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A Kingdom This Cursed and Empty by Stacia Stark

adventurous 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

I was fully hooked on this story. The narrators did a great job on the audiobook as well. I enjoyed this book and will definitely continue this series. I can't wait to see what happens next. 

Gift Wrapped Protector by C.D. Gorri

funny fast-paced

5.0

Fun, festive read. I enjoyed this book and will definitely read more from this author... I think her books will be great reading slump busters. This was a fast paced quick read. Read it in one sitting

Sinner's Isle by Angela Montoya

adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

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

5.0

This book was everything I wanted it to be and more. I knew I would enjoy this book, but I didn't expect to love it SO MUCH. The world is rich and wonderful. The "good guys" were easy to love and the "bad guys" were villainous, awful, and easy to hate. I will definitely reread this book in the future. 

I have a soft spot for books that showcase feminine rage in a meaningful way and this book definitely does that. Some of my theories were spot on while reading and others were way off base (and I love that). 

I look forward to reading more by Angela Montoya in the future. 

Charley's Christmas Wolf by C.D. Gorri

lighthearted medium-paced

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

5.0

Everything I wanted in a Christmas shifter novella. This was a fun and quick, festive read. 

A Kilt For Christmas by Tricia O'Malley

funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

5.0

Everything I look for in a Christmas novella. 
Delicious banter✅
Nerds                   ✅
Guy falls first      ✅
Snowed in           ✅
Small town          ✅
Found family       ✅
Christmas wish  ✅
This can absolutely be read without reading the first 2 books in the series first (but those are good too so I still recommend them). 

A Court This Cruel and Lovely by Stacia Stark

adventurous medium-paced

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

5.0

I loved this book. I will definitely continue reading this series and the audiobook narrators were perfect. I can't wait to see what these characters get up to next. I was able to predict a lot of things that ended up happening, but I loved seeing it play out. 

I was gifted an Advanced Listener Copy of the audiobook from Netgalley. I voluntarily read it and am leaving an honest review voluntarily.

Her Night with the Duke by Diana Quincy

slow-paced

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

5.0

I loved this book. The scandals, the mutual pining, and the strong women were all fantastic. I'll definitely be reading more from this author

Soul Sifter by B.J.J. Lierz

adventurous mysterious slow-paced

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

4.0

Poūkahangatus by Tayi Tibble

emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

I don't usually read poetry, but this style of poetry may change my mind about that. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. 

Freedom Is a Constant Struggle: Ferguson, Palestine, and the Foundations of a Movement by Angela Y. Davis

informative inspiring medium-paced

5.0

I learned so much and recommend this for anyone trying to learn more about movements and how they impact freedom