book_bermi's reviews
653 reviews

Don't Be a Drag by Skye Quinlan

funny hopeful inspiring 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? It's complicated

5.0

 I have been looking forward to this book since it was first announced! Let me tell you, it was worth the wait! I foam at the mouth for any books with drag queens, but drag kings I rarely see!

This is a YA story that follows Briar as she navigates her mental health while making some friends, some enemies, and discovers more about herself and what she can do. Maybe along the way, some enemies may become... More...

I adored any and all references to drag and gay culture. I would have LOVED to actually be in attendance to some of the performances that are described in the book. I love the depression representation and the support systems that were showcased in this book. I adored the ending of the book and how is was positive and believable. I wish I would have had more books just like this one when I was a baby queer. Highly recommend! 

Impact by Nikki Markham

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? It's complicated

4.25

A Taste of Sin by Kate Hawthorne

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Disciplinary Action by Onley James

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I really loved the dynamic between the two MCs. The pets really took it to the next level! There were many things I didn’t see coming, or twists I saw coming but they went further than I thought. 

Safe and Sound by E.M. Lindsey

emotional hopeful sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

What a sweet and tragic story! Honestly, my only complaint is that I wanted more time with them! 🥹 Regan and all the terrible things he went through really got me. And Isaac was such a bleeding heart. Fairly short read, childhood friends to lovers, pining, and so so so much heart!

Want You Still by CE Ricci, Marley Valentine

emotional sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Bump in the Night by Lily Mayne, Nikole Knight

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Teach Me to Sin by Riley Nash

5.0

Show Me Wonders by Riley Nash

5.0

Bright Spring by Emmaline Strange

hopeful mysterious sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.75

This book was so sweet! Auro was especially sweet and kind, I adored him. Initially the building is rather slow, but at about 40% it really picks up! The twists at the end were definitely interesting, and the story kept me guessing! I am SO READY for the next book! If you like historical romance vibes, romances with demigods, a dash of royal politics, secrets and curses, then give this book a shot!