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A Court of Silver Flames (Graphic Audio Part 1 & 2) by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
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 have always had a soft spot for Nesta and this is the second time I read the book and I still absolutely love her.
I love Nesta, Cassian, their chemistry, the story, just everything about this book was amazing and exactly as I wanted it!
I love Nesta, Cassian, their chemistry, the story, just everything about this book was amazing and exactly as I wanted it!
Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica
challenging
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This book was very interesting and I liked the concept of it, however, I was not sold on the author's writing style.
The story in itself was unique, interesting and well thought out. The main character, Marcos, was very clearly a very damaged man and that was well portrayed in the book, in the way he behaved around people and the thoughts he had.
The world building was good and it was clear a lot of thought went into it. The mechanics of the meat processing, weather or not the virus is real, to the habits people have created now that animals are deemed dangerous.
All in all, definitely the second part of the book, I couldn't put it down, but the end was very obvious and like I said, the writing style wasn't for me. I am happy I read the book though! But I would not recommend it to everyone.
The story in itself was unique, interesting and well thought out. The main character, Marcos, was very clearly a very damaged man and that was well portrayed in the book, in the way he behaved around people and the thoughts he had.
The world building was good and it was clear a lot of thought went into it. The mechanics of the meat processing, weather or not the virus is real, to the habits people have created now that animals are deemed dangerous.
All in all, definitely the second part of the book, I couldn't put it down, but the end was very obvious and like I said, the writing style wasn't for me. I am happy I read the book though! But I would not recommend it to everyone.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cannibalism, Death, Murder, Child death, Body horror, Animal death, and Animal cruelty
Moderate: Sexual assault, Trafficking, Torture, Sexual violence, Grief, Body horror, Rape, Pregnancy, Child abuse, and Violence
Court of the Vampire Queen by Katee Robert
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
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
4.25
How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book is absolutely amazing! I was expecting a haunter house story, but in the end, it was more about the puppets and the dolls and that only made it better for me, since I myself am terrified of dolls and puppets.
The story was very unique and well put together. The relationship between the brother and sister is also complicated and very strained at first, which gives the story an extra turn!
All in all, it really was an enjoyable read and Grady Hendrix is becoming on of my favourite authors. Each of his stories are unique and I love them a lot!
The story was very unique and well put together. The relationship between the brother and sister is also complicated and very strained at first, which gives the story an extra turn!
All in all, it really was an enjoyable read and Grady Hendrix is becoming on of my favourite authors. Each of his stories are unique and I love them a lot!
Survivor Song by Paul Tremblay
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
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? No
4.5
Paul Tremblay is rapidly becoming one of my favourite authors, with this book being the third one I read so far.
This book did not disappoint either! I loved the story and the characters, each progressing rapidly.
I love any story where some sort of virus or illness takes over the world and this virus was something different and scary! The fact you see the virus progress in a quick and unrelenting death through Natalie's eyes is harrowing, but amazing. Ramola doing everything in her power to save Natalie and her baby even though she knows the chances of Natalie surviving is slim to almost non-existing is dreadful.
This story has a lot of elements I really enjoyed and I can't wait to dig into other stories of Tremblay!
This book did not disappoint either! I loved the story and the characters, each progressing rapidly.
I love any story where some sort of virus or illness takes over the world and this virus was something different and scary! The fact you see the virus progress in a quick and unrelenting death through Natalie's eyes is harrowing, but amazing. Ramola doing everything in her power to save Natalie and her baby even though she knows the chances of Natalie surviving is slim to almost non-existing is dreadful.
This story has a lot of elements I really enjoyed and I can't wait to dig into other stories of Tremblay!
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
4.0
The Zombie Survival Guide: Complete Protection from the Living Dead by Max Brooks
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
Jack And Anna - The Price of Fear by R.S. Penney
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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? No
5.0
I honestly enjoyed this book A LOT! Special thanks to R.S. Penney for reaching out to me!
What I really loved about the book is that you can feel the love the author has for this universe. The world building is immaculate, everything makes perfect sense, even though none of it is real!
Jack and Anna are also amazing characters. I love their way of thinking, their unrelenting trust in each other and the way they communicate with each other. Also how the system works with their Nassai and the reletionship they have with their Nassai is amazing!
The story itself is also a great one! The chaos that comes with an unknown entity entering earth through a wormhole and not knowing what it is, if it's hostile, where it comes from,... And all different organisations want to do something else with the alien.
There is nothing bad I can say about this story, it's people or the world it is set in. I really enjoyed it and can assure you I'll read the other Jack and Anna stories too along the way!
What I really loved about the book is that you can feel the love the author has for this universe. The world building is immaculate, everything makes perfect sense, even though none of it is real!
Jack and Anna are also amazing characters. I love their way of thinking, their unrelenting trust in each other and the way they communicate with each other. Also how the system works with their Nassai and the reletionship they have with their Nassai is amazing!
The story itself is also a great one! The chaos that comes with an unknown entity entering earth through a wormhole and not knowing what it is, if it's hostile, where it comes from,... And all different organisations want to do something else with the alien.
There is nothing bad I can say about this story, it's people or the world it is set in. I really enjoyed it and can assure you I'll read the other Jack and Anna stories too along the way!
Ladybugs in November by Brittany Johnson
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Ladybugs in November
This short story was absolutely amazing and one I enjoyed a lot! I read it in one go right before bed. The story gripped me from the very first words I read and I wasn't able to put it down or focus on anything else than the story.
The story itself was well put together and executed. The characters were unlikable, but that really fit the story and the way the story was written was easy to follow, the banter was great, and it really kept you hooked the entire time.
The horrific part was also very descriptive and I had no issues visualising what happened. Very well written! True nightmare material!
All in all, an amazing short story with just enough info to keep you invested, but not too much so it gets boring or too informative. I really enjoyed it and I give it a very deserved 5/5!
This short story was absolutely amazing and one I enjoyed a lot! I read it in one go right before bed. The story gripped me from the very first words I read and I wasn't able to put it down or focus on anything else than the story.
The story itself was well put together and executed. The characters were unlikable, but that really fit the story and the way the story was written was easy to follow, the banter was great, and it really kept you hooked the entire time.
The horrific part was also very descriptive and I had no issues visualising what happened. Very well written! True nightmare material!
All in all, an amazing short story with just enough info to keep you invested, but not too much so it gets boring or too informative. I really enjoyed it and I give it a very deserved 5/5!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Murder, and Death
Moderate: Body shaming, Body horror, and Fatphobia
Home Before Dark by Riley Sager
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0