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How to Piss Off Men: 109 Things to Say to Shatter the Male Ego by Kyle Prue
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
This book was hilarious and a fun read!
Immoral Cravings: A Dark Fairytale Retelling by Antoinette Sherell
adventurous
dark
funny
reflective
tense
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
4.5
this was the perfect afternoon read on a rainy day! please believe all the trigger warnings. i enjoyed the banter between the main characters and the spicy scenes were very steamy. i really liked how bdsm was incorporated into the story as well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Self harm, Violence, and Death of parent
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me by Jamison Shea
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I reread this with my bestfriend and I still stand by my original review of the book.
Jamison Shea's novel, "I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me," offers a captivating and unsettling horror narrative that delves into thought-provoking critiques of oppressive systems. This book uniquely examines themes of self-nurturance, found family, and the intricate dynamics between privilege and power. Seamlessly weaving together elements of systemic racism, demons, and the weight of sacrificing oneself for a world that refuses to reciprocate love.
My only issue is that the last 20/30% of the book could have been a little quicker in my opinion but it was things we needed to know so I was pleased by the end of the book. I'm definitely going to pick up the next book.
Jamison Shea's novel, "I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast Is Me," offers a captivating and unsettling horror narrative that delves into thought-provoking critiques of oppressive systems. This book uniquely examines themes of self-nurturance, found family, and the intricate dynamics between privilege and power. Seamlessly weaving together elements of systemic racism, demons, and the weight of sacrificing oneself for a world that refuses to reciprocate love.
My only issue is that the last 20/30% of the book could have been a little quicker in my opinion but it was things we needed to know so I was pleased by the end of the book. I'm definitely going to pick up the next book.
My Guardian Demon by A.D. Craig
adventurous
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-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? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship and Violence
Lusty Spirits by Rianne Burnett
adventurous
mysterious
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
4.0
i enjoyed it. i didn't mind the story being short, but i did mind the spicy scenes being so short. It was definitely a spooky erotica and I'm going to read more from this author.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
The White Guy Dies First by Terry J. Benton-Walker
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Overall I really enjoyed this anthology! I even doubled back and reread the stories The Golden Dragon and Best Server Cold. Please check trigger warnings. This anthology was well put together. I read it on e-book and audio. The audio is top tier and really helped me immerse myself into the stories in an unexpected way.
1. “All Eyes on Me” by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé,
Killer Clowns 5/5⭐
2. “Hedge” by Kalynn Bayron, Nature’s Revenge 3.5/5⭐
3. “The Golden Dragon” by Kendare Blake, Paranormal 5/5⭐
4. “Best Served Cold” by H. E.Edgmon, Cannibals 5/5⭐
5. “Protégé” by Lamar Giles, The Occult 3.5/5⭐
6. “Docile Girls” by Chloe Gong, Slasher 5/5⭐
7. “Gray Grove” by Alexis Henderson, Southern Gothic 3.5/5⭐
8. “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” by Tiffany D. Jackson, Found Media 5/5⭐
9. “Heaven” by Adiba Jaigirdar, Post-Apocalyptic Survival 5/5⭐
10. “Break through Our Skin” by Naseem Jamnia, Body Horror 5/5⭐
11. “wasps” by Mark Oshiro, Home Invasion 5/5⭐
12. “Hell Is Other Demons” by Karen Strong, Demonic Possession 5/5⭐
13. “The Road to Hell” by Terry J. Benton-Walker, Haunted House 5/5⭐
1. “All Eyes on Me” by Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé,
Killer Clowns 5/5⭐
2. “Hedge” by Kalynn Bayron, Nature’s Revenge 3.5/5⭐
3. “The Golden Dragon” by Kendare Blake, Paranormal 5/5⭐
4. “Best Served Cold” by H. E.Edgmon, Cannibals 5/5⭐
5. “Protégé” by Lamar Giles, The Occult 3.5/5⭐
6. “Docile Girls” by Chloe Gong, Slasher 5/5⭐
7. “Gray Grove” by Alexis Henderson, Southern Gothic 3.5/5⭐
8. “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” by Tiffany D. Jackson, Found Media 5/5⭐
9. “Heaven” by Adiba Jaigirdar, Post-Apocalyptic Survival 5/5⭐
10. “Break through Our Skin” by Naseem Jamnia, Body Horror 5/5⭐
11. “wasps” by Mark Oshiro, Home Invasion 5/5⭐
12. “Hell Is Other Demons” by Karen Strong, Demonic Possession 5/5⭐
13. “The Road to Hell” by Terry J. Benton-Walker, Haunted House 5/5⭐
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book has so many twists and turns! Susenyos Sagad is such an enthralling character. This book is a great example of "not everyone is your friend".
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Bullying, Death, Emotional abuse, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, Toxic friendship, and Abandonment
A Bite Full Of Death by S.J. Stewart
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Believe the trigger warnings in the beginning of the book!
I read this book in one night. I couldn't put it down. I love Poe and her Ghoulie! I could read a whole series on them. It was dark, twisted and magical.
I read this book in one night. I couldn't put it down. I love Poe and her Ghoulie! I could read a whole series on them. It was dark, twisted and magical.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Torture, Violence, and Cannibalism
Demon's Dream: An Unexpected Love by Elle Kayson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
tense
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Body horror, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexism, Sexual content, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Pregnancy, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
I Accidentally Summoned a Demon Boyfriend by Jessica Cage
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence