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Lone Women by Victor LaValle
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
The Mother by Anya Mora
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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
This was just okay for me. The storyline was interesting and important, but the MC was a bit tedious for me.
Ward D by Freida McFadden
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Another fun read. I figured out the twist early on, but still enjoyed it. Freida McFadden always keeps me entertained.
The Teacher by Freida McFadden
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-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
4.25
This book was fun. Not a likeable cast of characters, but I was still sucked in and wanted to know what was going to happen next. Freida McFadden is my go-to for fun, twist and turn craziness. And she never disappoints. I highly enjoyed this one.
A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was well written, but was a very familiar vampire plot. No surprises. Just okay for me.
The Trees by Percival Everett
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The Good Sister by Wendy Corsi Staub
4.0
I enjoyed this book. I thought all the characters were believable, especially the mother, Jen, who second guesses how she's raising her teenage daughters. The angst of the girls themselves is very well and believably handled. I didn't know who the killer was until the reveal. I, of course, had theories, but Staub did a great job keeping me guessing. There are a few things, i.e. the tricks with the cellphone and websites that did require a little suspension of disbelief, but overall a great suspense novel. Definitely kept me turning the pages.
You Make Me by Erin McCarthy
5.0
This book was totally addictive. I read it in one sitting. I have to say New Adult is such a lovely guilty pleasure. I say guilty pleasure because I'm in my 40's and should be past all the angst of 20-something love. I'm so not. This story just sucks you in and keeps you there. Highly recommend!
Live for Me by Erin McCarthy
5.0
The second book in Erin's Blurred Lines series. Just as good as the first. Another "get no sleep" read for me. I had to finish it.