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One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
funny
hopeful
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
i read this because a friend of mine wanted to and her bday is coming up so i decided to buy it for her and annotate dumb things on it.
i really really liked this book!! i had read rwarb (by the same author ofc) so i had some expectations and i was not disappointed.
this book is very corny and cringey at times but, it’s lovable and incredibly developed characters make up for that. thats something that i really enjoyed about one last stop, that every single character that is introduced has their own story and they’re not just there for the sake of the main plot.
i fell absolutely in love with jane and august’s love story. i think their relationship is developed amazingly.
i really really liked this book!! i had read rwarb (by the same author ofc) so i had some expectations and i was not disappointed.
this book is very corny and cringey at times but, it’s lovable and incredibly developed characters make up for that. thats something that i really enjoyed about one last stop, that every single character that is introduced has their own story and they’re not just there for the sake of the main plot.
i fell absolutely in love with jane and august’s love story. i think their relationship is developed amazingly.
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
first of all, jane austen is so iconic for naming a character after herself. second of all, i absolutely loved how present the main themes of the book are actually present (maybe this sounds dumb but im referring to the fact that they literally always talk about pride and prejudice yk?). something i also absolutely loved was the part when elizabeth realizes how she truly feels about mr. darcy. its just so amazingly written and i think thats what i also loved when i read emma so it was very cool.
one thing i didn’t really get was the whole mr. wickham situation?? i didn’t really understand how everything happened and it confuses me a lot. also i have a love/hate for mrs. bennet cause she annoyed me so much but she was also hilarious.
anyways, i can’t wait to watch the movie now that i’ve actually read the book.
one thing i didn’t really get was the whole mr. wickham situation?? i didn’t really understand how everything happened and it confuses me a lot. also i have a love/hate for mrs. bennet cause she annoyed me so much but she was also hilarious.
anyways, i can’t wait to watch the movie now that i’ve actually read the book.
Stranger Things: Runaway Max by Brenna Yovanoff
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
i liked that it gave me insight on max’s thoughts and backstory but there wasn’t much else to it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Racism
Normal People by Sally Rooney
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
sally rooney you absolute genius i love you muah
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Suicide
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
coming of age at its finest
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Suicide attempt
Moderate: Bullying, Drug use, Homophobia, Toxic relationship, and Sexual content
Minor: Child abuse, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
there was a huge plot twist but then the ending was incredibly underwhelming :/
Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
UGH I LOVE THIS BOOK.
i love all the little dumb details but also how nonchalant it can be on certain situations.
i love all the little dumb details but also how nonchalant it can be on certain situations.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm and Alcoholism
Minor: Self harm
Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng
emotional
reflective
sad
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? Yes
4.5
this is the saddest book i have ever read. but i think everyone should read it because it can really open lots of conversations.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content and Racism
Emma by Jane Austen
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
i dont really do classics that much but i really liked emma. i would recommend this to anyone that feels intimidated by classics.
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