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The Remaking of Corbin Wale: An M/M Holiday Romance by Roan Parrish
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
Oh I loved this book so much! It was pretty different from what I imagined, it was so much more wholesome. I expected more drama from the synopsis.
But there was no drama and I loved that so much. A bit of angst yes, but no unnecessary misunderstandings or last minute break ups just to keep the story going.
Alex is so patient with Corbin and isn't pushing him. Loved that!
But there was no drama and I loved that so much. A bit of angst yes, but no unnecessary misunderstandings or last minute break ups just to keep the story going.
Alex is so patient with Corbin and isn't pushing him. Loved that!
A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
My first book by T. Kingfisher and it was delightful.
It was such a nice story that didn't take itself too seriously.
The magic system was so unique, I don't think I've read anything similar so far. I also really enjoyed the creative ways in which dough can be used for battle.
What I also liked was that there wasn't a romantic aspect wedged in there just for the sake of having one. The story was perfect without one.
I had a fantastic time listening to the audio book.
It was such a nice story that didn't take itself too seriously.
The magic system was so unique, I don't think I've read anything similar so far. I also really enjoyed the creative ways in which dough can be used for battle.
What I also liked was that there wasn't a romantic aspect wedged in there just for the sake of having one. The story was perfect without one.
I had a fantastic time listening to the audio book.
The Puppet Carver by Scott Cawthon, Elley Cooper
challenging
dark
tense
fast-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
3.5
This was quite a short addition to the series this time, but the stories were still interesting.
I can't really say much without getting into spoilers so here it goes.
The first story was one of the typical 'you get what you deserve' stories. I'm not even mad that he got replaced by a much nicer version of himself.
The second story was similar. The teenage guy being moody and hating everything and everyone, when they're just trying to be nice. How's cousin even saying that he's collecting his tickets for him so he can get the console he wants.
The third one was the best in my opinion. It was dark, twisted, played with your mind. I'm still not sure what really happened in the end, but that's fine.
I can't really say much without getting into spoilers so here it goes.
The third one was the best in my opinion. It was dark, twisted, played with your mind. I'm still not sure what really happened in the end, but that's fine.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit and Body horror
Polysecure: Bindung, Trauma und konsensuelle Nicht-Monogamie by Jessica Fern
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Vielen Dank an Netgalley für dieses Rezensionsexemplar.
Ich muss zugeben, dass ich mit Polyamori gar nichts zu tun habe. Das Thema an sich ist aber sehr spannend.
Das Buch Polysecure zeigt so viele Möglichkeiten auf wie man bessere und tiefere Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen aufbauen kann und was alles dazu gehört.
Es beginnt mit der Selbstreflexion bis hin zu den Unterschiedlichen Faktoren die in einer Beziehung wichtig sind. Das HEARTS-Modell hat mir sehr gut gefallen und es kann bestimmt auch außerhalb von polykülen Beziehungen verwendet werden.
Es wurde alles gut und anschaulich erklärt. Trotzdem war es mir an manchen Stellen etwas zu ausgedehnt, was aber daran liegen kann, dass ich nicht aktiv nach Tipps für Beziehungen gesucht habe.
Das Buch kann ich nur empfehlen, für alle die sich mit dem Thema beschäftigen möchten.
Ich muss zugeben, dass ich mit Polyamori gar nichts zu tun habe. Das Thema an sich ist aber sehr spannend.
Das Buch Polysecure zeigt so viele Möglichkeiten auf wie man bessere und tiefere Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen aufbauen kann und was alles dazu gehört.
Es beginnt mit der Selbstreflexion bis hin zu den Unterschiedlichen Faktoren die in einer Beziehung wichtig sind. Das HEARTS-Modell hat mir sehr gut gefallen und es kann bestimmt auch außerhalb von polykülen Beziehungen verwendet werden.
Es wurde alles gut und anschaulich erklärt. Trotzdem war es mir an manchen Stellen etwas zu ausgedehnt, was aber daran liegen kann, dass ich nicht aktiv nach Tipps für Beziehungen gesucht habe.
Das Buch kann ich nur empfehlen, für alle die sich mit dem Thema beschäftigen möchten.
#muted 01 by kandismon
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
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? Yes
5.0
Ich hatte den Webtoon schon gelesen und musste den ersten Teil mitnehmen, als ich ihn im Laden gesehen hab.
Kai und Jasper sind so tolle Charaktere, im erste Teil lernt schon, dass beide ihre ihnen Probleme haben, aber ich freue mich schon auf den zweiten Teil, um wieder zu sehen wie sie sie bewältigen.
Kai und Jasper sind so tolle Charaktere, im erste Teil lernt schon, dass beide ihre ihnen Probleme haben, aber ich freue mich schon auf den zweiten Teil, um wieder zu sehen wie sie sie bewältigen.
Gumdrop Angel by Andrea Waggener, Scott Cawthon
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Another great addition to the Fazbear Frights series.
The first story was kind of sad. I felt really sorry for Angel and the way she is being treated by her family.She did deserve better, it's just that one thing she did and it just had to end horribly.
The second one really had me with the way he slowly got more and more engrossed by Lucky Boy. Not being able to make a single decision without asking him first.The gore in the end was perfect, such a disgusting image.
The last story, didn't really stuck with me. It was a bit confusing what was real and what was not, but I guess that was the point. Him slowly getting memories back, that his brain kept hidden before, was interesting.
The first story was kind of sad. I felt really sorry for Angel and the way she is being treated by her family.
The second one really had me with the way he slowly got more and more engrossed by Lucky Boy. Not being able to make a single decision without asking him first.
The last story, didn't really stuck with me. It was a bit confusing what was real and what was not, but I guess that was the point. Him slowly getting memories back, that his brain kept hidden before, was interesting.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Toxic relationship, Gore, Self harm, Emotional abuse, and Child abuse
Die Wiederkehr des Königs by J.R.R. Tolkien
adventurous
dark
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Die Rückkehr des Königs war mein Lieblingsteil der Herr der Ringe Trilogie.
Man fühlt sich mittlerweile sehr wohl in der Welt und es ist so viel passiert.
Was ich auch interessant fand, waren die Unterschiede zum Film. Bisher hatte ich nur diese gesehen.
Dass Saruman nicht gestorben ist, war mir überhaupt nicht bewusst, bis sie nach Isengard zurück sind. Auch, dass er sich stattdessen das Auenland unter den Nagel gerissen hat, fand ich sehr spannend.
Man fühlt sich mittlerweile sehr wohl in der Welt und es ist so viel passiert.
Was ich auch interessant fand, waren die Unterschiede zum Film. Bisher hatte ich nur diese gesehen.
Nothing Left for Us by Alice Oseman
emotional
hopeful
sad
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
4.5
Ich habe dieses Buch vor allem gelesen, wegen der Autorin ohne viel über die eigentliche Story zu wissen.
Aber ich würde nicht enttäuscht.
Nothing Left For Us ist so eine emotionale tiefgründige Geschichte über Gefühle, Ängste, Zweifel und Freundschaft.
Ich möchte gar nicht zu viel in der Review verraten, da man das Buch am besten selber auf sich wirken lassen sollte.
Im ersten Drittel hat es sich für mich ein wenig gezogen, aber danach wurde immer mehr offenbart, was die Geschichte so richtig ins Rollen gebracht hat.
Aber ich würde nicht enttäuscht.
Nothing Left For Us ist so eine emotionale tiefgründige Geschichte über Gefühle, Ängste, Zweifel und Freundschaft.
Ich möchte gar nicht zu viel in der Review verraten, da man das Buch am besten selber auf sich wirken lassen sollte.
Im ersten Drittel hat es sich für mich ein wenig gezogen, aber danach wurde immer mehr offenbart, was die Geschichte so richtig ins Rollen gebracht hat.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Abandonment
Culture Care by Makoto Fujimura
informative
medium-paced
2.5
I read this book as part of a reading challenge to break out of my comfort zone. I thought it might be interesting, but I had no idea that there would be so much Christian religious stuff in there. It didn't say anywhere in the blurb or on audible.
So it really wasn't what I expected and I want as interested as before, even if he had some good ideas. The whole missionary talk just isn't my thing.
So it really wasn't what I expected and I want as interested as before, even if he had some good ideas. The whole missionary talk just isn't my thing.
Tell Everyone on This Train I Love Them by Maeve Higgins
Did not finish book. Stopped at 20%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 20%.
I started this book for a reading challenge to try a book out of my comfort zone. I guess it really was out of my usual interests, I really wasn't interested and got so bored that I zoned out.
I'm really sorry to the author, but it just wasn't my thing.
I'm really sorry to the author, but it just wasn't my thing.