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Krampus: The Yule Lord by Gerald Brom
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This is the second of Brom’s books I’ve read. It was very different to what I was anticipating, after first reading Slewfoot. Most notably, Krampus takes place in the modern day.
I must admit I didn’t particularly enjoy the first half of this book, it didn’t really have the fantastical horror I was hoping for and I didn’t massively engage with the characters, but it picked up towards the end. Overall I would say this has a much lighter tone compared to Slewfoot.
I must admit I didn’t particularly enjoy the first half of this book, it didn’t really have the fantastical horror I was hoping for and I didn’t massively engage with the characters, but it picked up towards the end. Overall I would say this has a much lighter tone compared to Slewfoot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Police brutality
The Owl Killers by Karen Maitland
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was a slow burn for me. It was a while before I felt invested in it or saw the appeal of any of the characters, but I’m glad I continued as the second half was dark and gripping.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abortion
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Child death, Incest, Infertility, Misogyny, Rape, and Religious bigotry
Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke by Eric LaRocca
Did not finish book. Stopped at 54%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 54%.
I'm no stranger to some of the most disturbing books out there, but this book pulled needless animal cruelty out the blue. It felt very unnecessary to the plot, I didn't want to read further. I guess I've found where I draw the line.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty and Animal death
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
dark
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
4.0
The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
2.0
This book was just too boring to be this long. Nothing reeled me in.
Very glad I listened to the audiobook, which had excellent narration to be fair. I doubt I’d have gotten through it in book form.
Very glad I listened to the audiobook, which had excellent narration to be fair. I doubt I’d have gotten through it in book form.
Company of Liars by Karen Maitland
adventurous
mysterious
slow-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
4.0
Bit of a slow start, but I enjoyed following this band of travellers as they attempt to avoid the Pestilence, getting to know their pasts and darkest secrets
Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery by Brom
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was incredible; I'd go as far as saying it's my favourite read to date. I was completely immersed in the story from the very beginning and enjoyed every single page.
Brom has done an amazing job bringing this world to life, complimented by his eerie artwork breaking up the chapters. I will certainly be reading his other works, after this.
Brom has done an amazing job bringing this world to life, complimented by his eerie artwork breaking up the chapters. I will certainly be reading his other works, after this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Sexism, Violence, Blood, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Confinement, Gun violence, and Grief
Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
adventurous
mysterious
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? Yes
3.5
Overall I enjoyed the story and the characters, however I found the pacing too slow and I think the book is quite a bit longer than it needed to be, it was a struggle to stay engaged.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Death of parent
PRICE OF MONEY: How to Prosper in a Financial World That's Rigged Against You by Rob Dix
informative
fast-paced
4.5