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People From My Neighbourhood by Hiromi Kawakami
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Beach Read by Emily Henry
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.25
Clytemnestra by Costanza Casati
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-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
4.5
I'm all for feminine rage, and I'm glad I finally found something I can dig my teeth into.
I didn't know about her story before I started reading, so I felt this was a great way to learn about it! I love Greek mythology, and I'm glad I started my descent into the HUGE world of Greek mythos retellings with this book.
The characters in this book were absolutely gut-wrenching. There are so many parts that shook me to my core and just felt like I couldn't wait to see and hear the reactions of everyone to these events. This is also a book that's really made me think about ancient societies again (as the history teacher I am, lol). What would it be like to be in this position? Would I do the same thing? This book is super reflective, especially as a woman.
I really enjoyed reading it! I have a bunch of other Greek retelling books on my physical TBR, so we'll see which one I might pick up next.
I didn't know about her story before I started reading, so I felt this was a great way to learn about it! I love Greek mythology, and I'm glad I started my descent into the HUGE world of Greek mythos retellings with this book.
The characters in this book were absolutely gut-wrenching. There are so many parts that shook me to my core and just felt like I couldn't wait to see and hear the reactions of everyone to these events. This is also a book that's really made me think about ancient societies again (as the history teacher I am, lol). What would it be like to be in this position? Would I do the same thing? This book is super reflective, especially as a woman.
I really enjoyed reading it! I have a bunch of other Greek retelling books on my physical TBR, so we'll see which one I might pick up next.
The Unwanted Guest by Tamsyn Muir
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
What can I say? I love anything with Palamedes in it.
It's super interesting to see the back and forth between Ianthe and him and learning that this is what was going on during those sections of Nona! I'd also be totally lying lying if I said that I didn't cry. I literally adore Pal so much.
And I fucking KNEW it was Dulcinea. And the love confession??? SCREAMING. I don't particularly ship those two but god...seeing this side of Palamedes? What I would give to keep seeing it.
I hope this will keep me fed until Alecto comes out. Crossing my fingers.
It's super interesting to see the back and forth between Ianthe and him and learning that this is what was going on during those sections of Nona! I'd also be totally lying lying if I said that I didn't cry. I literally adore Pal so much.
And I fucking KNEW it was Dulcinea. And the love confession??? SCREAMING. I don't particularly ship those two but god...seeing this side of Palamedes? What I would give to keep seeing it.
I hope this will keep me fed until Alecto comes out. Crossing my fingers.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
emotional
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
Fate of the Fallen by Kel Kade
adventurous
emotional
funny
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? No
5.0
I'm actually in love with this series. I'm itching to get my hands on the next one.
Classmates Vol. 5: O.B. by Asumiko Nakamura
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
4.5
A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-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
5.0
Oh how I love vampire fiction! This book has been on my TBR for a minute, and I've been itching to read it ever since it got there. I'd heard so many good things about it, and holy shit am I glad I finally got the chance to read it. The only sad thing now is that it's over! I'd give anything to read this book with new eyes again.
This was an enthralling read, and I love that it was formatted in the forms of letters for chapters. It was also super immersive being written in the first person! I don't think I've read a book like that in quite some time. It really brought home being in Constanta's shoes and living through her life and struggles.
I adore the relationship between Alexi, Magdalena, and Constanta. It's hard to describe everything I like about their relationship, but there really is just something about found family/lovers that just absolutely makes me insane. I'd love to read about more of their antics.
I'm absolutely looking forward to the next book in the series even if (as far as I know) it doesn't involve them. Just gotta wait and read the little sneak peak at the back of this one! ;)
This was an enthralling read, and I love that it was formatted in the forms of letters for chapters. It was also super immersive being written in the first person! I don't think I've read a book like that in quite some time. It really brought home being in Constanta's shoes and living through her life and struggles.
I adore the relationship between Alexi, Magdalena, and Constanta. It's hard to describe everything I like about their relationship, but there really is just something about found family/lovers that just absolutely makes me insane. I'd love to read about more of their antics.
I'm absolutely looking forward to the next book in the series even if (as far as I know) it doesn't involve them. Just gotta wait and read the little sneak peak at the back of this one! ;)