Scan barcode
laurelconover's reviews
133 reviews
Ladies in Black by Madeleine St. John
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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? N/A
4.5
An absolutely lovely read, pleasant, charming and wholesome!
Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
The Rehearsals by Annette Christie
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Jane Austen Cover to Cover: 200 Years of Classic Book Covers by Margaret C. Sullivan
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
4.5
Honestly, I wish there had been more pictures but overall this was very informative and a fun read! would recommend it for any Jane Austen fan looking to see how her books have evolved over the years.
As Old as Time by Liz Braswell
there is somewhat graphic depictions of violence and torture towards the late middle/end of the book to be aware of
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? No
4.25
I wasn't expecting this story to be as complex (in a good way!) As it was but there was adventure, mystery, intrigue, an interesting twist on a Disney tale with a surprisingly dark underbelly that felt like a full and well done story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Blood, Body horror, Death, and Injury/Injury detail
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn
funny
lighthearted
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
4.5
I absolutely loved the humor of the book and the tropes and plot were basic enough that they were comfortable to read but still interesting and had you reading to get to the next bit.
The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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? No
5.0
#Entry Level Boss: How to Get Any Job You Want by Alexa Shoen
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.5
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-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
4.75
Tiger's Curse by Colleen Houck
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
It feels very white savior-y, the MC who is supposed to read as 18 reads a lot closer 16 or 14, the romance is strangely forced in both the get together and 'break up' but there were some interesting ideas and plot elements that were sadly overshadowed by how cliché much of the characters act.