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The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai
emotional
sad
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
4.5
This was so beautifully written and narrated. Very sad book. I enjoyed the characters coming to life and the unveiling of a history that isn't really talked about in the US (at least not in my small section of it). It gives me a new perspective of the Vietnam War, and the hippie movement and everything. Despite the sad history the characters still come to life, the setting of Vietnam itself is very well done. Etc.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, War
Moderate: Rape, Sexual violence, Violence, Abandonment, Classism
Minor: Physical abuse, Abortion, Colonisation
A Caribbean Heiress in Paris by Adriana Herrera
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This was so much fun to read! I loved hearing some history on the Dominican, as well as commentary on colonization. I really liked Luz Alana and her friend group and I'm super excited to read the rest of the series.
I think a few specific aspects that gave me the ick: the cattiness between Luz and 90% of the other high-society women; Evan's weird and violent overprotectiveness. But I liked the plot overall! And the character development. My favorite part was how spicy the book was :)
I think a few specific aspects that gave me the ick: the cattiness between Luz and 90% of the other high-society women; Evan's weird and violent overprotectiveness. But I liked the plot overall! And the character development. My favorite part was how spicy the book was :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Misogyny, Racism
Minor: Death of parent, Colonisation
Butterfly Swords by Jeannie Lin
adventurous
lighthearted
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
3.75
This book was good overall, though it did drag a bit for me towards the middle/end. I enjoyed the descriptions of China and landscape. I also loved how I've never really read a book quite like this before -- it's perfect for those looking for a historical romance set in non-Western location/timeline.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Xenophobia
Minor: Death, Violence, Grief, Injury/Injury detail
Heart and Hand by Rebel Carter
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
This book was cute, but the character development was underwhelming. I wish there had been more information on Will and Forrest's past, their life together before Julie and their relationship just the two of them. The polyamorous aspect was interesting, and it was such a unique concept especially for a historical romance.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Infertility, Infidelity, Sexism, Vomit, Pregnancy, War
The Jumbies by Tracey Baptiste
adventurous
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
3.75
I don't read too much middle grade so I'm not sure I have much to stack this up to... but it was very nice and a good read!
Skin of the Sea by Natasha Bowen
Did not finish book. Stopped at 32%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 32%.
i read too many negative reviews and it psyched me out.
Honeysuckle and Bone by Trisha Tobias
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
4.0
This was a super quick read, and I was excited to pick it up each time. The ending with Joy/Carina was interesting, but not worth its build-up. I loved the setting of Jamaica. For a debut novel, it's even extra good! There was a lot of back-and-forth with the twist and who the duppy was/what they wanted, so much to the point that I was at one point just, like ughhh tell me what happened. But I did find this very enjoyable and I'm excited for the author to put out more work!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Child abuse, Infidelity
Minor: Toxic friendship
My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Just eldest sister things, I guess? I was a fan of this, but the ending fell a little flat. There was no real ending, or like moral, just "family comes first." Even though you're still kinda rooting for Korede, you slowly realize that she's just as bad by enabling her sister's murderous tendencies. It was an interesting concept, and I enjoyed how quickly the story developed. The narrator was lovely too!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Murder
Moderate: Blood, Police brutality, Gaslighting
Minor: Pedophilia, Toxic relationship
Toxic sister relationship
The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Such a cute and sweet read. It truly felt like reading a hug, drinking a warm cup of cocoa, and cuddling with my dog underneath a blanket while I listen to rain falling outside. I have no notes. The characters were all so sweet, the love story was low-key but still a bit of pining, the conflicts were intense but so low-stakes that they didn't add any anxiety to the experience. Perfect read, however, not if you're in the mood for something heavy/deep :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Death of parent, Pregnancy
Minor: Child abuse, Police brutality, Lesbophobia, War
Scythe & Sparrow by Brynne Weaver
adventurous
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The audiobook was great, but this final book to the Ruinous Love trilogy fell quite flat for me. I'm glad I read it, but also really glad that the trilogy is over. The audiobook was great; I loved the narrators. It was fun, but not as fun as the 1st two books.
Out of all the FMC's, I liked Rose the least. She was chaotic, impulsive, and repeatedly put Fionn in positions where he felt compelled to clean up her messes. I liked Fionn, he was sweet and I liked his inner battle stuff, as well as the relationship with his brothers. But found myself getting annoyed with Rose for her vengeance-without-a-plan attitude.
I did enjoy them all becoming friends in this book -- it was a nice touch and it made me happy.
Out of all the FMC's, I liked Rose the least. She was chaotic, impulsive, and repeatedly put Fionn in positions where he felt compelled to clean up her messes. I liked Fionn, he was sweet and I liked his inner battle stuff, as well as the relationship with his brothers. But found myself getting annoyed with Rose for her vengeance-without-a-plan attitude.
I did enjoy them all becoming friends in this book -- it was a nice touch and it made me happy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Sexual content, Violence, Murder
Moderate: Body horror, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Vomit
Minor: Animal cruelty, Child abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Torture, Car accident