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49 reviews

Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage

funny inspiring lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This was such a super cute read! I liked how the reader was thrown straight into the story and its plot in the first pages and how the characters relationship blossomed through the book. I also liked how we got to see Emmy build her confidence again after her accident through the book, I just wish it was built upon a little more. All the characters were super loveable and I can't wait to read the next book in this universe!

The Institution by Helen Sarah Fields

dark mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This book was alright for me, however it definitely redeemed itself in the last 100 pages. I felt like the start of the book was slightly rushed with just a lot of information being shoved at the reader at once. I did however, like the deep dive chapters of all the inmates and their backstories. I also couldn't guess who the killer was until it was actually revealed to the reader which is good and it was very shocking to me!

Caraval by Stephanie Garber

adventurous challenging hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

At first I really couldn't get into this and just wasn't really liking it but from about page 200 I was gripped and only wanted to read more, not wanting to put it down. The world was beautiful and the concept of the game was amazing and I loved it. The characters were amazing (except their dad hate him so much) but I just thought maybe Scarlett was a little bit annoying towards the end (she'd been through a lot don't get me wrong just eh). Also that cliffhanger!!! I desperately need to read legendary now!

The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson

adventurous challenging dark hopeful mysterious sad tense medium-paced

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

5.0

This book absolutely lived up to my expectations! Yes, it started off a little slow but once it picked up I didn't want to put it down! I loved how the mystery kept getting deeper and deeper as I read on and how everything unfolded when it did. I also love the characters and really felt for them and the lives that they lived throughout. The ending was also perfect for me! 

Downforce by Hannah Lily

funny hopeful lighthearted sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I do love a good Motorsport romance but this was so cute!! I'm in love! I loved the characters from the first page and loved reading about them as the story progressed as well as their backstories/history in their family with the sport, both professional and not. I also loved how the story made mentions of women in Motorsport and the struggles and issues that they can face in the sport and how satisfying the ending of the book was for that. Also forced proximity!!!

The Reinvention of Lottie Potts by K. L. Crear

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing sad 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

4.25

This was for me just a nice cozy read. I loved the plot of reading Lottie grow into herself and gain more confidence in herself after everything she went through with Daniel. I also loved reading about her and Leo's relationship and how it progressed through the story. However, I just felt the ending for me was a bit abrupt and the book could have maybe been a bit longer as it still feels like more could be said.

Clementine, Book One by Tillie Walden

adventurous challenging dark hopeful sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.25

I loved Clem in the walking dead games so I had hope of liking this and it didn't disappoint. I loved reading about Clem's life as an older teenager, and seeing the things that were needing to be faced. I grew to love the characters in this and was wanting to see how everything was going to play out for them all. The ending also definitely crushed me 😭

Night Shift by Annie Crown

funny relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

1.0

I had high hopes for this book and was really looking forward to it, but sadly it just wasn't there whatsoever for me at any point. I cannot remember what the actual plot really was other than college students that are opposites have a lot of miscommunication then get together the last 50 pages. It never got my attention at any point and if anything it kind of put me into a slump and there were many times I debated dnfing but only read on cause it's so short

Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli

adventurous dark hopeful mysterious sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.25

I really wasn't expecting to like this as much as I did. At first the book just felt really slow and didn't engage me but as I continued it started to grip me and I started loving it so much that I didn't really want to put the book down! I loved the interactions between Rune and Gideon and reading about how their stories played out as well as reading about their lives and pasts.

Mile High by Liz Tomforde

challenging emotional funny lighthearted relaxing sad tense medium-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

5.0

I loved this book! It had me hooked from page 1 and I didn't want to put it down!! Zanders and Stevie's relationship was the cutest and I loved their dynamic straight from the start and how they spoke and acted around each other. I also loved how the book touched on the characters family issues as well as body issues throughout the book.