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Nothing Ever Happens Here: A Thriller by Seraphina Nova Glass
fast-paced
3.75
This was an enjoyable mystery/thriller. I loved how this story was told through multiple points of view. This book immediately had me intrigued since the mystery starts early on and thereβs a good amount of twists and turns throughout the story. Overall this was a suspenseful, yet cozy thriller perfect for the winter season.
Read this if you like:
π Multiple povs
π Small town settings
π Winter vibes
π Twisty reads
π Fast-paced stories
Thank you to HTP Hive for the gifted book
Wicked: The Graphic Novel Part I by Gregory Maguire, Scott Hampton
4.0
This was a great graphic novel adaptation of Wicked. I loved the art style and color palette that the artist used. The graphic novel tells the story in an easy to read way, while also showcasing the authorβs unique writing style. This book is perfect for fans of Wicked.
Thank you to @williammorrowbooks for the gifted copy.
Raiders of the Lost Heart by Jo Segura
4.0
This was a cute romance read. I enjoyed following main characters Corrie and Ford on their archeology dig and seeing how their relationship changed over the course of the book. Raiders Of The Lost Heart had an interesting storyline and I really liked the Mexican jungle setting. Overall this was a great read.
Read this if you like:
π Rivals to lovers
π Only one tent
π Forced proximity
π Workplace romance
π Archeology
π Some spice
Up in Smoke by Nick Brooks
4.0
This was a quick, fast-paced ya thriller. I loved how this story was told through dual points of view between Cooper and Monique. This book was unique and a bit unpredictable which I really liked. Up In Smoke was very well written, especially as it covers some heavier themes. Overall this was a great young adult thriller.
Thank you to the publisher for the gifted copy.
Anji Kills a King by Evan Leikam
fast-paced
4.0
This was a great debut novel. This book immediately starts out with Anji killing a king and the story continues from there. This was a fast paced and captivating fantasy. I really liked Anjiβs character and her development throughout the story. If you are looking for a high stakes fantasy, you may want to check this one out when itβs released on May 13.
Thank you to Tor Books for the gifted arc.
The Love Haters by Katherine Center
5.0
This was a wonderful romance read. I loved the characters in this book and especially loved following Katie in this story. The characters were both complex and relatable. I loved the tropical setting of Key West and the overall feel-good vibes of the story. I absolutely loved this book start to finish, and definitely recommend giving it a try when it comes out on May 20th.
Read this if you like:
π Grumpy/sunshine
π Forced proximity
π Coast guard mmc
π Body positivity
π Tropical settings
Thank you to @stmartinspress for the gifted arc.
Everyone on This Train Is a Suspect by Benjamin Stevenson
mysterious
4.0
This was an enjoyable locked room mystery. I loved the main characterβs distinctive voice as he narrated the story. This book was extremely well written and I really liked trying to solve the murder mystery. This was a great, twisty mystery with a great cast of unlikable characters. This is book two in the Ernest Cunningham series, but can easily be read as a standalone.
Thank you to Mariner Books for the gifted copy.
Summer in the City by Alex Aster
4.75
This was an enjoyable romance read. I loved following Elle in this story as she overcomes her writers block by fake dating a billionaire who she hates. I loved the characters in this story and the interactions and banter between Elle and Parker. This book had me rooting for the characters and I loved seeing how the characters grew and developed throughout the story. Summer In The City was extremely well written and made me feel like I was exploring New York with the characters, making it a place that Iβd like to visit.
Read this if you like:
π Enemies to lovers
π Fake dating
π Forced proximity
π Second chance romance
π Screenwriter fmc
π Billionaire mmc
π New York settings
Thank you to William Morrow Books for the gifted copy, I loved it.
Mystery Royale by Kaitlyn Cavalancia
mysterious
5.0
This was an amazing young adult book! I absolutely love how this book blended my favorite genres of fantasy and mystery. This book has a unique magic system and a captivating story revolving around a murder. Mystery Royale was both whimsical and twisty as the characters raced to solve the murder in order to win the inheritance. I could not put this one down and highly recommend picking this one up!
Read this if you like:
π Whodunnits
π Unique magic systems
π Multiple povs
π The Inheritance Games & Hotel Magnifique
Thank you to Kaitlyn Cavalancia for the gifted copy, I loved it!
I'll Pretend You're Mine by Tashie Bhuiyan
4.0
This was a cute young adult romance. This book follows singer, Summer and actor, Jules as the fake date for a PR stunt. Summer deals with so much in this romance story as she struggles with anxiety, abusive parents and her sexuality. I loved the complexity of the characters and how it added so much more to this coming of age romance.
Read this if you like:
π Fake dating
π Celebrity fmc & mmc
π Mental health reps
π Lgbt reps
Thank you to Harper Collins for the gifted arc.