This novel was like riding a roller coaster in the dark and there’s no lights to let you know what’s coming next.

It was a completely wild ride and I was enthralled.

The characters on the forefront are not likable characters, apart from Shelley. But in this reality it’s okay to like them, be entertained, want to know what happens to them next.

I enjoyed every single one of the Godfrey’s. It took me a while to “get” Peter but I think that was the point.

Another thing, the language in this novel can be a little off putting. And you have to adjust to the switching of POVs with absolutely no notice.

Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

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emotional mysterious reflective sad fast-paced

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

2.25

This story didn't resonate with me emotionally like it seems to with most people, so take my opinion with a grain of salt. (It's just for me)

The last story was the best! It was certainly the most emotional one out of the four.

King of Storms and Feathers by Juno Heart

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adventurous challenging dark hopeful tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Thoroughly enjoyed this one! It was a very easy book to get into and read. The characters and world building was perfect.

Leaf is such an awesome FMC, she’s badass and mouthy! And never loses that quality throughout the entirety of the book. No matter what’s thrown her way, and lots are thrown her way.

The ending is quite a cliffhanger, so it left me reeling. And wanting the second book immediately. Which won’t be released until June 2024, I believe!!

Moon Soul by Nathaniel Luscombe

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adventurous hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

What a cozy read. I enjoyed August’s journey.

If you’ve ever felt lost at any time in your life, you’ll most likely connect to this story. And it just feels like a piece of art from the way it’s written to the scenery.

I want to see the purple moon! I want to see the paintings!

The letters and August’s sign offs were one of my favorite small touches throughout

How to Stop Time by Matt Haig

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slow-paced

1.5

Intriguing idea, that went absolutely nowhere.

A Vision in Crimson by Kathryn Troy

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense slow-paced

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

2.0

The book has a lot of potential. I enjoy the premise of the story but the execution isn’t really there.

One of the biggest things for me was the POV swapping, it would swap in the same paragraph. No warning. It was too jarring.

This story tells more than it shows, and most of the time I don’t have an issue with that, but I need the characters to have me enthralled and while I enjoyed Kate, it wasn’t enough.

There’s too many characters, too quickly, as well.

Again, the premise is great, has loads of potential. The storyline just needs work.

The dragon's rose by Tati B. Alvarez

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adventurous challenging dark funny hopeful mysterious tense 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

4.0

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