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So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I would love to be more like Naomi! The reality is I am undeniably a reformed sl*t like Sloane, down to the love I share for my vacuum. đź’—
As a married 30-something who loves the familiar I related so much to these characters. The depth of their friendship was enviable and I loved seeing it develop even more over the course of the birthday weekend. The banter and cringe-inducing moments made even the goriest parts of this feel like a platonic rom-com.
“Am I most attracted to the people who are destined to do me the most harm?” Rachel Harrison how dare you take this quote from my diary?? I had to pause and step away for a few minutes.
All that said, I feel like we spent too much time galavanting and the ending felt a bit too perfect and rushed for me. This is my first novel by the author and it made me hungry for more!
The Favorites by Layne Fargo
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
Untruly WIth You by Florence Fields
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Swoon-worthy clean romance that packs an emotional punch.
Laine and Sutton forever! I loved their friendship almost as much as their slow burn romance. The way they cared for one another during some of the more emotional moments made this book and its characters memorable.
Laine is quirky without being *~qUiRkY~* and Sutton is strong but soft. I fell in love with both of them and their families. I’m still weirded out by Cassidy.
The mechanical bull! That’s all I’ll say about that.
Tropes you might enjoy:
Cowboy/Small town
Grumpy x Sunshine
Fake dating
Friends to lovers
I know I just finished this one, but I really hope there is another book in this series!
Thank you to the author for this ARC! My review contains my own honest thoughts.
Laine and Sutton forever! I loved their friendship almost as much as their slow burn romance. The way they cared for one another during some of the more emotional moments made this book and its characters memorable.
Laine is quirky without being *~qUiRkY~* and Sutton is strong but soft. I fell in love with both of them and their families. I’m still weirded out by Cassidy.
The mechanical bull! That’s all I’ll say about that.
Tropes you might enjoy:
Cowboy/Small town
Grumpy x Sunshine
Fake dating
Friends to lovers
I know I just finished this one, but I really hope there is another book in this series!
Thank you to the author for this ARC! My review contains my own honest thoughts.
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Light, cozy, and comforting. If you’ve been reading too many heavy books and you’re in the mood for fantasy, this is the perfect palate cleanser.
Highly recommend the audiobook narrated by the author. He does a great job of giving voice to the characters and making the story come alive. He also made me crave a latte and chocolate croissant bad, so there’s that.
Highly recommend the audiobook narrated by the author. He does a great job of giving voice to the characters and making the story come alive. He also made me crave a latte and chocolate croissant bad, so there’s that.
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
3.0
It was cute, funny, entertaining, and I liked the cast of characters. Some of the scenes surrounding family dynamics fell flat for me, especially the pre-Thanksgiving gathering. Just a whole lot of built up anxiety for nothing to really happen.
The spice was 8/10 for me. It felt realistic and sensual as it should!! Not everything needs to be hard and fast, ya know?
I really enjoyed the supporting characters and found family aspects. If nothing else it left me craving a fresh brownie.
The spice was 8/10 for me. It felt realistic and sensual as it should!! Not everything needs to be hard and fast, ya know?
I really enjoyed the supporting characters and found family aspects. If nothing else it left me craving a fresh brownie.
Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery by Brom
dark
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
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? No
4.5
The audiobook was un-put-down-able enough that I cleaned my whole house while listening. ADHD, baby!
A headstrong, independent woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty? What’s not to love about Abitha? I particularly enjoyed her vexing the witless brother-in-law at every turn, especially from his POV.
It really was Abitha vs. Almost Everyone, but the tension between characters built up perfectly and the ending was incredibly satisfying. I appreciated the ability to savor the final act rather than enduring a sloppy rush job!!
I found this quote to be interesting and timely with the political climate we find ourselves in again: “At least cruelty was a thing that could be pointed out, confronted. But this belief, this absolute conviction that this evil they were doing was good, was God’s work. How? How, she wondered, could such a conviction be overcome?”
A headstrong, independent woman who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty? What’s not to love about Abitha? I particularly enjoyed her vexing the witless brother-in-law at every turn, especially from his POV.
It really was Abitha vs. Almost Everyone, but the tension between characters built up perfectly and the ending was incredibly satisfying. I appreciated the ability to savor the final act rather than enduring a sloppy rush job!!
I found this quote to be interesting and timely with the political climate we find ourselves in again: “At least cruelty was a thing that could be pointed out, confronted. But this belief, this absolute conviction that this evil they were doing was good, was God’s work. How? How, she wondered, could such a conviction be overcome?”
The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris
challenging
dark
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This story of love transcending tragedy is equal parts heartbreaking and heartwarming.
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Lights Out by Navessa Allen
dark
funny
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Reading this while seeing all of the mask reveals ahead of the 12 hour TikTok ban made me chuckle. IYKYK.
“My boyfriend” this “my girlfriend” that. Let’s stop putting labels on things and get back to being degenerates, hmm?
5/5 delicious spice. 3/5 plot. I got a little bored with the mob plot line and I agree with Aly that the guy’s death was totally anticlimactic!!
“My boyfriend” this “my girlfriend” that. Let’s stop putting labels on things and get back to being degenerates, hmm?
5/5 delicious spice. 3/5 plot. I got a little bored with the mob plot line and I agree with Aly that the guy’s death was totally anticlimactic!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Blood, Stalking, Death of parent
Minor: Rape, Vomit