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62 reviews
Life, the Universe and Everything by Douglas Adams
slow-paced
3.0
I am sure if I understood cricket I might enjoy this more. But my least favorite Douglas Adams book I have read so far
So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish by Douglas Adams
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Like Wind Against Rock by Nancy Kim
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity, Death of parent, and Cancer
Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I really adore this book. I find Eleanor relatable and interesting. I love stories that go through every day life, also how she handles trauma.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuse, and Child death
Circe by Madeline Miller
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
The Secret Talker by Geling Yan
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gaslighting, Xenophobia, Toxic relationship, Stalking, and Misogyny
Black Delphinium by Fauna Lewis
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
My comfort read! A new take on vampire romance. The characters were all so loveable. Excellent imagery used.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape
The Grey by Fauna Lewis
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Such a great read! Make sure to read "Black Delphinium" first. A wonderful take on the teen vampire romance. Witty and magical.
The Bright Side of Going Dark by Kelly Harms
slow-paced
0.5
I did not like this book. It was supposed to be 2 sided but the "influencer" was so bland and 'the world revolves around me'. It gave graphic details with no warning
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Death, and Animal death