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The Only Purple House in Town by Ann Aguirre
funny
hopeful
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
While the story felt a little under developed or rushed in certain areas, I really enjoyed this book. It was nice, sweet read about a found family that felt like hug.
The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-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
5.0
Queen of Shadows by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
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? No
4.0
I liked the whole book but when Rowan shows up? That's it. That's what made the book.
Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
challenging
dark
slow-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
4.0
“At least if you’re going to hell then we’ll be there together.”
Parts of Celaena's story in this one made me tear up because I too have been lost in grief. Seeing how she gets out of that place with Rowan's help was really moving to me.
❤️🔥❤️🔥Rowan❤️🔥❤️🔥
Parts of Celaena's story in this one made me tear up because I too have been lost in grief. Seeing how she gets out of that place with Rowan's help was really moving to me.
❤️🔥❤️🔥Rowan❤️🔥❤️🔥
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Reborn Throne by Angelina J. Steffort
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.75
Alright, now that I have finished this entire series I can say that the Shattered Kingdom series is one of my favorite series I've read. I just love all the POV switches and getting to know each character in depth. I love love love the queer representation too. It's not something I was expecting at all but I was so happy to see it. I love love love Drew and Palvin and Gordon is my main man but I love all of the characters (even Valyn at the end).
While the series is not perfect and absolutely not high brow fiction it is a fun ride. I'm not sure I'd recommend this series to anyone who isn't already into fantasy, fae, and genres of that ilk. In terms of writing style, I'd say the Shattered Kingdom series is more like From Blood and Ash and less like ACTOR. So if you read and enjoyed FBAA and ACTOR you'd most likely enjoy Shattered Kingdom too.
While the series is not perfect and absolutely not high brow fiction it is a fun ride. I'm not sure I'd recommend this series to anyone who isn't already into fantasy, fae, and genres of that ilk. In terms of writing style, I'd say the Shattered Kingdom series is more like From Blood and Ash and less like ACTOR. So if you read and enjoyed FBAA and ACTOR you'd most likely enjoy Shattered Kingdom too.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, Sexual content, Violence, Fire/Fire injury, War, Vomit, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
Dark Refuge by Angelina J. Steffort
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Murder, War, Death, Torture, Vomit, Violence, and Sexual content
My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Levine
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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? Yes
4.0
Just absolutely ridiculous and totally trope-y. I loved it. Perfect palate cleaner and laugh out loud read. Would recommend to anyone who likes romance with a little spice and funny, lighthearted books.
My favorite part of the book is when Frederick goes to Crate and Barrel. Whenever I grab a sauce pan I chuckle to myself now.
My favorite part of the book is when Frederick goes to Crate and Barrel. Whenever I grab a sauce pan I chuckle to myself now.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Sexual content, and Blood
Love, Chai, and Other Four-Letter Words by Annika Sharma
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
Published in 2021 with several references to the pandemic being “over” in the first 30 minutes made me want to scream.
Reading this in 2024 and remembering how there were literal freezer trucks to hold dead bodies in 2020-2021 because hospital morgues were overflowing makes me feel physically ill.
Maybe don’t mention COVID or the pandemic AT ALL if you’re not going to write about it with the delicacy and nuance it deserves. Real people died. Real people are dying. Don’t be so fucking callous.
Reading this in 2024 and remembering how there were literal freezer trucks to hold dead bodies in 2020-2021 because hospital morgues were overflowing makes me feel physically ill.
Maybe don’t mention COVID or the pandemic AT ALL if you’re not going to write about it with the delicacy and nuance it deserves. Real people died. Real people are dying. Don’t be so fucking callous.
Sex Ed by Kristen Bailey
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
5.0
This was such a fun lighthearted read. Very low stakes and very funny. I found myself laughing out loud multiple times while listening to the audiobook. Definitely NSFW but not very spicy.