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dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Calling all true crime junkies π¨ this one is for you!
Thank you, Random House and PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of All Good People Here {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Trope: Missing Child
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: βββββ
Pub Date: 8.16.2022
Star Rating: ββββ.5
Thank you, Random House and PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of All Good People Here {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Trope: Missing Child
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: βββββ
Pub Date: 8.16.2022
Star Rating: ββββ.5
"What small tragedies their lives had turned out to be."
All Good People Here was just the audiobook I needed to keep me motivated while working around the house. It was tense, propulsive, and fascinating from start to finish.
I have always been fascinated by the Jon Benet Ramsey case, and this plot line was loosely based on the events that unfolded in 1996. The author, Ashley Flowers, knows what she's doing because the book reads like an incredibly detailed true crime podcast. The story unfolded perfectly and made me uneasy during crucial moments - I highly recommend this to those who love a good unsolved mystery.
Typically, an ending that doesn't wrap up all loose ends will leave me wanting for more, but there was just something about the way that All Good People Here ended that made it feel more realistic. I know this isn't everyone's cup of tea, but if you go into All Good People Here with an ambiguous ending in mind, you may end up loving it!
β¨ Debut novel
βπΌDual timelines
ποΈ Podcast feel
π§ Ending with loose ends
I absolutely can't wait to read what Ashley Flowers writes next!
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emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
The Seven Year Slip was everything I needed this summer π
Genre: Romance
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date: 6.27.2023
Star Rating: βββββ
"I loved how a book, a story, a set of words in a sentence organized in the exact right order, made you miss places you've never visited and people you've never met."
Putting together a review that does this book justice is not easy because The Seven Year Slip was absolute perfection. I loved the author's last book (The Dead Romantics), so I was a little nervous going into this book - what if I don't love it as much? Well, I did, and it's on my list of favorites for the year.
The connection between Clementine and Iwan is unmatched. They showed one another nothing but pure respect and admiration for one another, and I couldn't get enough of their moments together. There was something so beautiful about their story; the more it unfolded, the more captivating it became. Iwan showed such restraint and maturity at one point during the book that it brought tears to my eyes.
Speaking of tears, a part of this storyline was hard to read because it deals with losing someone you love unexpectedly. Towards the end of the book, an event takes place that had me sobbing because how magnificent would it be to have a moment just like that? Ashley Poston truly knocked it out of the park with this, and it felt like such a deeply personal novel.
This brings me to my final point: once you finish reading The Seven Year Slip, please read the author's note. I can't tell you how much I admire Poston for her vulnerability and can't imagine putting such a beautiful story together during such a difficult time.
β³ time travel
π All the food
π₯° Iwan
π₯ΉTear inducing
As I said, The Seven Year Slip will be one of my favorite books of the year, and I am already counting down the minutes until whatever magic Ashley Poston creates next is published.
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Genre: Romance
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date: 6.27.2023
Star Rating: βββββ
"I loved how a book, a story, a set of words in a sentence organized in the exact right order, made you miss places you've never visited and people you've never met."
Putting together a review that does this book justice is not easy because The Seven Year Slip was absolute perfection. I loved the author's last book (The Dead Romantics), so I was a little nervous going into this book - what if I don't love it as much? Well, I did, and it's on my list of favorites for the year.
The connection between Clementine and Iwan is unmatched. They showed one another nothing but pure respect and admiration for one another, and I couldn't get enough of their moments together. There was something so beautiful about their story; the more it unfolded, the more captivating it became. Iwan showed such restraint and maturity at one point during the book that it brought tears to my eyes.
Speaking of tears, a part of this storyline was hard to read because it deals with losing someone you love unexpectedly. Towards the end of the book, an event takes place that had me sobbing because how magnificent would it be to have a moment just like that? Ashley Poston truly knocked it out of the park with this, and it felt like such a deeply personal novel.
This brings me to my final point: once you finish reading The Seven Year Slip, please read the author's note. I can't tell you how much I admire Poston for her vulnerability and can't imagine putting such a beautiful story together during such a difficult time.
β³ time travel
π All the food
π₯° Iwan
π₯ΉTear inducing
As I said, The Seven Year Slip will be one of my favorite books of the year, and I am already counting down the minutes until whatever magic Ashley Poston creates next is published.
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emotional
hopeful
relaxing
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
Get ready for some magical small-town charm β¨
Thank you, Forge Reads, for the gifted copy of At The Coffee Shop of Curiosities {partner}
Genre: Magical Realism
Format: π
Pub Date: 8.1.2023
Star Rating: βββββ
Thank you, Forge Reads, for the gifted copy of At The Coffee Shop of Curiosities {partner}
Genre: Magical Realism
Format: π
Pub Date: 8.1.2023
Star Rating: βββββ
βLife is too short, too fragile, too precious to hide in the shadows of what might have been. If continuously looking behind, you risk missing the possibilities that lie ahead.β
Gosh, I look forward to reading Heather Webberβs books every summer, and they always publish at just the right time. They are the purest comfort for me, and I can never get enough of the beautiful places and characters that Webber brings to life.
At The Coffee Shop of Curiosities instantly transported me to a small town where magic is possible, found families bloom, and things can be cured with a bit of love (and a cinnamon roll). There is something for everyone in this book, and I canβt recommend it enough. You will finish this book and immediately want to start it again.
π Found family
β¨ Magical realism at its finest
π₯° Eccentric, quirky characters
β€οΈ Lessons for everyone
I honestly canβt recommend Heatherβs book enough. If you havenβt had a chance to read something of hers yet, please do. You will not be disappointed.
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funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Save What's Left π
Thank you, PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of this audiobook! {#prhaudiobookinfluencer}
Genre: Fiction
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: βββββ
Pub Date: 6.27.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
The audiobook narration for Save What's Left was truly phenomenal! Therese Plummer gave it her all, and I could tell how much effort she put into getting each character just right. She put the perfect inflection where needed, and I love that she added genuine laughter to the narration - it pulled me into the story.
I also adored all of these characters, and they provided more than a few laugh-out-loud moments. While each person had the community's best interest at heart, everything kept going wrong, and as much as I hated to, I found it hilarious.
My biggest complaint about Save What's Left (and why it has a lower rating) is that it became overly repetitive after the 50% mark. It felt like these same conversations and events took place. I hope this will be addressed when the author writes her next book because she truly has a talent for creating fun, lovable characters.
π Small beach town
π₯Έ Quirky characters
π€ Beach town politics
ποΈ Nosy neighbors
I recommend reading Save What's Left if you're looking for a quick summer read to escape from reality.
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Thank you, PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of this audiobook! {#prhaudiobookinfluencer}
Genre: Fiction
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: βββββ
Pub Date: 6.27.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
The audiobook narration for Save What's Left was truly phenomenal! Therese Plummer gave it her all, and I could tell how much effort she put into getting each character just right. She put the perfect inflection where needed, and I love that she added genuine laughter to the narration - it pulled me into the story.
I also adored all of these characters, and they provided more than a few laugh-out-loud moments. While each person had the community's best interest at heart, everything kept going wrong, and as much as I hated to, I found it hilarious.
My biggest complaint about Save What's Left (and why it has a lower rating) is that it became overly repetitive after the 50% mark. It felt like these same conversations and events took place. I hope this will be addressed when the author writes her next book because she truly has a talent for creating fun, lovable characters.
π Small beach town
π₯Έ Quirky characters
π€ Beach town politics
ποΈ Nosy neighbors
I recommend reading Save What's Left if you're looking for a quick summer read to escape from reality.
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dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The Block Party
Thank you, St Martin's Press, for the gifted copy of this debut novel! {partner}
Genre: Fiction
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date:
Star Rating: ββββ
"Guys who bully tend to punch or shove. But girls are far more insidious. They're emotional ninjas, delivering steals wounds you don't see or feel until you're already bleeding out."
Wow, what a debut! Jamie Day packed quite a lot into her first novel β exploring themes of alcoholism, infidelity, global warming, parenting, drug abuse, pregnancy loss, revenge, and depression. There was no stone left unturned.
I'm not going to lie; I made it to the halfway point of the audio and almost didn't finish because I had over 6 hours left. But I'm stubborn, and I stuck with it. And what do you know? I ended up thoroughly enjoying myself. Don't get me wrong, some editing needed to be done to shorten it, but it was still a fun read. Sure, the characters were all awful people (minus one), and there's more drama than I can typically handle, but it was a fun (and wild) read. I can't wait to see what she writes next!
Oddly enough, my favorite character was the teenage daughter, Lettie. While she did bring a YA vibe to the story β she was truly such a good person and easy to root for. She might be the only sane one in the group, too. π€ͺ
π Neighbors behaving badly
π€« Secrets
π All the drama
The Block Party will be perfect for fans of one of my OG favorites - Desperate Housewives.
Thank you, St Martin's Press, for the gifted copy of this debut novel! {partner}
Genre: Fiction
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date:
Star Rating: ββββ
"Guys who bully tend to punch or shove. But girls are far more insidious. They're emotional ninjas, delivering steals wounds you don't see or feel until you're already bleeding out."
Wow, what a debut! Jamie Day packed quite a lot into her first novel β exploring themes of alcoholism, infidelity, global warming, parenting, drug abuse, pregnancy loss, revenge, and depression. There was no stone left unturned.
I'm not going to lie; I made it to the halfway point of the audio and almost didn't finish because I had over 6 hours left. But I'm stubborn, and I stuck with it. And what do you know? I ended up thoroughly enjoying myself. Don't get me wrong, some editing needed to be done to shorten it, but it was still a fun read. Sure, the characters were all awful people (minus one), and there's more drama than I can typically handle, but it was a fun (and wild) read. I can't wait to see what she writes next!
Oddly enough, my favorite character was the teenage daughter, Lettie. While she did bring a YA vibe to the story β she was truly such a good person and easy to root for. She might be the only sane one in the group, too. π€ͺ
π Neighbors behaving badly
π€« Secrets
π All the drama
The Block Party will be perfect for fans of one of my OG favorites - Desperate Housewives.
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Are you looking for a gripping page-turner to end your summer with a bang? Hereβs one for you!
Thank you, St. Martinβs Press, for the gifted copy of Gone Tonight {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Trope: Family Secrets
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date: 8.1.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
The first half of Gone Tonight read more like a contemporary fiction novel - I knew there wasnβt something quite right about Ruth and Catherine, but it never gave me that propulsive mystery feel. But, after the 50% mark, the suspense increased, and the rest of the book flew by!
Gone Tonight illustrated the relationships between mothers and daughters and how so many daughters donβt realize their mothers are people, too; they have secrets and histories that they donβt want to be uncovered.
I chose to listen to Gone Tonight through the Netgalley app, and Iβm so glad I did because the audio was phenomenal. I was hooked and kept finding excuses to put in my AirPods and get lost in Ruth and Catherineβs captivating story.
3οΈβ£ Told in three parts
βπΌ Dual perspective
π« Complex relationships
π§ Highly recommend the audiobook
Gone Tonight by Sara Pekkanen is perfect for fans of Ginny & Georgia.
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Thank you, St. Martinβs Press, for the gifted copy of Gone Tonight {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Trope: Family Secrets
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date: 8.1.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
The first half of Gone Tonight read more like a contemporary fiction novel - I knew there wasnβt something quite right about Ruth and Catherine, but it never gave me that propulsive mystery feel. But, after the 50% mark, the suspense increased, and the rest of the book flew by!
Gone Tonight illustrated the relationships between mothers and daughters and how so many daughters donβt realize their mothers are people, too; they have secrets and histories that they donβt want to be uncovered.
I chose to listen to Gone Tonight through the Netgalley app, and Iβm so glad I did because the audio was phenomenal. I was hooked and kept finding excuses to put in my AirPods and get lost in Ruth and Catherineβs captivating story.
3οΈβ£ Told in three parts
βπΌ Dual perspective
π« Complex relationships
π§ Highly recommend the audiobook
Gone Tonight by Sara Pekkanen is perfect for fans of Ginny & Georgia.
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dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Sometimes, good people do bad things.
Thank you, Flatiron Books, for the gifted copy of Good Bad Girl by Alice Feeney {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Format: π
Pub Date: 8.3.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
"The people we were, always eventually catch up with the people we are."
Good Bad Girl was an intriguing mix of themes as it had an air of mystery but also explored the intricate relationships between mothers and daughters. Feeney brought the characters to life through vivid details. While I can't say I loved the characters, they kept my attention.
We do have the chance to hear from all four women (Patience, Edith, Clio, and Frankie), and I knew from fairly early on that there was a connection between the women, but I couldn't figure out what it would be. About halfway through, it finally came together, and what a story! Some audiobook reviews mention that having four perspectives got confusing, and I can see how that would come across. All four women have a lot of similarities and are often in the same spot. If you struggle with multiple POVs while listening to audiobooks, I'd suggest slowing down your listening speed until you grow accustomed to each woman's "voice".
This is definitely the slower of Feeney's books, but I did enjoy the character development and reading along as each woman grew through the story. While there is a mystery to be solved within the pages of Good Bad Girl, it never gave me that "thriller" vibe.
βοΈ Red herrings
π£οΈ Multiple perspectives
π₯ Complex relationships
π Short chapters
ππΌ Character growth
I recommend reading Good Bad Girl if you're looking for a story to make your family dynamics look normal π«
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Thank you, Flatiron Books, for the gifted copy of Good Bad Girl by Alice Feeney {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Format: π
Pub Date: 8.3.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
"The people we were, always eventually catch up with the people we are."
Good Bad Girl was an intriguing mix of themes as it had an air of mystery but also explored the intricate relationships between mothers and daughters. Feeney brought the characters to life through vivid details. While I can't say I loved the characters, they kept my attention.
We do have the chance to hear from all four women (Patience, Edith, Clio, and Frankie), and I knew from fairly early on that there was a connection between the women, but I couldn't figure out what it would be. About halfway through, it finally came together, and what a story! Some audiobook reviews mention that having four perspectives got confusing, and I can see how that would come across. All four women have a lot of similarities and are often in the same spot. If you struggle with multiple POVs while listening to audiobooks, I'd suggest slowing down your listening speed until you grow accustomed to each woman's "voice".
This is definitely the slower of Feeney's books, but I did enjoy the character development and reading along as each woman grew through the story. While there is a mystery to be solved within the pages of Good Bad Girl, it never gave me that "thriller" vibe.
βοΈ Red herrings
π£οΈ Multiple perspectives
π₯ Complex relationships
π Short chapters
ππΌ Character growth
I recommend reading Good Bad Girl if you're looking for a story to make your family dynamics look normal π«
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slow-paced
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
The True Love Experiment
Thank you, Gallery Books, for the gifted copy of this book {partner}
Genre: Romance
Format: π§π
Pub Date: 5.16.2023
Star Rating: ββ
Thank you, Gallery Books, for the gifted copy of this book {partner}
Genre: Romance
Format: π§π
Pub Date: 5.16.2023
Star Rating: ββ
"Truth is, you'll never meet a book lover who hates the quiet."
I may not have loved this book, but I loved this quote!
Unfortunately, The True Love Experiment was not for me. I didn't find the characters enjoyable at all. The story seemed overly predictable and exaggerated in areas that didn't keep my interest. I wasn't a fan of the female MC, and I especially didn't care for her opinion of certain events. The only redeeming quality was Connor. I loved his perspective and the love he has for his daughter.
I am an outlier with this opinion as it seems to be a favorite among the reading community, so I suggest giving it a try and seeing what you think!
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dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
The Drowning Woman
Thank you, Grand Central Pub, for the gifted copy of this book! {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Format: π
Pub Date: 6.13.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
βThere is more than one way to play the game. And there is more than one way to win it.β
This might be a thriller of the summer because The Drowning Woman is ALL over Instagram - I was having some FOMO, so I decided to make it my next read. It was skillfully paced and captivating, making it hard to put down.
I love books told from a dual perspective, and even more so when I enjoy hearing from both views. They both offered up so many exciting details and were full of secrets; it made it hard to choose a perspective I wanted to hear more.
Because Iβm always trying to ruin something for myself, I figured out the twists reasonably early on, but seeing it all play out was still satisfying. I was surprised by the ending and didnβt expect that particular conclusion.
I only knocked The Drowning Woman down to a 4β because I thought there were a few loose ends to which we never got an answer. Iβm also not a huge fan of vague endings, and thatβs where part of the ending left us.
π£οΈ Dual perspectives
4οΈβ£ Four parts
π Page turner
π€·π½ββοΈ Ending had a few loose ends
βοΈ Perfect read for summer
β domestic abuse, suicide attempt, infidelity
I recommend reading The Drowning Woman when you have a whole weekend to devote to reading because it will keep you hooked!
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Thank you, Grand Central Pub, for the gifted copy of this book! {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Format: π
Pub Date: 6.13.2023
Star Rating: ββββ
βThere is more than one way to play the game. And there is more than one way to win it.β
This might be a thriller of the summer because The Drowning Woman is ALL over Instagram - I was having some FOMO, so I decided to make it my next read. It was skillfully paced and captivating, making it hard to put down.
I love books told from a dual perspective, and even more so when I enjoy hearing from both views. They both offered up so many exciting details and were full of secrets; it made it hard to choose a perspective I wanted to hear more.
Because Iβm always trying to ruin something for myself, I figured out the twists reasonably early on, but seeing it all play out was still satisfying. I was surprised by the ending and didnβt expect that particular conclusion.
I only knocked The Drowning Woman down to a 4β because I thought there were a few loose ends to which we never got an answer. Iβm also not a huge fan of vague endings, and thatβs where part of the ending left us.
π£οΈ Dual perspectives
4οΈβ£ Four parts
π Page turner
π€·π½ββοΈ Ending had a few loose ends
βοΈ Perfect read for summer
β domestic abuse, suicide attempt, infidelity
I recommend reading The Drowning Woman when you have a whole weekend to devote to reading because it will keep you hooked!
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse
Moderate: Suicide attempt
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Get ready for a book that is full of liars.
Thank you, PRH Audio, for the gifted audiobook of Everyone Here is Lying {partner}
Genre: Mystery
Trope: Domestic Suspense
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date:
Star Rating: βββ
I'm so happy I listened to Everyone Here is Lying because January LaVoy made the story for me! Her narration was spot-on and added just the right amount of intrigue and mystery to the book. I don't think I would have continued reading had it not been for LaVoy's narration.
There was not a likable character in the group, and I know the title gives this away, but I didn't believe anything that any of them said. It was all so outlandish, and they treated one another horribly.
One of my biggest hangups about this story is that the missing daughter, Avery, is supposed to be nine years old, and, in my opinion, her character should've been older. The way Avery spoke, the things she said, and the way she manipulated those around her wreaked of a teenager, not a child. I felt like I was constantly in disbelief when the book was from Avery's point of view.
Everyone Here is Lying is also a slow-burn mystery - which most domestic suspense are. But the story didn't take off until well after the 60% mark - which, again, is why I loved the audiobook because the narrator kept me interested.
The only redeeming quality was that the ending was perfect.
π€© Audiobook narration perfect
π¨ Police procedural
π Neighborhood suspense
π§πΌ Hard to believe POV
ππΌ That ending though
I recommend reading Everyone Here is Lying if you're looking for a domestic suspense full of unreliable characters misbehaving.
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Genre: Mystery
Trope: Domestic Suspense
Format: π§
Audiobook Narration: ββββ
Pub Date:
Star Rating: βββ
I'm so happy I listened to Everyone Here is Lying because January LaVoy made the story for me! Her narration was spot-on and added just the right amount of intrigue and mystery to the book. I don't think I would have continued reading had it not been for LaVoy's narration.
There was not a likable character in the group, and I know the title gives this away, but I didn't believe anything that any of them said. It was all so outlandish, and they treated one another horribly.
One of my biggest hangups about this story is that the missing daughter, Avery, is supposed to be nine years old, and, in my opinion, her character should've been older. The way Avery spoke, the things she said, and the way she manipulated those around her wreaked of a teenager, not a child. I felt like I was constantly in disbelief when the book was from Avery's point of view.
Everyone Here is Lying is also a slow-burn mystery - which most domestic suspense are. But the story didn't take off until well after the 60% mark - which, again, is why I loved the audiobook because the narrator kept me interested.
The only redeeming quality was that the ending was perfect.
π€© Audiobook narration perfect
π¨ Police procedural
π Neighborhood suspense
π§πΌ Hard to believe POV
ππΌ That ending though
I recommend reading Everyone Here is Lying if you're looking for a domestic suspense full of unreliable characters misbehaving.