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396 reviews

Deep End by Ali Hazelwood

challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

3.5

I went into this book with no expectations and I wasn't disappointed. I enjoyed it, but won't recommend it to anyone or reread it ever. I enjoyed the characters, I loved Lucas, and identified with Scarlett a lot. The spice spiced in all the right places. And this was enjoyable, and I did love the cameos of certain characters! 

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective 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

This is like the third or fourth time I've reread this. And each time it does not disappoint. I feel like I catch more things with each reread. Man I love this world and these characters.

Scythe & Sparrow by Brynne Weaver

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective sad 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

This was such a wild ride. But I loved Fionn and Rose so so much! The audiobook was so well done! I loved the plot and the way the characters came together and found love and more importantly healed. I also think I love cotton candy more now than I did before, iykyk. Sad this series is over but can't wait for the author's next book! 

Here and Now by Corinne Michaels

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious 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

Thank you to the author and Valentine PR for an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. Miles and Penelope. They are my new favorite couple. And Miles is SO book boyfriend material. I really wish I had a Miles in my life! This was such a great slow burn, and I loved how their relationship developed and unfolded. I loved how Miles loved Kai just as much if not more than he loved Penny. And I wish I had so much more of them! 

Between the Pines by Amber Palmer

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious sad 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

4.5

Thank you to the author for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Man oh man I loved this book. From how they met and their romance blossomed, to how it unfolded. I think Josie and Lincoln were so perfect for each other, so balanced! I love her sisters and I can't wait to see what comes next in this world! 

Reckless Love by Willow Aster

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.5

Man I loved this book. And Rhodes archer is my new book boyfriend! I loved this friends to lovers story. I thought they came together perfectly and I was glad there was no third act breakup! I can't wait for the next book in the series! 

Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective sad 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

5.0

Man oh man! This was a wild ride and I'm so sad it's over! And almost want to reread it already. There was a lot of building onto the established world and characters. There were some things I predicted, things I didn't, and things that made me go oh my good. I'm not sure where the author is going with the next book but can't wait! 

Dust Storm by Maggie C. Gates

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

3.5

This was my first book by the author and I found her on TikTok. I'm glad I gave the author a chance because I do love the world she's created, and the characters. I will say I did struggle with the FMC at first. Now I'm all for a black cat FMC, being the grouchiest and grumpiest with her mmc. But I did not really like how she was with the mmc's daughters at first. But as the story developed, and she grew closer to the family things changed. I'm very excited to see where the series goes from here. 

God of Malice by Rina Kent

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful mysterious reflective 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

4.5

Boy oh boy. I loved this book so much. I loved glyndon and killian. Absolutely loved the world and the side characters. I loved how dark and raunchy this was, and how the main characters came together. There were twists I didn't see coming! Can't wait to read the rest of the series! 

Knot Your Damn Omega by Devyn Sinclair

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective 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

4.0

This was my first book by the author, and it was one of the better omegaverse books I've read in a while. I really loved Esme, and I don't think I can pick a favorite from her pack. The only thing I didn't like was the nickname baby girl. I also really didn't like the girl's mother and thought Esme forgave her too quickly. I can't wait to read the other books in this series and more from this author!