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In Some Other Life by Jessica Brody
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I loved this book! Jessica brody always knows the assignment and she's one of my fave authors ATM.
Jaclyn Hyde by Connor White, Annabeth Bondor-Stone
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
What a fun and original take on the story of Dr Jekyll and mr Hyde! I loved the cast of characters. That was a delicious read.
How To Write a Great Story by Caroline Lawrence
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
Ghoul Scouts: Welcome to Camp Croak! by Taylor Dolan
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
fast-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 is perfect! Creepy and cute and so much fun. The characters are so unique. I also love the voice and of course, the amazing illustrations.
Anna and the Apocalypse by Katharine Turner, Barry Waldo
adventurous
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
When I got the book I hadn't realised it's a novelisation of a film. It does feel more like a fleshed out film script rather than a novel. A lot of moments in the story would translate better on screen; in the book they don't always hit right. There's also a lot of POV head-hopping, which makes it hard to follow sometimes.
I enjoyed most of the story, the sense of humour and loved the characters. The only two things I didn't like were that this book has actually a lot of sad stuff, when I was expecting a comedy (hello the fun cover and back blurb?) - and that the end isn't really there. I was expecting a more satisfying resolution.
I enjoyed most of the story, the sense of humour and loved the characters. The only two things I didn't like were that this book has actually a lot of sad stuff, when I was expecting a comedy (hello the fun cover and back blurb?) - and that the end isn't really there. I was expecting a more satisfying resolution.
Louie in a Spin! (Unicorn in New York #3), Volume 3 by Rachel Hamilton
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
3.0
You're So Dead by Ash Parsons
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I loved the concept but the exectution not so much. Shame. I really wanted to like this book. The story seemed lacking and the heavy handed virtue signalling is a bit annoying (but hey, that's my personal taste). I found the characters flat and same-ish and the dialogues confusing.
What I liked the most in this book, apart from the concept, were: Henrietta, the chicken; Brittlyn's death by poisoning and the bits of comedy weaved in the story.
What I liked the most in this book, apart from the concept, were: Henrietta, the chicken; Brittlyn's death by poisoning and the bits of comedy weaved in the story.
Brightly Burning by Alexa Donne
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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
5.0
This book is perfect. I found Alexa Donne through her Youtube channel and bought her books.
I was reluctant to read this one as it's meant to be Jane Eyre in Space, and Jane Eyre is one of my favourite books of all time. I though I wouldn't be able to enjoy Brightly Burning without comparing it to the original.
But how wrong I was. I loved it so much!
Brightly Burning is one of those books that's just a lot of fun to read. I think it stands on its own especially for the YA audience. I think Alexa did an amazing job, remaining faithful to Jane Eyre's main themes and storyline while telling the story in her own unique way. I especially liked the outer space setting, the new charachters and the strong commentary on class.
I love Alexa's writing and can't wait to read her other titles.
I was reluctant to read this one as it's meant to be Jane Eyre in Space, and Jane Eyre is one of my favourite books of all time. I though I wouldn't be able to enjoy Brightly Burning without comparing it to the original.
But how wrong I was. I loved it so much!
Brightly Burning is one of those books that's just a lot of fun to read. I think it stands on its own especially for the YA audience. I think Alexa did an amazing job, remaining faithful to Jane Eyre's main themes and storyline while telling the story in her own unique way. I especially liked the outer space setting, the new charachters and the strong commentary on class.
I love Alexa's writing and can't wait to read her other titles.
Girls Save the World in This One by Ash Parsons
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I love horror, esp comedy-horror and was very intrigued by the premise and the beautiful cover. The story is fun and it does what it says on the tin. I felt it took a bit too long to get started - the first hundred pages or so is just the girls queueing and details of the protagonist's friend's backstories. The book picks up pace in the last third. I enjoyed most the bits about the girls and their friends kicking ass and fighting the zombies.