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236 reviews

A Hunger Like No Other by Kresley Cole

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adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated

3.0

Tread of Angels by Rebecca Roanhorse

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? No

4.0

Wow! What a thrilling fantasy read! After the really confusing start, I was hooked. There are plenty of unlikeable characters, but somehow, I came to emphasize with them. The writing and world building are incredible. 

I listened to this on audio, and I have to say this narrator is one of the best I've listened to. I particularly enjoyed it when he didn't turn into a chipmunk when I cranked up the speed. 

I'm definitely looking forward to more from both the author and narrator.
The Haunt by SamiJo McQuiston

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adventurous dark funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix

4.0

The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai

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emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

This was my first foray into Japanese literature, and it surely won't be my last! 

This is a tender and cozy story about reconnecting with the past and allowing yourself to move forward at the same time. All while being centered around delicious food. I LOVE books about food and how often it leads to fond memories with family and friends. 


The beautiful yet simple writing style really compliments the setting. The Kamogawa diner, from the outside, looks abandoned, but inside, you will find much more than a good meal.

I can't wait to read the next one!
Josh and Hazel's Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren

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medium-paced

2.0

I found Hazel to be incredibly  obnoxious. 
Under One Roof by Ali Hazelwood

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funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated

4.0

Once in a Blue Moon by M.A. Ramsay-Scales

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challenging dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix

2.5

I found this hard to rate. Still thinking on it. It had several tropes I absolutely do not like.
Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez

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emotional funny hopeful reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

The Fake Mate by Lana Ferguson

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fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0