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53 reviews

Off to the Races by Elsie Silver

emotional funny lighthearted medium-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? No

4.5

This book had me sobbing multiple times throughout. The love between a girl and her horse hit me right in the feelings. It was a great read and I’m so excited to continue this series. 

Filthy Truth by Serena Akeroyd

dark emotional medium-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? Yes

3.75

While I am so sad to see this series end be forewarned that this is a long book. I definitely should have kept notes throughout the other books in this universe because there was times where there was names I was confused about and moments in time I could recall learning about previously but needed a refresher. I loved seeing Conor and Star get their happy ending as they do deserve the most happiness. Would have loved to see more moments of them as a family! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Gore, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Slavery, and Trafficking

Songs and Sweethearts by Heather Long

emotional medium-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

3.75

I love Frankie and the boys don’t get me wrong. But by the time I’ve reached book 10, I wondered what else could happen in their world. I do think this series could be shorter and this book could have been shorter as well.

I’m really curious to see how the whole band thing works out because it’s not Frankies dream but it seems to be Ians.

I am curious to see how the last two books will end up!