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A Silent Voice, Vol. 2 by Yoshitoki Oima
dark
emotional
sad
slow-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
3.5
Still a transitory part of the story yet very interesting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Bullying
Witchy Coffee by Erin Ritch
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
3.0
Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a free copy.
This book had the ingredients I love in a novel: enemies to lovers, beautiful family dynamics… It was all handled with care and intelligence, but I only started caring about the plot when I was close to the end of the book. I didn’t find Florence as likeable as I’d hoped for, same for Samson and the Mackenzie family. Still, there were certain scenes that were very cute and made me want to keep going.
Even though it wasn’t my favourite, I would recommend it to those who enjoy light and fun reads with a bit of magic ✨.
This book had the ingredients I love in a novel: enemies to lovers, beautiful family dynamics… It was all handled with care and intelligence, but I only started caring about the plot when I was close to the end of the book. I didn’t find Florence as likeable as I’d hoped for, same for Samson and the Mackenzie family. Still, there were certain scenes that were very cute and made me want to keep going.
Even though it wasn’t my favourite, I would recommend it to those who enjoy light and fun reads with a bit of magic ✨.
A Silent Voice, Vol. 1 by Yoshitoki Oima
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I saw the movie a long time ago and loved it, so when I saw the mangas at my local bookstore I had to boy them.
I like how it dives deep into the beginning of the story, how Ishida made fun of Nishimiya, how that affected her, etcetera.
It is quite sad to read how Nishimiya gets bullied, specially when she still shows compassion for those who make fun of her, but I think it makes the story even more emotional and touching.
I like how it dives deep into the beginning of the story, how Ishida made fun of Nishimiya, how that affected her, etcetera.
It is quite sad to read how Nishimiya gets bullied, specially when she still shows compassion for those who make fun of her, but I think it makes the story even more emotional and touching.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Emotional abuse, and Physical abuse
The Wicked King by Holly Black
challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
4.75
Yes! Yes! Yes! This book is a must if you like enemies to lovers and fake dating. Reading it as a spaniard is a whole different and much more enjoyable experience, I loved the quotes in Spanish and how Lina’s family was portrayed.