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Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Not adding a review due to St Martin Prese Boycott for Accountability
Magilumiere Co. Ltd., Chapters 5-13 by Sekka Iwata, Yu Aoki
funny
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? No
3.0
Magilumiere Co. Ltd., Chapters 1-4 by Sekka Iwata, Yu Aoki, 岩田 雪花, 青木 裕
funny
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? No
3.0
The Essence of Being a Muse, Vol. 3 by 文野紋, Aya Fumino
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
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
4.5
The end. So quick yet so sweet.
Again, there's a sense that too many things are happening but because the character is Miyuu it made sense. She is scared, indecisive, not to mention her low self esteem.
But all of these volumes and especially the third one have showed a Miyuu Seno that has come to love herself and made the reader fall in love with her.
The ending could considered too idealistic where everything wraps up nicely but I loved it.
A great short read all in all.
Again, there's a sense that too many things are happening but because the character is Miyuu it made sense. She is scared, indecisive, not to mention her low self esteem.
But all of these volumes and especially the third one have showed a Miyuu Seno that has come to love herself and made the reader fall in love with her.
The ending could considered too idealistic where everything wraps up nicely but I loved it.
A great short read all in all.
Content Warnings
Minor: Infidelity and Bullying
The bullying is only mentioned in passing.
The Essence of Being a Muse, Vol. 2 by 文野紋, Aya Fumino
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This volume was very quick, viceral, honest and just raw.
Miyuu has gotten out of her mom's control and now she has rediscover a self that she act ally likes and also relearn how to life live and r. A life where she learns how to stay afloat when things don't work out. She at a phase where every descision feels like a mistake.
It was very relatable. I could imagine myself in her shoes. I'm also loving how the author dedicates small chapters to side characters taking the time to show some insight on how these people tick inside or where they've been from and how they got to now. This part did feel too fast paced at first but story wise it really did make sense.
Miyuu has gotten out of her mom's control and now she has rediscover a self that she act ally likes and also relearn how to life live and r. A life where she learns how to stay afloat when things don't work out. She at a phase where every descision feels like a mistake.
It was very relatable. I could imagine myself in her shoes. I'm also loving how the author dedicates small chapters to side characters taking the time to show some insight on how these people tick inside or where they've been from and how they got to now. This part did feel too fast paced at first but story wise it really did make sense.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Sexism and Vomit
The Essence of Being a Muse, Vol. 1 by 文野紋, Aya Fumino
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The starting. It's not too bad. I also really like the way the side character's story is explored but doesn't feel rushed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Death of parent
There's also lack of consent
The House Witch by Delemhach
Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
Needs heavy editing. Very badly edited.
Eva Evergreen, Semi-Magical Witch by Julie Abe
Did not finish book. Stopped at 8%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 8%.
Cliche villains and bullying
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Child abuse
A Strange and Stubborn Endurance by Foz Meadows
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this. Lovely romance especially since I love seeing healthy romances.
However. I have to say that plot wise it could have been more clever. There's comparisons of two different cultures one that forbids lgbtq folks' existence and the other that embraces.
The good part about this other culture that is, Tithenai's culture, lots of diversity lots, more emotionally healthy folks, freedom of expression etc.
My dissatisfaction comes with the political aspect. The system is still hierarchical. There isn't much light shed on how freedom of expression would work alongside with governance in a system where ranks and orders still exist and I feel like a very fun opportunity for something that could have been cleverly crafted was missed. Yes there's the sequel but considering the plot of this book I was left quite disappointed at the final reveal.
However. I have to say that plot wise it could have been more clever. There's comparisons of two different cultures one that forbids lgbtq folks' existence and the other that embraces.
The good part about this other culture that is, Tithenai's culture, lots of diversity lots, more emotionally healthy folks, freedom of expression etc.
My dissatisfaction comes with the political aspect. The system is still hierarchical. There isn't much light shed on how freedom of expression would work alongside with governance in a system where ranks and orders still exist and I feel like a very fun opportunity for something that could have been cleverly crafted was missed. Yes there's the sequel but considering the plot of this book I was left quite disappointed at the final reveal.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Rape, and Suicide attempt
The book also includes graphic warnings so whoever needs it should check those out.
Rifqa by Mohammed El-Kurd
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
3rd March 2024:
Rifqa is a poetry collection where if you read with the intention to connect and understand the verses gently guide you through the eyes of the people mentioned in them. From the chants of revolution outside a hospital, to the farewell of Palestine's Jasmine, each word is heavier than a mountain.
Final Rating: 5/5
Rifqa is a poetry collection where if you read with the intention to connect and understand the verses gently guide you through the eyes of the people mentioned in them. From the chants of revolution outside a hospital, to the farewell of Palestine's Jasmine, each word is heavier than a mountain.
Final Rating: 5/5
Content Warnings
This is a book depicting people's lives through a genocide. Any amount of trigger warnings would not be enough.