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172 reviews

Twisted Hate by Ana Huang

fast-paced

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

3.0

 The enthralling dance between Jules and Josh in this novel is a paradox of love and loathing. Jules, ensnared by her past, and perennially doubting her own worth, plays a fascinating role. Josh, with an uncanny knack for turning every ripple of pain around him into a reflection of himself, serves as an equally captivating counterpart. Their shared vocation, which necessitates extensive communication, intriguingly contrasts with their individual shortcomings in this regard. 

The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo

adventurous dark emotional tense medium-paced

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

3.5

 

The thrill of the Six of Crows Duology continues to enchant me. I find myself drawn to each of Leigh Bardugo's books, in pursuit of that elusive sensation. Yet, even with a narrative as finely woven as this (and truly, it is remarkable), I find myself grappling with the task of rating it against the lofty benchmarks set by Six of Crows.

 

Restless Stars by Susanne Valenti, Caroline Peckham

adventurous emotional funny sad 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? No

5.0

Finishing this book was bitter sweet. The twisted sisters did an amazing job bringing closure to the beloved zodiac academy  series. I cried, laughed and cheered.  ZA is definitely a series I will reread over and over again

This Skin Was Once Mine and Other Disturbances by Eric LaRocca

dark tense medium-paced

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

5.0

Dark, vile, disgustingly horrifying. 

Beautifully written. 
 
A must read for any horror fan 

LaRocca's collection  of short stories will leave you staring out into a void while you have to recover. 

Falling Away by Penelope Douglas

2.0

Rival by Penelope Douglas

2.5

Until You by Penelope Douglas

medium-paced

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

2.5

Hear No Evil by Sue Ward Drake
Did not finish book. Stopped at 58%.

Vow of Deception by Rina Kent

adventurous dark mysterious fast-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

The Edge of Never by Sarah Bailey

adventurous challenging emotional reflective 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? No

5.0

 *books trip to Scotland*

Sarah Bailey has consistently produced books that instantly captivates me. While I am accustomed to Sarah Bailey's darker romantic novels, "The Edge of Never" was beautifully raw, a true masterpiece