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14 reviews
The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Cancer, Car accident, and Alcohol
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
dark
tense
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? Yes
3.5
Sort of cringey, not a fantastically written book but a fun read nevertheless.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
The more I think about this book the more I dislike it. I’m surprised this series is as popular as it is considering nothing interesting happened for the first half of the book.
Also I wasn’t a huge fan of the characters if I’m being honest. Feyre annoyed me quite a bit as I feel like she made a lot of stupid decisions. I know it’s for advancement of the plot but she pissed me off nevertheless.
Would also like to add that the author used the terms “metallic tang” and “bowels turned watery” far too often.
Also I wasn’t a huge fan of the characters if I’m being honest. Feyre annoyed me quite a bit as I feel like she made a lot of stupid decisions. I know it’s for advancement of the plot but she pissed me off nevertheless.
Would also like to add that the author used the terms “metallic tang” and “bowels turned watery” far too often.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Vomit, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Animal death
Rogue Justice by Stacey Abrams
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Moderate: Gun violence and Violence
Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-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
4.0
While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I don’t think I’ve ever been more captivated by a book in my life. This mystery had me HOOKED, and not only was the plot amazing, but so were the characters. Avery, Jared, Noah, and Ling were all super likeable characters and made the book much more enjoyable.
My only complaint was that the book was a bit confusing at points and I did have to google some questions I was still left with at the very end.
My only complaint was that the book was a bit confusing at points and I did have to google some questions I was still left with at the very end.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Terminal illness, Violence, and Murder
The Woman Next Door by Yewande Omotoso
emotional
slow-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
3.0
Born a Crime: Stories From a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
I read this book before travelling to South Africa for field school. It was really helpful in learning about the lived experience of South Africans during apartheid and set me up with knowledge to reflect on while I learned and experienced things on my trip. Trevor Noah’s writing combines elements of humour and emotion in a way that blend seamlessly and make this biography such an enjoyable read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Gun violence
Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice
adventurous
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0