How did the second book in a series, the one that sounded the least appealing to me, end up being so damn good? Shock awe. It’s giving sound of music governess but far more rake-y than Von Trapp.

The Duchess Deal by Tessa Dare

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

I loved it! No notes!

She Drives Me Crazy by Kelly Quindlen

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funny hopeful lighthearted 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

Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold by Stephen Fry

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informative reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I love Stephen Fry and will read it if he writes it.

The Awakening by Kate Chopin

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emotional reflective tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

4.75

I’m blown away. The emotional range … how did this writer convey the melodrama while feeling fully realistic in its scope? A classic for a reason

Hook, Line, and Sinker by Tessa Bailey

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emotional lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

Fox is a hot mess and I love him for that! Some of the music references here feel … forced but Tessa really did her best. Needed the escapism and I got it

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