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73 reviews

A Magic Steeped in Poison by Judy I. Lin

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adventurous emotional tense medium-paced

4.5

This book was one that I was hesitant to get into. But once I did, baby. I could not put this book down.

The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful tense medium-paced

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

4.5

Ink in the Blood by Kim Smejkal

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 69%.

This book was just SO BORING and was not fun or enjoyable. It became more of a chore instead of something fun. Nothing about any of the characters made me want to stay invested. If the book was to say, “everyone just vanished” I would say FAIR.

The Island by Adrian McKinty

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adventurous dark tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

A fast read that held me on a grip. But I will say, damn Americans and f—k Tom

Café Con Lychee by Emery Lee

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lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Lie with Me by Philippe Besson

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emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced

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

5.0

This novel was so fast paced and the flow of the novel was so welcoming and easy to read and dive into. It all felt more like listening into a conversation that you’re not apart of but are welcome to listen in on.

Chronicle of a Death Foretold by Gabriel García Márquez

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slow-paced

3.0

I was just glad to be finished with this book. It was such a slog to get through. I am glad I finished it. Do I remember anyone’s names? No, but that’s ok.

Out of the Blue by Jason June

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced