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352 reviews

Book Lovers by Emily Henry

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medium-paced

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

4.5

Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi Yagisawa

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emotional relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

Witch King by Martha Wells

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adventurous dark hopeful medium-paced

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

4.75

This was a really good book. I enjoyed the jumping back and forth between present and past, you could see the subtle changes between the characters' past and present. The book definitely doesn't hold your hand in explaining the cultural nuances of the world and its people, which I also appreciated. Wells expects the reader to be able to follow along as new terms and ideas are introduced without getting too confused, which I felt she successfully did! While the story deals with self-harm, war, death, and a lot of other tough topics, I appreciate that Wells ended on a hopeful note for Kai and his family and friends. If this remains a standalone novel, I'll be very happy, but if the rumors of a sequel are true I will certainly enjoy it.

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The Island of Dr. Moreau by H.G. Wells

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adventurous dark reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

4.0

I had a fun and creepy time reading this book. A longer review to come perhaps. But, if someone enjoys horror, I think another reader would enjoy this book.

Eric by Terry Pratchett

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funny fast-paced

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

2.5

Men at Arms by Terry Pratchett

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dark funny mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes

4.0

This is only my third Terry Pratchett book, but I am beginning to enjoy the way he writes. There's lot of little call backs and word plays that you have to pay attention to enjoy and I've reached an age where I can actually enjoy them.

I enjoyed this book more than I enjoyed Guards, Guards, but I do feel that the story is very much a product of its time. I'm hoping that more and more female characters keep getting added and the ones we have get fleshed out. The distinct lack of Lady Sybil and Vetinari's few scenes makes me see how people ship Vetinari and Vimes. I hope Lady Sybil returns. I really enjoyed her in Guards, Guards.

The Affair of the Mysterious Letter by Alexis Hall

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funny mysterious medium-paced