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Truly Devious by Maureen Johnson
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A great fast-paced read. The book goes back and forth between the past and present to build the plot, which gives the reader an interesting depth to the story. The relationships feel rushed but had me wanting more of them. The murders that occur keep the plot refreshing, and I enjoyed the fact that you couldn't guess who the murderer was from the beginning.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Death, and Mental illness
Minor: Murder
Loveboat, Taipei by Abigail Hing Wen
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is an excellent read. It wasn't just a cute romance, it dealt with more mature themes, such as, trying to live up to expectations, and learning about a person's culture. I had never learned much about Chinese culture, much less, what LoveBoat is, so it was refreshing to not only learn something new but understand another person's viewpoint, like how they feel and handle things differently from me.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming and Xenophobia
Minor: Violence
Love & Luck by Jenna Evans Welch
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was a great read. This was a continuation of the first novel in the series, but focuses on Addie, instead of Lena. Also, unlike the first book, it doesn't focus on love/falling in love, rather overcoming heartbreak and realizing your "found family". Addie is getting over a heartbreak and is having a big fight with her brother. Addie finds herself on a road trip across Ireland with said brother and his Irish friend; all the while, she using a travel book for the heartbroken about Ireland to try and heal her heart. This book is very heartwarming and makes me yearn to travel to Ireland.
The Last of August by Brittany Cavallaro
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book is moderately fast-paced leading it to be an easy read. The storyline picks up after the first book, as it is the second in a series; it builds upon the storylines, characters, and backstories that were established in the first book. This book introduced a new mystery for Holmes and Watson to solve that still intertwines the already established characters. I appreciated the character's thoughts were written and expressed in an easy way to understand and to help the reader gauge the turmoil and mention that this book posses. This book had a darker tone that progressed along with the story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical trauma, Kidnapping, Gun violence, Violence, Medical content, Drug abuse, Blood, Chronic illness, and Death
Minor: Rape
Anna and the French Kiss Collector's Edition by Stephanie Perkins
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This book was a past paced easy read. It had me dreaming of Paris and falling in love. The character development was great, as the characters were able to evolve and grow to become better people. I felt as if I were Anna experiencing Paris for the first time while dealing with friendship struggles, love, and trying to adapt to a new country.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer
Love & Gelato by Jenna Evans Welch
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
this book was a quick read, due to the fast-paced text. The book is lighthearted and a very easy read- it brought me out of a reading slump. The characters are agreeable and nice to read about and made me yearn to travel to Italy. The author does a good job of including destinations, language, and antidotes of Italy that make you feel as if you're there. Overall, a very enjoyable book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer and Death
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