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170 reviews

Just Kids by Patti Smith

dark emotional

4.5

I read this book because of the infamous Taylor Swift lyrics. I didn't knew a lot about Patti Smith when I started this book, so my expectations where not that high nor low. 

However this book really captured me. The NYC art scene in the 60s and 70s is something that always peaks my intrest, this combined with the poetic and strong writing of Patti made this book a masterpiece! 

I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman

4.0

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

3.5

1984 by George Orwell

dark tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Our Wives Under The Sea by Julia Armfield

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Beautifully written and quite interesting! It was a bit slow at the beginning. 

The Final Empire by Brandon Sanderson

adventurous dark 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

5.0

Perfect, no notes🩷 Full review coming soon on my blog: midnightreads

Exodus by Leon Uris

slow-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

3.0

The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop

inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.0

In Memoriam by Alice Winn

dark sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was a wonderful, deeply engaging, and emotional read. I recommend checking the trigger warnings. However, I can't give this book anything less than five stars. The story captivated me; I felt as if I were right there with them on the firing line, going over the top. It illustrates how war impacts people differently, showing its horrors while also including some light, fun moments—especially if you know some French (history.) 

I can't recommend this book enough. It's powerful and beautiful, and to think this is only Alice Winn's debut novel! I've tried to keep this review short, but there are so many noteworthy elements in this book. If you've read it, please send me a message—I'm need to discuss it with someone.

If you want to read more about my thought about this book go to my blog: https://hannadejong90.wixsite.com/midnightreads/post/book-review-of-in-memoriam-by-alice-winn

They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera

3.0