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53 reviews
11.22.63 by Stephen King
adventurous
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Bunny by Mona Awad
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
It's Totally Normal! An LGBTQIA+ Guide to Puberty, Sex, and Gender by Ash Mehta, Monica Gupta Mehta
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Thanks to Netgalley, publishers and the authors for a copy of this ebook.
This was a very informative book that was completely inclusive of gender and sexuality. I really love that books like this are being published.
My only niggles was that we weren't sure who was talking at the time. With two authors, and others stories throughout, I couldn't keep track.
There was also a lot of repetition.
However, otherwise this is a great book that I would share with my children when they are older.
This was a very informative book that was completely inclusive of gender and sexuality. I really love that books like this are being published.
My only niggles was that we weren't sure who was talking at the time. With two authors, and others stories throughout, I couldn't keep track.
There was also a lot of repetition.
However, otherwise this is a great book that I would share with my children when they are older.
Rainbow History Class: Your Guide Through Queer and Trans History by Hannah McElhinney
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
Milk & Mocha Comics Collection: Our Little Happiness by Melani Sie
funny
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for a copy of this adorable book.
Such a sweet little set of comics to show opposites can attract and even compliment each other. It was honestly just the cutest, and their pet Dino made me want to audibly squee.
I will definitely be showing it to my kids, just a wholesome, easy read.
Such a sweet little set of comics to show opposites can attract and even compliment each other. It was honestly just the cutest, and their pet Dino made me want to audibly squee.
I will definitely be showing it to my kids, just a wholesome, easy read.
A Trans Man Walks Into a Gay Bar by Harry Nicholas
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for a copy of this ARC.
This was a great insight into the life of a transmasculine gay man. I loved that he discussed all the facets of his journey, as well as the fears and work he has done in order to embrace himself and hold space for love.
This is a read I would recommend to anyone. It gives so much insight, and provides a story that other transmasculine men can find solace in and a sense of belonging.
There is not enough literature out there like this, and I am proud to be able to provide this with such a high rating.
My only qualm was it does need an edit, but I'm sure at release that will have been sorted.
4.5 stars
This was a great insight into the life of a transmasculine gay man. I loved that he discussed all the facets of his journey, as well as the fears and work he has done in order to embrace himself and hold space for love.
This is a read I would recommend to anyone. It gives so much insight, and provides a story that other transmasculine men can find solace in and a sense of belonging.
There is not enough literature out there like this, and I am proud to be able to provide this with such a high rating.
My only qualm was it does need an edit, but I'm sure at release that will have been sorted.
4.5 stars
The Past Trader by A.M. Donohoo
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Thanks to Booksirens, publishers and the author for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be honest, though this was written well, I didn't really understand what was happening or the logistics of the market and how it connected to the past, etc. This could have been hashed out more, particularly for people who are interested in the story but have little to no knowledge of investment markets etc.
Would love more background information, more description detailing the current war (I did enjoy that it touched on Ukraine/Russia, though not nearly enough IMO), and more clarity at the end.
I'll be honest, though this was written well, I didn't really understand what was happening or the logistics of the market and how it connected to the past, etc. This could have been hashed out more, particularly for people who are interested in the story but have little to no knowledge of investment markets etc.
Would love more background information, more description detailing the current war (I did enjoy that it touched on Ukraine/Russia, though not nearly enough IMO), and more clarity at the end.
Godsgrave by Jay Kristoff
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So, imagine season one of the show 'Spartacus', but ol boy is a 17 year old girl and there's a whole tonne of magic.
At first I thought I was going crazy noticing the similarities, so had to check if others said the same.
Then I was hooked because of the AUDACITY to create basically the exact same story... I just had to see if it continued the whole book.
And then by the end I was just hooked... and the twists at the end... oh boy.
I almost want to pick up the next book straight away (even though I try to take breaks when reading series).
So, 90% of the book was no surprise, just a good storyline being recycled... but the ending did make up for that, and all in all I thoroughly enjoyed it.
At first I thought I was going crazy noticing the similarities, so had to check if others said the same.
Then I was hooked because of the AUDACITY to create basically the exact same story... I just had to see if it continued the whole book.
And then by the end I was just hooked... and the twists at the end... oh boy.
I almost want to pick up the next book straight away (even though I try to take breaks when reading series).
So, 90% of the book was no surprise, just a good storyline being recycled... but the ending did make up for that, and all in all I thoroughly enjoyed it.
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0