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Sorry. Not Sorry by Emily James
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
for being a pure romance book it wasnt bad. the 'spice' was simultaneously overused and under detailed.
my biggest issue is the pacing. the passing of time felt incredibly wrong, events passing way too fast and characters leaping into things like a proposal the day after a brothers failed wedding? before even having her move in? crazy
the characters were good and well thought out, except callie the 12 year old who somehow spoke like she was 16 and 30 at the same time, but never an actual child
my biggest issue is the pacing. the passing of time felt incredibly wrong, events passing way too fast and characters leaping into things like a proposal the day after a brothers failed wedding? before even having her move in? crazy
the characters were good and well thought out, except callie the 12 year old who somehow spoke like she was 16 and 30 at the same time, but never an actual child
Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
this 2nd book expands the world further than the 1st, making you realise that the problems and people expand beyond the castle. the shift in all the relationships is super fluid and interesting.
i personally also love hints from the first book coming back with more sinister meanings, like the headaches and the clocktower
i personally also love hints from the first book coming back with more sinister meanings, like the headaches and the clocktower
Believe Me by Tahereh Mafi
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
for being a novella it was one of the stronger books in this series. being in warners head again was a delightful experience.
I wish his trauma and inability to act like a human was played with more through the series, but it was amusing to read here.
the wedding conflict was a bit stupid but I understand that conflict is needed to have a satisfying story.
I wish his trauma and inability to act like a human was played with more through the series, but it was amusing to read here.
the wedding conflict was a bit stupid but I understand that conflict is needed to have a satisfying story.
Imagine Me by Tahereh Mafi
dark
funny
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
3.75
a good finale (kinda) to the series.
a consistent gripe through the series that can be highlighted here is how low stakes all the deaths are. People die in such a nonchalant way that I forget I need to care about them. and Anderson wasn't mentioned again?? so did he truly die??
did very much enjoy the juliette super soldier moments, I wish there were more of it through the series. and how complex of a character Anderson can truly be too.
a consistent gripe through the series that can be highlighted here is how low stakes all the deaths are. People die in such a nonchalant way that I forget I need to care about them. and Anderson wasn't mentioned again?? so did he truly die??
did very much enjoy the juliette super soldier moments, I wish there were more of it through the series. and how complex of a character Anderson can truly be too.
A Girl Called Eel by Ali Zamir
challenging
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
i really cannot say that i enjoyed reading this book at all. the setting was interesting, but the characters and the formatting (absolutely NO full stops) sucked any enjoyment out of the experience.
The characters were annoying, the descriptions and information was vague and not engaging.
translated fiction is challenging for me anyway, but this is not fuelling any love.
The characters were annoying, the descriptions and information was vague and not engaging.
translated fiction is challenging for me anyway, but this is not fuelling any love.
Find Me by Tahereh Mafi
emotional
funny
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
kenji can make me want to rip my hair out, but hes a good boy really.
im actually really annoyed that it took everyone so long to notice he was drugged too?? like bro?? even castle ?!
and this relationship with nazeera is so fun and fresh im liking it a lot
im actually really annoyed that it took everyone so long to notice he was drugged too?? like bro?? even castle ?!
and this relationship with nazeera is so fun and fresh im liking it a lot
Defy Me by Tahereh Mafi
dark
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
finally felt like the series was getting interesting again, but im just so sad it felt so rushed. finally had juliette pinned and vulnerable and instead nothing worked, she only got stronger, she looks unharmed and even her hair grew back?
i dont like the fact such a large change was made only to be reverted. speaking of, ANDERSON. WHY.
this out of all the books felt like it was full of power ups and random helpful coincidences
still, entertaining, im just slightly disappointed i guess
i dont like the fact such a large change was made only to be reverted. speaking of, ANDERSON. WHY.
this out of all the books felt like it was full of power ups and random helpful coincidences
still, entertaining, im just slightly disappointed i guess
Restore Me by Tahereh Mafi
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
the beginning of this book is so slow and dull that it took tremendous effort to even make myself finish it. However, the last half/third was actually very engaging.
many twists and turns happened tbat i wasn't expecting and i can say i was very pleasantly surprised. i didnt think this book would encourage me to read on, but after finishing it i can firmly say i am extremely curious to see what happens next.
many twists and turns happened tbat i wasn't expecting and i can say i was very pleasantly surprised. i didnt think this book would encourage me to read on, but after finishing it i can firmly say i am extremely curious to see what happens next.
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I honestly dont know how to feel about this book. Its very definitely of its time, and also very obviously a predecessor of every trope to do with crime media of modern day.
Lisbeth is an amazing character and also awful. she makes me want to rip my hair out, but i can also respect that shes so unique and different from every flimsy protagonist of today that i have to respect her.
blomkvist bored me to tears in some parts, but was oddly likeable in a few others? definitely found his perspective the most difficult to read at the start of the book.
the complicated family tree and legal issues definitely killed a few brain cells off, but the action parts (although few) brought them back.
overall, not a book i want to read again in a hurry, but one i have an odd amount of respect for.
Lisbeth is an amazing character and also awful. she makes me want to rip my hair out, but i can also respect that shes so unique and different from every flimsy protagonist of today that i have to respect her.
blomkvist bored me to tears in some parts, but was oddly likeable in a few others? definitely found his perspective the most difficult to read at the start of the book.
the complicated family tree and legal issues definitely killed a few brain cells off, but the action parts (although few) brought them back.
overall, not a book i want to read again in a hurry, but one i have an odd amount of respect for.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Animal cruelty, Physical abuse, Sexual harassment, Child abuse, Rape, Medical trauma, Kidnapping, Incest, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Antisemitism, Stalking, and Child abuse
Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
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
3.75
for being the fan favourite book I was slightly underwhelmed. yes the scenes between Aaron and juliette were very steamy and i appreciate how much was actually shown and implied considering this is a YA, but I also feel that juliette got over adam very quickly, even if she has been over him for a while and refused to admit it.
also it's very frustrating how Anderson was built up to be our big bad villain and he was killed so easily?? juliette just concentrated extra hard and suddenly she's God and killed him in like 5 pages– if that. I just feel quite underwhelmed by this book (and the series really) so far.
also it's very frustrating how Anderson was built up to be our big bad villain and he was killed so easily?? juliette just concentrated extra hard and suddenly she's God and killed him in like 5 pages– if that. I just feel quite underwhelmed by this book (and the series really) so far.