.

Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

This was absolutely phenomenal. The plot was plotting. The characters are so layered and it was so interesting watching them evolve. Nobody is a good person here and I love to see it. 🤭 Kidan and Susenyos??!! Watching two morally grey characters who genuinely detest each other turn into reluctant allies? Absolutely beautiful.🤌🏾Their chemistry? The tension? The angst? The writing? Spectacular! I’ve never experienced something like this before. I cannot wait for the next book in the series.😭

Keeping Secrets by Kiru Taye

funny relaxing medium-paced

• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

This was such a sweet and easy read. I couldn’t put it down. There’s something very addictive about the writing. I was hooked on these characters from start to finish. Every time Felix called her “ima-mmi” which means “my love” in Efik, I giggle and melt into my chair. Absolutely loved Felix and Ebony with all their drama. 

This story was both predictable and unpredictable and I quite enjoyed it.  

I do wish the ending was done a bit differently and that’s why i didn’t give it a 4.5star.

But still, I enjoyed the book overall.
Meanwhile, a side character I’d like to read his own story is Kola. I feel like it will be more angsty.

God of Fury by Rina Kent

dark emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

♾️⭐️
This book was an amazing experience. I will never be the same after this.
NikoBran have earned a special spot in my heart.

My Choice Is You by Mel Dau

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

I loved this book. The black FMC has autism and I love the representation.
Jasper and Covina’s relationship dynamic was very cutesy. I thoroughly enjoyed this. It was a quick, enjoyable read. I highly recommend also listening to the audiobook. The narrators were fantastic.

The Senator's Daughter by Amaka Azie

relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

3.5

Heartstopper Volume 3 by Alice Oseman

emotional funny hopeful relaxing sad 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

Very moving, cutesy, and beautiful.
It really tugged at my heartstrings.

Show Me Wonders by Riley Nash

emotional sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.5

4.5🌟
Riley Nash, check your email, I sent you my therapy bills. This book was emotional and angsty, my goodness, my heart ached for these two because they went through so much to get their happy ending.
But I’m happy they’re happy now. My poor babies, they deserve it.