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107 reviews

The Nanny by Lana Ferguson

funny lighthearted medium-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

3.0

It was a cute story. I had a good time reading it but wished for just a little more. A little more development of the characters and a little more emotional drawl. Overall, it was cute, enjoyable, and fun. Also spicy- would rate 4/5

Fangirl Down by Tessa Bailey

funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

5.0

Oh my gosh, another "whole in one" from Tessa Bailey (I'm not sorry about the golf pun). I loved the two MCs and their dynamic was great. Always here for open communication and even the main conflict had it in spades. Lovely. I had to physically put the book down on multiple occasions to scream in laughter. Overall it was an extremely enjoyable read. Would definitely recommend. 

Daughter of No Worlds by Carissa Broadbent

adventurous emotional 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? It's complicated

4.5

Amazing introduction to this world. I am very much invested and am looking forward to book 2!

The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang

emotional funny lighthearted 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

Such a cute book. I love how the FMC is neurodivergent and how it realistically plays a role in the story. It depicts the spectrum in an accurate way that does not take away from the FMCs power. Also, the MMC is so sweet. And you can't go wrong with the stereotypical role reversals. Spice was a 3/5

Reckless by Lauren Roberts

emotional funny tense medium-paced

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

3.5

It was good. They handles the release of the tension from the end of book one well. The ending of this one was interested so I'm looking forward to seeing how the final book in the Trilogy ties up the story. 

Powerless by Lauren Roberts

emotional funny tense medium-paced

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

4.0

I am not ok. It ends with a misunderstanding and my heart is beating so fast. My anxiety can't take it. 
The book as a whole was good and the MCs are great, but that ending man. Stress inducing is putting it lightly - but that just means Schuster did a great job. Immediately starting Reckless because I need some sort of release. 

Can't Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne

lighthearted slow-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

3.0

Cute story with adventure thrown in aswell.
If you liked Legends and Lattes you'll like this one. 

Gwen and Art Are Not in Love by Lex Croucher

funny lighthearted slow-paced

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

3.0

Cute story but I struggled staying interested for the entirety. I can't exactly out into words why though. It was just missing some sort of 'umph' for me

Heartstopper Volume 1 by Alice Oseman

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.0

It's too cute
Every second is a good time and is a wonderful palette cleanser 

The Au Pair Affair by Tessa Bailey

emotional funny medium-paced

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

5.0

Burgess may be my favorite Tessa Bailey MMC I've read yet! Oh my word he was smooth. 
I really enjoyed this one! I definitely cackled a few times and the conflict gave me a visceral reaction and for a bit there I was no ok. Communication was top tier and Talluiah had such amazing character growth! As always for one of Tessa Bailey's creations- 10/10 would recommend