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The Falling in Love Montage by Ciara Smyth

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emotional funny sad fast-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? Yes

3.75

i think this was a cute story. the gays are winning.
Girl, Interrupted by Susanna Kaysen

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challenging dark funny reflective fast-paced

4.0

i really liked this memoir! i was surprised how different it was from the movie and how much more realistic the book is. definitely check trigger warnings!! this book is pretty heavy. 
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She Gets the Girl by Rachael Lippincott, Alyson Derrick

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-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? Yes

5.0

i loved this cute little gay story. debating on giving it 6 stars, but we shall see..
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None Shall Sleep by Ellie Marney

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

3.5

the book was surprisingly gory for a YA book, but i enjoyed emma and travis' story. the premise overall was very unrealistic and to my surprise, it worked. i would recommend this book for true crime lovers.
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The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

not as good as the first, but still amazing. 
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

i may have guessed the twist, but the execution was amazing. i finished this book during my flight and i was shocked. all of the pieces just clicked, and i think i have to read the next one.
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Imogen, Obviously by Becky Albertalli

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funny hopeful inspiring fast-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

4.25

my little gay heart was screaming at imogen the entire time!! gretchen was getting on my nerves, but lili pulled through.
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross

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adventurous challenging emotional sad tense 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? Yes

5.0

tears. literal tears. kitt and winnow's story was complex and meticulously ridden with words that evoke emotion. this was easily one of the best romances i have ever read.
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Happy Place by Emily Henry

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emotional reflective sad 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? Yes

4.75

Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau

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funny inspiring lighthearted fast-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

4.5