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400 reviews

Wild River by Laura Pavlov

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful lighthearted 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

Laura Pavlov does not disappoint! I fell in love and devoured her cottonwood cove series. And then began reading the magnolia falls series. And I'm so disappointed I waited this long to read this book! Can't wait for the other books in the series! 

Funny Story by Emily Henry

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• 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

Oh man! This may be my favorite emily Henry book to date! I loved the two main characters and what originally brings them together. I love the trope in this book and how it all comes together in the end. I would say Daphne makes the most progress as a character to work through the trauma and issues she has and I loved her journey a lot. And miles is just great, definitely book boyfriend material! 

All Rhodes Lead Here by Mariana Zapata

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• 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

Mariana zapata doesn't disappoint! This book was amazing and the audiobook was done so well! I laughed and kicked my feet at the cute moments, teared up and got emotional at the sad ones. I didn't want this to end!

The Lies We Steal by Monty Jay

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

I wasn't sure I was going to like this book cause I'm picky with dark romance. And it was touch and go for a bit there. But I was intrigued by the characters and the mystery. I'll be interested in reading the other books and where the series goes from here. 

Brutal Obsession by S. Massery
Did not finish book. Stopped at 31%.

Did not like the slumber party fuck fest between the two main characters that was not consensual 

Mad Love by Willow Aster

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• 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 and Valentine PR for an arc, in exchange for an honest review. Omg I have found a new autobuy author for me! This was my first willow aster book and it did not disappoint! I loved the characters and this world. Both of the main characters deal with a lot of tough issues but I feel like it was handled extremely well. I loved all of the side characters in this story, and loved that there was no third act breakup. I cannot wait to read more of her books! 

Filthy Rich Vampire by Geneva Lee

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• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I loved this book. It is perfect for anyone who loved the vampire diaries and originals, and the wb/cw shows in the 2000's. I loved the characters and the world. One thing I was getting annoyed with, I know we as the reader are finding things out along with the FMC but I needed the MMC to be more honest and forthcoming with her about things and not keep her in the dark so much. I'm a little angry at the ending but know it is setting things up for there to be conflict in the next book, but I wish we weren't left with so many questions and instead got some answers I'll be interested in where the author goes with the next book. 

Just For the Summer by Abby Jimenez

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• 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! I loved the characters, and the situations they were thrown into. Loved how they recognized their trauma - even if it took some characters a while to do that. But I think the way they dealt with that was healthy! Another great book by Abby Jimenez! Can't wait to see what she'll write next! 

Bright Lights & Summer Nights by Kat Singleton

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• 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

Thank you to the author and Valentine PR for an arc copy in exchange for an honest review.  I enjoyed this book a lot, and feel like it was a good way to end the series. There were so many funny and cute moments, and had me laughing out loud from the beginning. I thought the book lagged a little in the middle but picked up toward the end. I think there was a lot of growth from Emma, and I think we can all learn a lesson from her to love ourselves for who we are. Preston is book boyfriend material for sure! I'm sad to say goodbye to this world and these characters but can't wait for more books from the author. 

Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver

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• 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. It was just as good as book one. And has me salivating for book three! Also I can't look at pizza and beer the same way again. I hope the author will write more books in this genre!