Scan barcode
annilane's reviews
28 reviews
The Stranger Times by C.K. McDonnell
Expand filter menu
Collapse filter menu
Content Warnings
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book was so so good, funny and interesting and different from other murder mysteries. I read it on audible and the narrator flawlessly used each accent that was included for the characters (probably a dozen in total). The narration was perfect, and the story was fantastic. Can’t wait to read the next ones.
Moderate: Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Suicide, Grief, Death, and Alcohol
Minor: Terminal illness
Finale by Stephanie Garber
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I really loved the beginning of this series, but as it continued it just felt a bit disorganized, as if the author planned what was going to happen as she wrote each book, rather than planning it all at the beginning so all the books worked towards a big ending. I also thought that the first book had a more diverse cast than the last book, which mainly focuses on the “bad boy” appeal of several characters. Overall, I did enjoy this book, but I think the end just felt a bit lazy to me.
Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Legendary by Stephanie Garber
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I thought this book was even better than the first in the series, although I liked the ending of the first one better. the ending of the first one I found almost too complicated, but I never would have guessed how it turned out. This time, however, I predicted a fair amount of the outcomes and I think hinting at Legend’s true identity was overdone and would’ve been better as a surprise. I also thought Scarlett’s and Julian’s storylines were way too flat . Very excited for the third book !!
Caraval by Stephanie Garber
Expand filter menu
Collapse filter menu
Content Warnings
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Suicide, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Alcohol and Physical abuse
Caraval is a really fun read. The world building is very creative and detailed, and the characters are likable and easy to root for. I found the twists in the narrative hard to follow / keep track of at certain points, but overall the book was even better than I hoped it would be.
The Beauty of Darkness by Mary E. Pearson
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Cress by Marissa Meyer
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
This series is fantastic, I’m writing this review on my 5th read through of the series. Every page of each book is a life-enhancing gift 🙏
Reputation by Lex Croucher
Expand filter menu
Collapse filter menu
Content Warnings
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Sexual assault, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, and Drug use
Minor: Racism and Death of parent
The Golden Enclaves by Naomi Novik
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
4.5
The Heart of Betrayal by Mary E. Pearson
Expand filter menu
Collapse filter menu
Content Warnings
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Graphic: Murder, Sexism, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Physical abuse, and Child death