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Almond by Won-pyung Sohn
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Read this in one sitting. It was an easy, but impactful read. Interesting perspective to follow and I enjoyed the development of the characters! :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Death, and Terminal illness
Minor: Abandonment
The Last Council by Kazu Kibuishi
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-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? No
4.75
I liked this one best so far! Though there’s still a ways to go in the story, this is the book where many things are being revealed. We can finally put some of the puzzle pieces together. Good and interesting read! :D
The Night Tiger by Yangsze Choo
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-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
Very descriptive writing which is usually not something I enjoy, but I liked it here! Overall it felt slower paced since we really get to know the characters and their inner thoughts, but this is what made it enjoyable for me. Very gradual build, you really aren’t sure what’a going to happen for a great portion of this book!
As far as the love interest/relationship aspect, it may be off putting to some (incest)it is between two step siblings. At the end, it’s revealed that our main character was never officially adopted so they weren’t “technically” siblings, but they grew up together with that dynamic. Personally I liked their relationship and conversation, but I still felt a little uneasy
Overall it was a slow paced but intriguing read. I would say this leans closer to magical realism than fantasy! Try it out!
As far as the love interest/relationship aspect, it may be off putting to some (incest)
Overall it was a slow paced but intriguing read. I would say this leans closer to magical realism than fantasy! Try it out!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Miscarriage, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Child death, Infidelity, Sexism, and Colonisation
Funny Story by Emily Henry
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-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
4.25
I read this book in three sittings and i really enjoyed it! I don’t typically read romance, but this is the second one and i could see myself reading more! (both were Emily Henry, the first was Book Lovers)
I also get scared that I won’t be able to relate to the characters in these types of books, but I’m 21 and found a lot in common with the 30 y.o. characters! (friendship and relationship wise)
Not a big deal, but I did notice that “chortle” and “sidelong” were used quite frequently. It made me giggle seeing that the author has specific words they keep coming back to, but it can be a turnoff.
Overall, an epic book. I plan to read more of Emily Henry in the future! :D
I also get scared that I won’t be able to relate to the characters in these types of books, but I’m 21 and found a lot in common with the 30 y.o. characters! (friendship and relationship wise)
Not a big deal, but I did notice that “chortle” and “sidelong” were used quite frequently. It made me giggle seeing that the author has specific words they keep coming back to, but it can be a turnoff.
Overall, an epic book. I plan to read more of Emily Henry in the future! :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Alcohol
Minor: Infidelity and Gaslighting
The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
TLDR: Slow paced, confusing af, but also, kinda good? It’s like an onion, many layers, def not for everyone. Give it a try though! :)
Definitely a book when you want to slow down and savor a story.
I read with the audiobook and i’m not sure I would’ve made it through without it. The writing is extremely descriptive, but I did feel like I was transported to another place!
I don’t usually go for slow paced books, but I enjoyed this one. Though, I was confused for a decent chunk of the story, and I didn’t particularly like the ending. But, this book is about books and storytelling. You don’t always get the perfect ending. To me, this book was a reminder that there are lessons you can take away from everything, good or bad.
Read this book if you’re in the mood for overly descriptive, magical writing and a slow pace that keeps you wrapped up in another world! :)
Definitely a book when you want to slow down and savor a story.
I read with the audiobook and i’m not sure I would’ve made it through without it. The writing is extremely descriptive, but I did feel like I was transported to another place!
I don’t usually go for slow paced books, but I enjoyed this one. Though, I was confused for a decent chunk of the story, and I didn’t particularly like the ending. But, this book is about books and storytelling. You don’t always get the perfect ending. To me, this book was a reminder that there are lessons you can take away from everything, good or bad.
Read this book if you’re in the mood for overly descriptive, magical writing and a slow pace that keeps you wrapped up in another world! :)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Stalking, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Homophobia
The Cloud Searchers by Kazu Kibuishi
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Story picks up in this one! I liked seeing all the new characters as well! :)
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-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
4.75
My only complaint is that to start, it was hard to get into because you don’t know enough about the characters yet to care about them. Once you get through that, the rest was easy.
I could relate to multiple things from each character and the dialogue between the main characters was fun to read. And i’m not a romance reader! :O I enjoyed this book much more than I thought!
I could see this book being a hit or miss for some people, depending on what stage of your life you’re in! Give it a try! :D
I could relate to multiple things from each character and the dialogue between the main characters was fun to read. And i’m not a romance reader! :O I enjoyed this book much more than I thought!
I could see this book being a hit or miss for some people, depending on what stage of your life you’re in! Give it a try! :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Grief
Moderate: Medical content, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Minor: Sexual content and Toxic relationship
Yumi and the Nightmare Painter by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
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? It's complicated
5.0
Sanderson’s writing makes it easy to fall in love with the story and its characters. I had to pace myself reading this because I knew I would love it and that I didn’t want it to be over too soon.
The character development felt genuine and the story was creative.
I loved this one and the Sunlit man. Though I’m intimidated by the length of his many series, I might consider picking one up! :)
READ THIS NOW!!
The character development felt genuine and the story was creative.
I loved this one and the Sunlit man. Though I’m intimidated by the length of his many series, I might consider picking one up! :)
READ THIS NOW!!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief and Gaslighting
Children of Anguish and Anarchy by Tomi Adeyemi
emotional
sad
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? It's complicated
3.0
Though we don’t follow up on a few things from the first two books, I still liked it (to an extent).
Obviously not every book will have a good ending, but I think the ending was rushed leaving an empty feeling for me.
This book could’ve easily been longer (or another short book altogether). The action was well done, but the storyline was a little confusing, and the ending wasn’t satisfying. :/
I wish Zelie and Inan had more time together so that his sacrifice felt more emotional/meaningful. AND Roan is mentioned once but we don’t see him again?? I didn’t like him at first but I ended up liking him by the end of book 2, really sad that he doesn’t even make an. appearance here. Even the relationship btwn Amari and Mae’e could’ve had longer/more scenes.
Obviously not every book will have a good ending, but I think the ending was rushed leaving an empty feeling for me.
This book could’ve easily been longer (or another short book altogether). The action was well done, but the storyline was a little confusing, and the ending wasn’t satisfying. :/
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Confinement, Death, Violence, Grief, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal cruelty and Colonisation
Cursed Bunny: Stories by Bora Chung
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Liked two/three of the stories in here a lot, the rest weren’t bad but just didn’t capture my attention. Not a bad book for the fall/spooky season. Was somewhat relaxing because you didn’t have to learn the depths of each character, you don’t even know their names!
Im a big mood reader and i think I would’ve enjoyed this more if was in a bigger short story mood. Def will try to reread when that happens :)
Im a big mood reader and i think I would’ve enjoyed this more if was in a bigger short story mood. Def will try to reread when that happens :)