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Bloodstone and Dandelions by Elle Brockett
4.0
It's an incredibly immersive, high fantasy story. The magic system took me a bit to understand, but once I got the gist of it, I was impressed.
The beginning of the story lays the groundwork in several parts of this magical realm, and we get introduced to multiple main characters. In the second half of the story is when the pieces of the puzzle start falling together and was when I really started to enjoy the story. It's exciting and I'm looking forward to the next instalment.
The beginning of the story lays the groundwork in several parts of this magical realm, and we get introduced to multiple main characters. In the second half of the story is when the pieces of the puzzle start falling together and was when I really started to enjoy the story. It's exciting and I'm looking forward to the next instalment.
A Frenemy in Need by Catrina Bell
5.0
It was such a fun read!
I loved the chaos that Rex brought and how well he and Birdie worked together. They really compliment each other! I couldn't help but laugh out loud and kick my feet while I was reading.
Having read all three of the Merry Misschief novels, I can say that I really liked the recurring theme of unmasking and living in your truth. Wonderful holiday reads!
I loved the chaos that Rex brought and how well he and Birdie worked together. They really compliment each other! I couldn't help but laugh out loud and kick my feet while I was reading.
Having read all three of the Merry Misschief novels, I can say that I really liked the recurring theme of unmasking and living in your truth. Wonderful holiday reads!
A Court-Ordered Romance by Lark Green
5.0
My heart 😍😍😍
I couldn't stop smiling and kicking my feet while reading this! The chemistry and banter between Coco and Vale were on point. I liked that their physical relationship development was done in smaller steps, exploring other methods while they were getting comfortable with each other. This fit the overarching theme of trust and trusting someone else enough to unmask and truly be yourself in a relationship.
The entire Winter Bliss Romance series warms my heart, and I can not recommend this series of standalones enough!
I couldn't stop smiling and kicking my feet while reading this! The chemistry and banter between Coco and Vale were on point. I liked that their physical relationship development was done in smaller steps, exploring other methods while they were getting comfortable with each other. This fit the overarching theme of trust and trusting someone else enough to unmask and truly be yourself in a relationship.
The entire Winter Bliss Romance series warms my heart, and I can not recommend this series of standalones enough!
Films die nergens draaien by Yorick Goldewijk
4.0
Prachtig boek over rouwverwerking, troost en vergiffenis. Ik luisterde naar het audioboek en was er na afloop even stil van. De fantasie en sci-fi elementen zijn op een fijne manier in het verhaal verweven die heel natuurlijk voelt. Alsof het zich verderop in de straat zou kunnen afspelen.
In het luisterboek is er ook muziek verwerkt en ik vond het leuk om zo te kunnen horen wat Cato hoorde.
Een verdrietig boek, maar het verhaal is op een luchtige manier geschreven waardoor het niet te zwaar voelt.
In het luisterboek is er ook muziek verwerkt en ik vond het leuk om zo te kunnen horen wat Cato hoorde.
Een verdrietig boek, maar het verhaal is op een luchtige manier geschreven waardoor het niet te zwaar voelt.
Amari en de nachtwachters by B.B. Alston
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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
Dit is een prachtig boek.
Amari is niet een perfecte heldin. Ze maakt fouten en verliest haar geduld. Maar ze is ook een vastberaden 13-jarige die zich niet uit het veld laat slaan door tegenslag en ontzettend haar best doet om een persoon te zijn waar haar moeder en haar broer trots op kunnen zijn.
Wat ik mooi vond in dit verhaal is hoe de auteur parallellen trok tussen discriminatie die Amari ervaren had in de "echte" wereld en de discriminatie die zij ervaarde in de magische wereld. Amari en de andere personages hebben hier gesprekken over op een relatief luchtige manier waardoor het verhaal niet te zwaar word en voor mij op momenten zowel mijn hart brak, als deze verwarmde. Dit komt ook doordat Amari omringt is door mensen die haar gevoelens erkennen en oprecht steunen, maar ook verantwoordelijk houden voor haar gedrag - zowel leeftijdsgenoten als volwassenen.
De auteur is er in geslaagd om bekende facetten uit het Fantasie genre in een origineel jasje te steken.
Dit is het eerste boek uit de serie en ik kijk er naar uit om de rest te lezen.
Vanaf ongeveer 10 jaar.
Amari is niet een perfecte heldin. Ze maakt fouten en verliest haar geduld. Maar ze is ook een vastberaden 13-jarige die zich niet uit het veld laat slaan door tegenslag en ontzettend haar best doet om een persoon te zijn waar haar moeder en haar broer trots op kunnen zijn.
Wat ik mooi vond in dit verhaal is hoe de auteur parallellen trok tussen discriminatie die Amari ervaren had in de "echte" wereld en de discriminatie die zij ervaarde in de magische wereld. Amari en de andere personages hebben hier gesprekken over op een relatief luchtige manier waardoor het verhaal niet te zwaar word en voor mij op momenten zowel mijn hart brak, als deze verwarmde. Dit komt ook doordat Amari omringt is door mensen die haar gevoelens erkennen en oprecht steunen, maar ook verantwoordelijk houden voor haar gedrag - zowel leeftijdsgenoten als volwassenen.
De auteur is er in geslaagd om bekende facetten uit het Fantasie genre in een origineel jasje te steken.
Dit is het eerste boek uit de serie en ik kijk er naar uit om de rest te lezen.
Vanaf ongeveer 10 jaar.
A Spark of Trouble by Lucy Limón
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Lucy Limón did a thing. She made me fall in love with Chad.
After the Holidays Ablaze series from '23, I was incredibly curious to see how and if it was possible to make such a disliked character, lovable. It turned out that our Chad is an incredibly loyal golden retriever who just had tons of love to give to the people around him. I laughed and got chocked up at times. Iggy was such a gem in how she challenged Chad and simultaneously looked out for him and defended him regardless of their relationship status.
I loved everything about this story, and it's definitely a must read this holiday season!
After the Holidays Ablaze series from '23, I was incredibly curious to see how and if it was possible to make such a disliked character, lovable. It turned out that our Chad is an incredibly loyal golden retriever who just had tons of love to give to the people around him. I laughed and got chocked up at times. Iggy was such a gem in how she challenged Chad and simultaneously looked out for him and defended him regardless of their relationship status.
I loved everything about this story, and it's definitely a must read this holiday season!
Monsters Under Mistletoe: A Monstrous Holiday Anthology by L.E. Eldridge
4.0
I think that anthologies are a great way to find new authors. In this particular one, I knew of 4 authors' previous work, and the others were new to me. The stories are short and sweet, with lots of holiday vibes and spice sprinkled on top. This works well as a palate cleanser between longer books, I just read one or two stories until I read them all. My favourite was of Lizzie Strong, bu the other stories were also fun to read. Definitely recommend!
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
medium-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
5.0
Purple Scales & Coffee Tales by Rhea Fox
4.0
Incredibly fun paranormal romance novella. I really like how Rhea always represents disabilities in a realistic and respectful manner. Maeve and Taran are adorable together. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a shorter read with minimal angst.
A wish on Willow Way by Caroline Laine
4.0
The main characters in this cosy fantasy series keep having to clean up the messy consequences of decisions that were made by their parents before they were even alive.
Despite that, the story of Sienna and Amaias was an incredibly enjoyable and easy read. Barely any angst makes this a great story for the holiday season.
I really like the interactions with the friend group, and I'm secretly hoping that we get Blake's story next.
Despite that, the story of Sienna and Amaias was an incredibly enjoyable and easy read. Barely any angst makes this a great story for the holiday season.
I really like the interactions with the friend group, and I'm secretly hoping that we get Blake's story next.