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minerva_library's Reviews (83)
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I still remember the confusion when this book first came out after waiting for it only to realize that there was no Percy Jackson to be seen in this entire book. Not only was he not in this book, he was missing. It was a revelation that yes, bummed me out, and yes, slowed my progress on this book a little as I recall from YEARS ago. But I still really liked Jason, Leo, and Piper. Rick Riordan writes exciting stories, exciting heroes and his ability and dedication to writing diverse characters after this book has come out. I didn't enjoy this book as much as I enjoyed the sequel to this title - Son of Neptune - but I loved seeing Camp Half-Blood from new eyes again. It's hard being introduced to new characters in a book series that's already established but Riordan did that well.
adventurous
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Avoided reading these books for years for no reason mostly because animals as the main characters didn't interest me but my new job working in the library encouraged me to broaden my literary horizon even among children's books and it's a shame I didn't read these sooner but I absolutely loved reading this book now.
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I read this middle-grade series back in middle school (or early high school) but don't remember completing it. Currently re-reading the series and I forgot how much I enjoyed these books!
adventurous
dark
funny
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A coworker recommended this title knowing I enjoy Sci-Fi novels and this was the perfect blend of comedy - with murderbot's internal narration breaking up tense moments - and action packed sequences of space exploration - which as a long time fan of Star Trek and Syfy's Dark Matter - I loved.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I probably have read this as a kid but like much I read as I kid that wasn't my diehard favorites I can't recall. This however was delightful and I could even feel my eyes getting wet towards the end of this award winner favorite. I also appreciated the Afterward from the author noting a change in the book since first published.
Content Warnings
Minor: Alcoholism, Death of parent
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Pack Plus Three reads very much like a hallmark movie- if hallmark did omegaverse novels. Pack Plus Three is a omegaverse (why choose) HEA-guaranteed low angst novel with none of the threats being overly dangerous or long-lasting. The relationships in the book (partly due to the genre) are very much love at first sight. There were some moments like when Daisy’s apartment got broken into - that felt resolved too quickly or out of place as it didn’t come back later to mean anything significant. It merely proved to be a plot-pusher to get Daisy to move into the pack house.
The ending(a HEA heat) is pretty common for the genre but it’s not overdone in this moment. It’s satisfying as it solidifies Daisy’s relationship with Nate (the most contentious of the relationship due to his past trauma) while still giving space to her relationships with Devon and Jeremy. It was fast in the way that there was no fast forward or any indication of their future besides the intimate ending. - which felt a bit abrupt.
However, the author’s books are standalones in a connected universe (like Jackson being on the same Hockey team as the Alphas from Melisa Huxley’s other book “Packed in the Penakty Box”) so it’s possible we’ll see more of Daisy’s new family in the follow-up books.
The ending
However, the author’s books are standalones in a connected universe (like Jackson being on the same Hockey team as the Alphas from Melisa Huxley’s other book “Packed in the Penakty Box”) so it’s possible we’ll see more of Daisy’s new family in the follow-up books.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Pregnancy
Moderate: Chronic illness
Minor: Death, Toxic relationship, Medical content, Car accident
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
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
I was pleased with the ending of this book, even if it was expected in a way.
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I've been on a light novel kick lately reading many of the "villainess" stories but I really enjoyed the spirit aspect of this book. It reminded me of The Golden Compass companions, and other manga surrounding spirits and yokai. Within this premise, it was the classic case of female lead having underdevolped powers but otherwise competent if not for their worthless ex-fiancé.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Body horror, Violence
Minor: Abandonment
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book surrounds the upcoming nuptials of Prince Arnold and Lady Rishe and those that Lady Rishe knew in her fifth life.
I really enjoyed the complex plotting of Rishe’s knowledge of Raul and her history as a hunter. The growing interactions between Prince Arnold and Rishe were so sweet too as both of them become comfortable asking more of the other.
Book 4 was probably my favorite one as of reading, with the relationship between Lady Harriet, Raul, Rishe and Arnold being at center stage.
I really enjoyed the complex plotting of Rishe’s knowledge of Raul and her history as a hunter. The growing interactions between Prince Arnold and Rishe were so sweet too as both of them become comfortable asking more of the other.
Book 4 was probably my favorite one as of reading, with the relationship between Lady Harriet, Raul, Rishe and Arnold being at center stage.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
From Villainess to Healer reminded me a lot of Sword Art Online - drawing on the main character’s love and incredible knowledge of the world they awakened in.
Charlotte, daughter of a high noble family, has been exiled from her home country after the crown prince has dissolved their engagement. Originally a Dark Mage, in her old life she was an accomplished MMO player who preferred the Healer class. So now calling herself Sharon - she decides to follow a new path in life and enjoy being an exiled noble now adventurer as a Healer.
Charlotte, daughter of a high noble family, has been exiled from her home country after the crown prince has dissolved their engagement. Originally a Dark Mage, in her old life she was an accomplished MMO player who preferred the Healer class. So now calling herself Sharon - she decides to follow a new path in life and enjoy being an exiled noble now adventurer as a Healer.