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One of Us Is Next by Karen M. McManus

2.0

I really disliked this whole story. It wasn't as good and as exciting to me as the first book, since nothing really happened. Yeah, the reveal wasn't expected, but at that point I really didn't care much about who was behind the new game. 
Not so sure if I want to read the next book in this series.

The Hunger and the Dusk, Vol. 1 by G. Willow Wilson

adventurous dark emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

From the art to the characters Likable personality to the great plot. I can't wait to see this appear in my Comic store.
Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an early copy.

Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
Did not finish book. Stopped at 9%.

Nah o can't do books about kids and teen pregnancy. I know my friend begged me to read it, but wtf bro.

Dit boek is dodelijk by Ravena Guron

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

4.0

The Son of Neptune by Rick Riordan

adventurous challenging funny 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? N/A

4.0

Puella Magi Suzune Magica, Vol. 3 by Magica Quartet, GAN

adventurous dark emotional sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Best series yet from the Magica Quartet

Evergreen by Devin Greenlee

lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.0

 

I'm giving Evergreen by Devin Greenlee a 4/5 stars rating, and I want to express my gratitude to Netgalley and Entangled Publishing for providing me with an early copy.

Netgalley describes this book as a Secret Garden retelling, while the author suggests it's more of a Rapunzel retelling. In my opinion, it embraces elements of both, though I wish the execution had been better.

Quill, the first male dryad ever born, captured my heart as a character. His upbringing involved homeschooling and being confined to his house with his mother and their garden. The introduction of a new family, including the human boy Liam, adds a layer of intrigue to Quill's sheltered life. The desire to explore the outside world grows in Quill, coinciding with Liam's curiosity about him.

The initial 60% of the book is undeniably cute and enjoyable to read. However, the plot takes a backseat until the very end, which was a bit disappointing. Despite this, the charm and two-thirds of the love story between Quill and Liam make the narrative quite endearing. While the plot may be lacking, the strong character development makes it deserving of a high rating. 

The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan

adventurous emotional inspiring tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

Wondering why this book took me so long to read, I literally read the other 70% within 3 days. It's so so good, loving the fact that Roman & Greek mythology is in one book.

The Seven Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton

challenging dark mysterious slow-paced

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

2.5

I finally finished this mess of a book 

Song of Silver, Flame Like Night by Amélie Wen Zhao
Did not finish book. Stopped at 35%.

Not in the mood for high fantasy. Really need a no brain book atm. Will read later :D