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37 reviews

This book is funny and charming at times and the narrator puts on a good performance,
however the plot is not very interesting and I never got attached to the characters. I finished it, but I don't think I'll be reading the sequel.

Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans

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adventurous 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

4.25

Such a fun and wild ride! The city of Bezim feels fully fleshed out and lived in, and the characters all have a depth to them that I crave in the books I read. Every time I pick up this book I am presented with a story of adventure, humour, political shenanigans, and a sick-ass magic system. Running over rooftops, complicated card games, and bittersweet romance can also be found within these pages.
I will be recommending this book to anyone looking for a fantastic fantasy adventure novel!

This Is Why They Hate Us by Aaron H. Aceves

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emotional funny inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Wonderful. This book had me cry both sad and happy tears, and also made me laugh out loud.
Every single relationship in this book feels so real and each one moves the reader in a unique way.

The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber

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2.5

I'm glad this book was short, not sure I would have finished it otherwise. Felt very over-dramatic.
I do think the lore of the fates and the Valor family are interesting and the way their stories kind of get repeated or revamped is fun.

Ordinary Monsters by J.M. Miro

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 79%.

Maybe I will finish this one day, but I had it for three weeks and when I had to return it I didn't bother to put it on hold again. I found some parts to be very confusing and others to be very slow. Just not what I was looking for.
Things were starting to pick up and all come together but, again, not enough for me to finish it when I have other books that I am enjoying much more.

Someone Is Always Watching by Kelley Armstrong

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Loveable characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

I felt like many of the plot points and revelations were supposed to be shocking and dramatic, and they just fell flat. There was such potential for this book to be thrilling, exciting, and shocking, but it was a little boring. Several events that I think were shocking (or at least could have been) were downplayed or brushed off, and I wish the author had done more with that material.
I also found some of the character voices very annoying, which totally took me out of the story because I just wanted them to stop talking.
It was interesting enough that I finished it, but only because I can listen to the audio while working.. If I picked this up as a physical book I might have DNF'd.
At first the switch between first person and third person pov was jarring/annoying, but I got used to it quickly and decided it didn't factor towards a lower rating.

All of Our Demise by C.L. Herman, Amanda Foody

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adventurous dark tense fast-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

4.0

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nicoledelairs's reviews 37 reviews

nicoledelairs's reviews
37 reviews