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The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer by Michelle Hodkin

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dark emotional mysterious tense fast-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

5.0

I've had this book on my shelf for a couple of years, and I'm so happy I finally decided to read it. I was confused in a good way at the beginning of the book, but the story picked up halfway through. Noah Shaw>>>> I loved Mara, too, but she really pissed me off at the end of the book. And it left off on a damn cliff hanger.
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Dread Nation by Justina Ireland

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adventurous challenging dark sad 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? It's complicated

4.5

It took me a long time to pick up this book since I find it hard to read things about slavery but I’m really glad that I finally read it. There were some parts that were hard to read but I loved the story and cant wait to read the next one. Jane was a great character and so was Katherine towards the middle of the book. 
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Phantasma by Kaylie Smith

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

4.5

Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova

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challenging emotional sad tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma

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dark mysterious tense 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

I loved this book so much. It took me awhile to like the characters though.
One by One by Freida McFadden

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challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

This was my first Freida McFadden book and it was really enjoyable. I flew through this book. I did not guess the ending. I should have guessed though in these books
The person that “dies” first is usually the killer.
Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid

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emotional reflective tense slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

I really enjoyed this book even though I’ve never read the original Macbeth. I liked Rocscilla’s character and how she eventually came into her power throughout the book. I also enjoyed the love interest but I wish there was at least one more chapter at the end.
Ankle Snatcher by Grady Hendrix

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

Gallant by V.E. Schwab

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adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-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? It's complicated

5.0

Murder Road by Simone St. James

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challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I enjoyed this book just like I’ve enjoyed the other Simone st. James books I’ve read. This one wasn’t as great and I guessed the plot twist towards the middle of the book. It was still a really good read.