noctuarie's reviews
52 reviews

Persuasion by Jane Austen

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.5

The Ambrosia Throne by Tati B. Alvarez

adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Thank you for the e-ARC copy! I read it all in one day!!

The Ambrosia Throne is a great take on Greek mythology and the origins of the gods- specifically Hades, Poseidon, and Zeus. Although many more make appearances.

I love the main characters (especially Finian, he’s hilarious) and Lilith is such a lovable heroine. 

I think the story’s great, though I found the pacing a bit odd. I struggled to get attached to some side characters when they were there for such short moments. And I found the ending a bit disappointing for all the buildup, though I know it’s a setup for a great series!

Overall, super fun read, and perfect for anyone who loves stories about mythology and a bit of romance!

The Last Wish: Introducing the Witcher by Andrzej Sapkowski

adventurous dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas
Did not finish book. Stopped at 13%.

The plot finally got going, but I really can’t stand the writing style. It’s a little too casual, too much swearing, and overly descriptive for me. 

The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune

emotional inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

A Conjuring of Light by V.E. Schwab

adventurous emotional sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

A Gathering of Shadows by V.E. Schwab

adventurous sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Caraval Collector's Edition by Stephanie Garber

adventurous emotional mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab

adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

dark mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0