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324 reviews
The Stars Are Dying by Chloe C. Peñaranda
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
The Stars are Dying... as well as my attention span throughout this book at times. It has the bones of a great plot but drawls on and on at various places. Just when I would think "ok let's DNR," another carrot on a stick would nudge me to read another chapter. Overall, I'm glad I stuck with it. The story was decent but hits lulls at times. Characters were well written. I'll read book 2.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Gaslighting
A Talent for Murder by Peter Swanson
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Decent mystery/murder plotline, but the characters' 'voices' all felt very similar.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Infidelity, and Murder
Immortal Consequences by I.V. Marie
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
School after you kick the bucket? That literally is the definition of purgatory in this new twist on dark academia. Steeped with blood, magic, betrayal, and dark corridors of secrets...this book was a wild ride from cover to cover.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Blood, Grief, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
The Prince Without Sorrow by Maithree Wijesekara
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
3.5 stars: An immersive tale of rich world building and political intrigue. The characters were so deep and full of emotion. Written in dual POV. Creative magic system. Loved the winged serpents!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Death, Blood, Grief, and Death of parent
The Meadowbrook Murders by Jessica Goodman
dark
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Standard cookie cutter murder mystery novel. Wish there was more character development.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
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
How does this series keep getting better and better with each new installment? I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. Also, I loved Ridoc's witty lines in this book so much. 😍
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Blood, Grief, and Death of parent
Her Soul to Take: Limited Special Edition: A Paranormal Dark Academia Romance by Harley Laroux
dark
mysterious
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
5.0
Demons, witches, and elder gods...oh my! This supernatural spicy read was sizziling as well as had an interesting plot.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing, Death, Drug use, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Alcohol
The Lesser Key of Solomon by S.L. MacGregor Mathers, Aleister Crowley
informative
slow-paced
3.0
I'll be honest. I ended up here after a deep dive into Helluva Boss lore.
The Legend of Meneka by Kritika H. Rao
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
An imaginative and rich story involving Hindu mythology. It was immerse and had me on the edge of my seat. The characters were so well written.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
The Last Great Heir by Carina Finn
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Interesting idea, but not executed well. Characters left very blank and forgettable.