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House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- 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
Freaking Amazing twist and turns you just wouldn`t expect at all. There as so many hidden bomb in the story, where you will just gasp for a minutt, trying to wrap your brain around and connecting the dods together.
I will mention some small spoilers that doesn`t necessarily spoile anythng, but can change your reaction or hint on what to come in the book and don`t really recommend continuing reading from her on. If you haven`t already read the book.
<Small spoiler>
I also loved and hated how SJM had me belive something else was gonna happen, when turns out she was just teasing us all along. When you read many book, watch shows and movies there will be those typical sign that gonna tell you something that gonna happen. And SJM used them well, you would find those sign think you what gonna happen, and then bom. You were wrong. Only I never been happier about being wrong. hahaa.
However another thing that is the reason this book is not getting a 5 stars, it because SJM did something I hate when author does it. And that when something that we alle have been wating for or know is clearly gonna happen, gets prolonged. Like: kissing, more adult stuff, reunion and and stuff like, sometime even death. It just do not like it when it get prolonged like that. I just wanna scream get done with it already. Now I know some of you like it even as far love it when author do so. Because when it finally happens, it like the best ting. And at that sometimes I like it too, if the author does it right. But other time I just hate it, especially if the author tease us with it. Which is I kinda felt SJM did her. As to why this book doesn`t get 5 stars.
Other than that, this was a amazing book. And I can`t for the next.
I will mention some small spoilers that doesn`t necessarily spoile anythng, but can change your reaction or hint on what to come in the book and don`t really recommend continuing reading from her on. If you haven`t already read the book.
<Small spoiler>
I also loved and hated how SJM had me belive something else was gonna happen, when turns out she was just teasing us all along. When you read many book, watch shows and movies there will be those typical sign that gonna tell you something that gonna happen. And SJM used them well, you would find those sign think you what gonna happen, and then bom. You were wrong. Only I never been happier about being wrong. hahaa.
However another thing that is the reason this book is not getting a 5 stars, it because SJM did something I hate when author does it. And that when something that we alle have been wating for or know is clearly gonna happen, gets prolonged. Like: kissing, more adult stuff, reunion and and stuff like, sometime even death. It just do not like it when it get prolonged like that. I just wanna scream get done with it already. Now I know some of you like it even as far love it when author do so. Because when it finally happens, it like the best ting. And at that sometimes I like it too, if the author does it right. But other time I just hate it, especially if the author tease us with it. Which is I kinda felt SJM did her. As to why this book doesn`t get 5 stars.
Other than that, this was a amazing book. And I can`t for the next.
King of Scars by Leigh Bardugo
adventurous
challenging
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
4.0
This book is a mix between Shadow and Bone trilogy and the Six of Crow duology. Really enjoyed it, and is exited to read the next book.
Death Do Us Part by Miranda Grant
fast-paced
2.75
I am very much in conflict of how I want to rate this book. Was it good. Yes. Was it bad. Yes. It`s like I can`t really decide if it bad or not.
It started really good. Found the first 20 pages bizzar and found. I would just stop for a moment and go, "What did I just read." Finiding it so hilarious. I never expected to read a sentence like that in a book.
Howere as I contiue on, it became more like a wattpad story. And I actually started not to like the male lead and really dislike the female lead. They just at some point annoyed me, maybe it was because of the plot. If it hadn`t been for them wanting to kill each other. Which was dissapointing because the killing plot was one of the main reason why I bought it.
As for the side character. LOVE THEM. And because of that I`m actually considering buying the second book, because I wanna see more of the side characters and their story.
It started really good. Found the first 20 pages bizzar and found. I would just stop for a moment and go, "What did I just read." Finiding it so hilarious. I never expected to read a sentence like that in a book.
Howere as I contiue on, it became more like a wattpad story. And I actually started not to like the male lead and really dislike the female lead. They just at some point annoyed me, maybe it was because of the plot. If it hadn`t been for them wanting to kill each other. Which was dissapointing because the killing plot was one of the main reason why I bought it.
As for the side character. LOVE THEM. And because of that I`m actually considering buying the second book, because I wanna see more of the side characters and their story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller
It's a fast read. A typical YA book. Do think this was more directed to younger audiences around 13-15 years old, rather than to me that is 21 years old.
Would I recommend this? Not likely, but maybe to someone that is around 13-15 years old, or if someone wished for an easy and fast read.
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The concept of the book was interesting. But the book itself was a little bleh.
Alessandra plan was to
Alessandra plan was to
- Woo the Shadow King
- Marry him
- Kill him and take the throne.
You can probably already guess what happened instead. And it didn`t sit right with me how the time-space through the book was only 2 months.
Now there were things I actually like about the book.
Now there were things I actually like about the book.
- Side characters that were part of the LGBTQ community
- Women in high positions, like part of the king council without having to be married into it.
- The discussion on not shaming women for not being a virgin before the wedding. And allowed to have lovers. And there were ways to prevent pregnancy.
- Politicals matters were being discussed and finding solutions to problems the country was facing. (That is not just an easy fix. But plans that would take time and patient.)
- And of course Demodocus the dog.
It's a fast read. A typical YA book. Do think this was more directed to younger audiences around 13-15 years old, rather than to me that is 21 years old.
Would I recommend this? Not likely, but maybe to someone that is around 13-15 years old, or if someone wished for an easy and fast read.
A Touch of Ruin by Scarlett St. Clair
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.25
I would like to begin by apologizing to the author. Sorry but this book was not for me.
I enjoyed the first one but the second one. A big no for me.
Never been a big fan of too much drama. Definitely not the one you almost always find in Wattpad stories. It is like the author just took all the clichè "how to make unnecessary drama" in one book.
(SPOILER WARNING!!!!)
Ex- shows up (checked)
Breaking a promise (checked)
Death of a loved one and get angry for the has the power to bring them back but doesn`t (checked)
Going behind his back and breaking a promise again (checked)
Looks like he cheating, but wasn`t. (checked)
Getting kidnapped. (checked)
Every time you think they have finally gotten through it. Bome, a new problem comes. I wanted to DNF the book so bad because of that.
I wished the book had been more about Persephone's struggles with her power and learning how to use them. And her talking and going through her trauma. Because both of these two we barely got to see in the book, and for me, that would have made the book more enjoyable to read.
However, if you do enjoy drama like this, and are a big fan of Wattpad stories. This book will be perfect for you. We all have different tastes, and just because I didn`t like the book, doesn`t mean others won`t enjoy it. Some might see this book as their favorite book.
I enjoyed the first one but the second one. A big no for me.
Never been a big fan of too much drama. Definitely not the one you almost always find in Wattpad stories. It is like the author just took all the clichè "how to make unnecessary drama" in one book.
(SPOILER WARNING!!!!)
Ex- shows up (checked)
Breaking a promise (checked)
Death of a loved one and get angry for the has the power to bring them back but doesn`t (checked)
Going behind his back and breaking a promise again (checked)
Looks like he cheating, but wasn`t. (checked)
Getting kidnapped. (checked)
Every time you think they have finally gotten through it. Bome, a new problem comes. I wanted to DNF the book so bad because of that.
I wished the book had been more about Persephone's struggles with her power and learning how to use them. And her talking and going through her trauma. Because both of these two we barely got to see in the book, and for me, that would have made the book more enjoyable to read.
However, if you do enjoy drama like this, and are a big fan of Wattpad stories. This book will be perfect for you. We all have different tastes, and just because I didn`t like the book, doesn`t mean others won`t enjoy it. Some might see this book as their favorite book.
That Time I Got Drunk and Saved a Demon by Kimberly Lemming
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
4.5
Definitely gonna be one of my comfort read. It cute, short and funny. But I still managed to feel like there was a lot of story told in a short amount of pages. And the romance and spicy was a nice addition.
The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic by Leigh Bardugo
dark
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The tales in this book were amazing. Really enjoyed the book, definitely recommend it.
Something else you should know.
A secret of The Darling gets revealed in this book.
So if you wish to know, you know what to do.
Something else you should know.
A secret of The Darling gets revealed in this book.
So if you wish to know, you know what to do.
The Library of the Unwritten by A.J. Hackwith
adventurous
informative
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
Who said being a Librarian was easy, has clearly never worked in a Libary. Especially not in the Libary of Hell, where character escapes their books to find their author. (Which never ends well btw) This is where Clarie comes in, the librarian of Hell's library. As normal librarians do, Claire organizes and keeps records on the books they have, puts them back after they get borrowed, and so on. The difference however is that most Librarians don`t have to hunt down characters that escape their books.
On her way to get back a character to its book, she and her companions discover missing pages of Lucifer's book is on earth, and if they do not find them, before the others, there will be a war between Heaven and Hell.
This book has multi-point-of-view in the story. I cannot stress this enough the characters are amazing. Plot twists I did not see coming. Quotes on every chapter that was created by the Author herself, that I just love reading.
Definitely recommend putting this on your TBR list.
On her way to get back a character to its book, she and her companions discover missing pages of Lucifer's book is on earth, and if they do not find them, before the others, there will be a war between Heaven and Hell.
This book has multi-point-of-view in the story. I cannot stress this enough the characters are amazing. Plot twists I did not see coming. Quotes on every chapter that was created by the Author herself, that I just love reading.
Definitely recommend putting this on your TBR list.
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
challenging
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
It`s written like a classic with a beautiful writing style. I should definitely see this book becoming a classic in years to come. Like how The song of Achilles is already a part of Bloomsbury's modern classics collection.
However since it is written the way it is, I can easily see and understand that this can become a boring read for some. It took some time for me to get into the story before I got to the point where I couldn`t put it down. Until I couldn`t stop reading before I reach the end. I got hooked even tho I found the story boring compared to the other book I read because I found it so beautiful and real in many ways. And I found out after reading this, that is exactly what I needed. And also helped me get out of my reading slump.
I give it a 4 because I miss the diversity, the lack of non-western cultures that the Author could have included. Even tho I can see the reason behind why the author didn`t include non-western cultures, the main character is already experiencing the struggle of being a woman in western society. However if the main character was a man, the story could and would probably be a lot different.
If you looking for action, diversity, and stories about other cultures this is not the book for you. But if you wish for beautifully written texts, an inspiring and reflecting story, this is the book for you.
Hope this review helps. <3
However since it is written the way it is, I can easily see and understand that this can become a boring read for some. It took some time for me to get into the story before I got to the point where I couldn`t put it down. Until I couldn`t stop reading before I reach the end. I got hooked even tho I found the story boring compared to the other book I read because I found it so beautiful and real in many ways. And I found out after reading this, that is exactly what I needed. And also helped me get out of my reading slump.
I give it a 4 because I miss the diversity, the lack of non-western cultures that the Author could have included. Even tho I can see the reason behind why the author didn`t include non-western cultures, the main character is already experiencing the struggle of being a woman in western society. However if the main character was a man, the story could and would probably be a lot different.
If you looking for action, diversity, and stories about other cultures this is not the book for you. But if you wish for beautifully written texts, an inspiring and reflecting story, this is the book for you.
Hope this review helps. <3
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
If you want a good cry and an amazing book, this is the book.
I cried myself to sleep after I read this. The last 100 pages truly broke me, in so many ways.
What made me truly love this book is how it shows that love is not just fluff and roses, but also hard, emotional, and hurtful. It made me both wish for love and fear it.
I am still in conflict with myself over this book. I want to give it a 5 for being amazing but also a 3. There are things in the book I found too convenient in the story. But going to looks past it because it's been a long since a book had made me cry so much as this one did.
This book talks about an important topic that there is much discussion about and that many have mixed feelings about. So, it is understandable why some people might ending up not liking this book.
However strongly recommend giving this book a chance.
I cried myself to sleep after I read this. The last 100 pages truly broke me, in so many ways.
What made me truly love this book is how it shows that love is not just fluff and roses, but also hard, emotional, and hurtful. It made me both wish for love and fear it.
I am still in conflict with myself over this book. I want to give it a 5 for being amazing but also a 3. There are things in the book I found too convenient in the story. But going to looks past it because it's been a long since a book had made me cry so much as this one did.
This book talks about an important topic that there is much discussion about and that many have mixed feelings about. So, it is understandable why some people might ending up not liking this book.
However strongly recommend giving this book a chance.