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Replenishing the Sea of Galilee by Wagih Abu-Rish

challenging informative 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

It's a cute story with some insight into issues between different religions, ethnicities, and cultures. The wording was awkward at times and some things were repetitive. It was an easy read, just not something I'd probably read again. 

Blood Orphan by Samantha Adair

adventurous dark emotional 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

5.0

 I could not put this book down. Tom Grant is on an assignment to protect a woman he knows next to nothing about. The woman is a Blood Orphan, a child that was orphaned and trained to assassinate. A Blood Orphan killed Tom's love. Will Tom be able to realize that Isabella is nothing like Natasha or will his hate for Blood Orphans endanger them both? Find out in Blood Orphan.
If you love a story full of twists, turns, suspense, and a slowly evolving romance, pick up a copy of Blood Orphan. It will keep you guessing the whole way and it ends in a nice cliff hanger. I cannot wait to read the next book. 

The Return of the King by J.R.R. Tolkien

adventurous mysterious 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

5.0

 Another beautifully written book. I still can't believe it took me so long to read this series. Beautiful descriptions, great characters, and twists and turns. Because of the style of writing, it did take a little longer to read, but I highly recommend this series. 

The Two Towers by J.R.R. Tolkien

adventurous 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

5.0

 Beautifully written once again. This one starts off a little slow, but picks up the pace as the story goes on. Full of adventure and amazing detail. 

The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien

adventurous 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

5.0

 Beautifully written. I don't know why it has taken me so long to read this series, but I am so glad I finally started. This book is full of beautiful writing that describes the world to such a great detail that it makes me feel as though I'm in it. I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and their adventure. I cannot wait to read the next book 

The Shadow Wolf by G. Bailey

adventurous mysterious tense 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

5.0

 A great ending to a good series. The series started off a bit rough, but continued to get better. I thoroughly enjoyed the plot and the characters. Another quick read that I couldn't put down. 

The Dying Wolf by G. Bailey

adventurous emotional tense fast-paced

5.0

 So much better than the first book. More detail, better flowing sentences, and more twists and turns. I cannot wait to see how the series ends. 

The Missing Wolf by G. Bailey

adventurous dark 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

4.5

I enjoyed the story, it just had some moments of awkward wording. A nice, quick read with twists and turns and ends with a cliff hanger. 

Prodigal Son by Gregg Hurwitz

adventurous mysterious tense 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

5.0

 Another great book in the Orphan X series. This book put together so many different ties in Evan's life. So many twists and turns that kept me interested. I did not want to put it down. Waiting for the next installment is going to be rough. 

The List by Gregg Hurwitz

adventurous 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

5.0

 Another great short story in the Orphan X series. This one went further into the life of Joey. It helped me understand her better.