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Endo by Nova Kane

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I loved both books 1 and 2 for different reasons.

Book 1 brought some insight into the Speed Demons group and most of the characters ... however, this one just touched my heart in different ways.

I loved this one because it showed 2 people that came together through loss and pain, but in the end? [Not gonna tell you!]

I just related so much to these characters, and I just love them! I also loved how we got to see the found family aspect in the group ... 1000x more than in book 1.

This is a must read for sure!

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

I listened to the audio while following in my physical copy ...

I love the rawness and realness in this one. It showcased the toxic environment one has not only in their family but also in a relationship.

I loved the messiness because some of us can relate this to a time in our lives.

At first, I was not too fond of the FMC, but I understood her. Can not immediately switch a way of thinking, especially if that is all you know.

The MMC obviously tried his hardest, and for one who related to his demeanor considering his own upbringing, I loved his character more than anyone else's.

I loved the twist in the book ... I was not expecting that at all. It made this story even more messy and realistic.

Definitely want to reread in the future to reevaluate some things, especially on how I feel about this in general.

The Favorites by Layne Fargo

challenging dark emotional hopeful reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

I listened to the audio while following in my physical copy ...

I love the rawness and realness in this one. It showcased the toxic environment one has not only in their family but also in a relationship.

I loved the messiness because some of us can relate this to a time in our lives.

At first, I was not too fond of the FMC, but I understood her. Can not immediately switch a way of thinking, especially if that is all you know.

The MMC obviously tried his hardest, and for one who related to his demeanor considering his own upbringing, I loved his character more than anyone else's.

I loved the twist in the book ... I was not expecting that at all. It made this story even more messy and realistic.

Definitely want to reread in the future to reevaluate some things, especially on how I feel about this in general.

Where the Library Hides by Isabel Ibañez

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

I listened to the audio while following along in a physical copy ...

I really enjoyed the conclusion of this series. The revelations and the plot twists were 🤌🏽 [on point!]

I was not expecting everything to fall into the place it did, but it definitely made for a great one. So much made sense.

So that I do not give much away, I just want to say that I truly enjoyed this ... a lot!

Where the Library Hides by Isabel Ibañez

adventurous informative mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

I listened to the audio while following along in a physical copy ...

I really enjoyed the conclusion of this series. The revelations and the plot twists were 🤌🏽 [on point!]

I was not expecting everything to fall into the place it did, but it definitely made for a great one. So much made sense.

So that I do not give much away, I just want to say that I truly enjoyed this ... a lot!

Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

emotional funny reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I listened to the audio while following along in ebook ...

Wow! I was not sure what to expect on this one, and I have to say I was blown away!

I was captivated right from the beginning and could not put this book down [although I had to force myself to].

I just loved Elliot and Macy 🥹✨️🖤 They were just the written form of what some of us go through in real life ... when you meet someone that you just vibe with, but the Universe had other plans for just a while. And then you run into them again, and BOOM! 💥 back to where it left off!

I cried. I laughed. Overall, this played at my heartstrings 🥹

I already want to buy a physical copy so I can annotate ...

Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren

emotional funny reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I listened to the audio while following along in ebook ...

Wow! I was not sure what to expect on this one, and I have to say I was blown away!

I was captivated right from the beginning and could not put this book down [although I had to force myself to].

I just loved Elliot and Macy 🥹✨️🖤 They were just the written form of what some of us go through in real life ... when you meet someone that you just vibe with, but the Universe had other plans for just a while. And then you run into them again, and BOOM! 💥 back to where it left off!

I cried. I laughed. Overall, this played at my heartstrings 🥹

I already want to buy a physical copy so I can annotate ...

Don'T Believe it by Charlie Donlea

adventurous dark informative mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.25

I listened to the audio while following along in ebook ...

I kind of was surprised with this one ... in the beginning, it was kind of slow, and I honestly was hesitant considering it had that documentary/podcast feel to it.

After getting through the first few chapters, I was intrigued for sure.

I want to say that the author surprised me with those twists and turns ... I was not expecting that twist ... and looking back, some clues were there, yet it was still so well written in by the author.

That ending had me a little slumped tbh ... but i understand it is meant to leave room for interpretation.

Don't Believe It by Charlie Donlea

adventurous dark informative mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.25

I listened to the audio while following along in ebook ...

I kind of was surprised with this one ... in the beginning, it was kind of slow, and I honestly was hesitant considering it had that documentary/podcast feel to it.

After getting through the first few chapters, I was intrigued for sure.

I want to say that the author surprised me with those twists and turns ... I was not expecting that twist ... and looking back, some clues were there, yet it was still so well written in by the author.

That ending had me a little slumped tbh ... but i understand it is meant to leave room for interpretation.

Dear Edward: A Novel - Hardcover by Ann Napolitano by Ann Napolitano, Ann Napolitano

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

I listened to the audio while following along in ebook ...

I have to say that this is my second book by the author, and I did not know what to expect. I will admit that this one was just as memorable as Hello Beautiful!

There is something intriguing to me about how small the world truly is ... to see it written the way it was in this book, just put it into a written perspective. And I was hooked!

I loved the timeline that skipped post 'event' and during the 'event'.

This is definitely one of those books that have you thinking days after you finish reading it!