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169 reviews

Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber

adventurous dark emotional funny mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I devoured this book in a day. I listened to the audiobook version which made it easier. This story hit all the right tropes for me.. there was angst, pining, mystery, and plenty of twists. I am a sucker for morally grey fictional men and Jacks ticks all the right boxes for it. The plot was engaging and fun! No spice but some slow burning action ❤️
i plan on finishing this trilogy this month now. I'm hooked

One Night In Foxbrooke by Evie Alexander

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Smitten with the Best Man by Piper Rayne

emotional funny 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

4.0

This Is Your Destiny: Using Astrology To Manifest Your Best Life by Aliza Kelly

informative medium-paced

5.0

If you are interested in learning more about how you can use Astrology to self reflect and manifest a life more attuned with  your inner sense of self/purpose, I recommend you read this. Aliza provides easy to follow manifestation tips and tools to change your reality. 

The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really enjoyed Book 1, the final empire, so naturally I wanted to read this book. In book 1 the relationship/romance aspect wasn't as heavy as it tried to be in book 2. I have to admit I felt zero chemistry between the love interests. I never felt convinced or invested in making sure their relationship works which made the ending lack the punch I wish it could have had.

Romance plot aside, looking at this from a strictly fantasy lens, I loved it. The world is so rich and interesting. Learning more about the other creatures, more about Allomancy and Feurochemy and more about the religions and prophecies were the best parts of the story. 

This story has just confirmed with my that for myself romance in fantasy needs to be all or nothing. It needs to be intense or it needs to not have any stake in the overall plot.

Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Cute little story. A fun spin on the classic fairy tales

Frankenstein: Or the Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley

dark emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Dr Frankenstein is an asshole.
The monster has better communication skills than most people I know.

Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman

adventurous funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I wasn't very familiar with Norse mythology and found these stories to be very entertaining. I always loved learning Greek/Roman myths so I was excited to expand my knowledge.

How to Accidentally Summon A Demon by Scarlett Philips

funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig

adventurous emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I loved this duology. The vibes were immaculate, the magic system was unique and the love and friendship among the characters was felt so keenly. I cried towards the ending. I didn't want to say goodbye 😭