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The September House by Carissa Orlando
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Alcoholism
Minor: Self harm and Suicide
This Will Be Fun by E.B. Asher
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I was hooked from "The Princess Bride meets People We Meet on Vacation" and I was NOT disappointed!! I will say, I am not usually a big reader of books in the "cozy" genre so at times the pacing was a little slower for me, but that did not deter me from finishing and enjoying this book! As a D&D player I was excited to get my hands on this digital ARC about a group of (former) best friends and adventurers navigating life after saving the realm. As expected, fame turns out to be kind to some and detrimental to others and not everyone is excited to reunite to face the past and potentially have to save Mythria (again).
There wasn't as much magic as I was expecting, but again, I wasn't disappointed. Character relationships are a heavy focus in "This Will Be Fun" and I found that that to be enjoyable, especially because of the humor and light-hearted nature of most of the characters. While it is fantasy, it doesn't read like most of the fantasy novels I've read - I'd put this somewhere closer to cozy fantasy romcom than outright fantasy or romance. If you enjoyed "Legends & Lattes" I think this is definitely the book for you! The characters are likable and even relatable through their thoughts and antics. I appreciate the modern twists on classic medieval times - think Ella Enchanted (the movie!). There are references to classic adventuring aspects with fun pop culture elements mixed in.
Thank you NetGalley and Avon/Harper Collins for this digital ARC!
There wasn't as much magic as I was expecting, but again, I wasn't disappointed. Character relationships are a heavy focus in "This Will Be Fun" and I found that that to be enjoyable, especially because of the humor and light-hearted nature of most of the characters. While it is fantasy, it doesn't read like most of the fantasy novels I've read - I'd put this somewhere closer to cozy fantasy romcom than outright fantasy or romance. If you enjoyed "Legends & Lattes" I think this is definitely the book for you! The characters are likable and even relatable through their thoughts and antics. I appreciate the modern twists on classic medieval times - think Ella Enchanted (the movie!). There are references to classic adventuring aspects with fun pop culture elements mixed in.
Thank you NetGalley and Avon/Harper Collins for this digital ARC!
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Wretched Waterpark by Kiersten White
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0