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Happy Place by Emily Henry
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent and Grief
A Botanist's Guide to Society and Secrets by Kate Khavari
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The book finally addresses the mysterious government plot that Saffron has been worried about in the first two books of the series. Unfortunately, in doing that, it takes a huge turn away from the lighthearted banter and poetic references to flowers and plants. It didn't hit in the same happy, clever way that the first two did. I did enjoy it overall, though. The book ends on a note that indicates a continuation of the series, and I'll probably keep reading it because I really like Saffron and all of her endearing traits (that make up for the annoying ones). She is growing more independent and sure of herself in each book, and that's nice to see. Elizabeth plays a more prominent role in the story, and I like getting to know her better. Hoping to see more of her!
Content Warnings
Minor: Confinement and Injury/Injury detail
Lavender House by Lev AC Rosen
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Police brutality
Vow of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death
Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson
adventurous
challenging
emotional
tense
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? Yes
4.75
Fable by Adrienne Young
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent and Abandonment
A Crown of Ivy and Glass by Claire Legrand
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The book is divided into two distinct parts due to a change in the plot. The issue I have is that the plot wasn't very strong to begin with. The main character, Gemma, is vapid and self-centered, and her personality completely changes in the second half without any development leading up to it. I struggled to keep sight of the overall plot to the book because it was weak in the beginning and then had a dramatic shift halfway through. It's a decent story but has some holes and weak character development. The conversations are pretty cringey at times, too.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm
Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
4.25
Darling story! Lighthearted and cute, and it was refreshing to have a happy ending for once!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Sexual assault and Misogyny
Circe by Madeline Miller
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The book had a very slow start and never fully held my attention. Circe's story in mythology is an intriguing one, but this retelling felt flat and even boring at times. It has Circe reflecting on her inner thoughts and feelings as she goes about her daily life gathering herbs and flowers, as well as during some of the major plot points of her story. The ending was pretty sappy but touching. Having said all that, the book has its merits and the author succeeded at focusing on Circe's maturing and evolution into a more sympathetic character. I just personally prefer more swashbuckling adventure when it comes to mythology.
Weyward by Emilia Hart
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
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? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Miscarriage