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So This Is College... by Darlene Cunningham
dark
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- 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
3.5
This book took me on a ride that I won't soon forget!
I do wish that some scenes involving the main character were delved into more, as I feel those scenes would have given more depth to the characters.
But overall, this was a suspenseful and entertaining story!
I do wish that some scenes involving the main character were delved into more, as I feel those scenes would have given more depth to the characters.
But overall, this was a suspenseful and entertaining story!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug use, Sexual content, and Violence
Moderate: Infidelity and Emotional abuse
Minor: Murder, Abandonment, and Domestic abuse
Cupid's Kiss by K. McCoy
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Trapped by Reese
emotional
funny
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? No
4.25
This book was everything!
Reading about these four friends (Naomi, Arnya, Stephanie, and Jasmine), how they met in college and how over the years their bond only continued to grow - wish I had a crew like that during my college days!
Reese wrote a real, heartfelt, and incredible debut novel and I highly recommend it!
The sensual to 'steamy' scenes were giving what needed, and the drama - oh, the drama! Kept me up way past my bedtime, because there was no way I was going to get any sleep until I read the book from beginning to end.
I know some readers may want a more 'complete' ending, but for the most part, I flove the ending to this read. With the exception of one of the main characters (not going to say which one - cause y'all just gonna have to go and read the story to find out, lol). The last two chapters for this particular character was not expected and felt out of place. Like, at first, it was giving me hints of a possible sequel, but after reading the last two scenes for the character again, it felt too disjointed to me (especially given the strong character development that Reese penned throughout the novel).
Even still, if you love reading coming to age, college to adulthood stories, with lots of detailed and sensual scenes, and exciting twists that keeps you on the edge of your seats - you need to read 'Trapped'!
Reading about these four friends (Naomi, Arnya, Stephanie, and Jasmine), how they met in college and how over the years their bond only continued to grow - wish I had a crew like that during my college days!
Reese wrote a real, heartfelt, and incredible debut novel and I highly recommend it!
The sensual to 'steamy' scenes were giving what needed, and the drama - oh, the drama! Kept me up way past my bedtime, because there was no way I was going to get any sleep until I read the book from beginning to end.
I know some readers may want a more 'complete' ending, but for the most part, I flove the ending to this read. With the exception of one of the main characters (not going to say which one - cause y'all just gonna have to go and read the story to find out, lol). The last two chapters for this particular character was not expected and felt out of place. Like, at first, it was giving me hints of a possible sequel, but after reading the last two scenes for the character again, it felt too disjointed to me (especially given the strong character development that Reese penned throughout the novel).
Even still, if you love reading coming to age, college to adulthood stories, with lots of detailed and sensual scenes, and exciting twists that keeps you on the edge of your seats - you need to read 'Trapped'!
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, and Abandonment
The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? No
4.0
The 2020 Author's Planner: Your comprehensive guide to a wildly successful year of writing and publishing. by Audrey Hughey
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
This is THEE planner for authors!
I am publishing my first full novel this year, and I don't think that would be happening at all if I didn't this planner to guide me throughout the process. As an author, it can be overwhelming thinking about all the details that go into publishing, marketing, and writing (of course, lol). So when I got my hands on this planner I was overjoyed (and still a teeny bit nervous, lol).
The Author's Planner talks about all the things that I mentioned and more, with the goal of helping you improve in your authorship journey - which it did for me!
Will for sure be getting my next planner soon to prepare for another wildly successful year of writing , and more self publishing.
I am publishing my first full novel this year, and I don't think that would be happening at all if I didn't this planner to guide me throughout the process. As an author, it can be overwhelming thinking about all the details that go into publishing, marketing, and writing (of course, lol). So when I got my hands on this planner I was overjoyed (and still a teeny bit nervous, lol).
The Author's Planner talks about all the things that I mentioned and more, with the goal of helping you improve in your authorship journey - which it did for me!
Will for sure be getting my next planner soon to prepare for another wildly successful year of writing , and more self publishing.
Love is Color Anthology by Sheena Binkley, Nyikia Nixon, L. Loren, Ericka Arthur, Kiana Donae, Kay Blake, Nadine Tomlinson, Dandii_Lion, Wilberta Sanders, Candis Johnson, Eliza David, Brookelyn Mosley, Rashida V., Siren Allen, Cam Johns, Keinya Graves
5.0
I fell in LOVE with this eBook!
So much so that I had to do a proper (and quite long) review.
From short stories that I did not see coming, to poetry that left me in a clear case of my own secret feelings - check out my full thoughts at the link below:
https://krealmccoy.wordpress.com/2018/02/23/love-is-color-review/
So much so that I had to do a proper (and quite long) review.
From short stories that I did not see coming, to poetry that left me in a clear case of my own secret feelings - check out my full thoughts at the link below:
https://krealmccoy.wordpress.com/2018/02/23/love-is-color-review/
The Way That You Play It by B.J. Thornton
5.0
One of my all-time favorite reads!
The characters were relatable and interesting.
I really enjoyed the dialogue between them! And their love story was realistic.
Personally, I would love a continuation of this story, but I still loved the way that it ended.
And I look forward to more stories from this author.
The characters were relatable and interesting.
I really enjoyed the dialogue between them! And their love story was realistic.
Personally, I would love a continuation of this story, but I still loved the way that it ended.
And I look forward to more stories from this author.
New Flame by B.J. Thornton
5.0
I honestly can't get enough of re-reading this author's work!
Her characters have always intrigued me and the way that she weaves together these stories leave wanting more of them.
Her characters have always intrigued me and the way that she weaves together these stories leave wanting more of them.
Candid by Lexi Aidyn
3.0
I spent almost all afternoon reading this story and it did not disappoint! Mia's directness (which would explain the play on words with the title, given her profession in this story too) was refreshing and Marcus' current lifestyle (I don't want to say and give away a spoiler for anyone) added a realistic yet unexpected twist to their romance.