readingwithkirby's Reviews (182)

emotional mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I enjoyed this read. Avery is great and the mystery was well planned and executed. I was completely enthralled the entire time. I'm looking forward to continuing the story in the next book. 
emotional funny lighthearted 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: Complicated

I enjoyed this! Had a few giggle moments and the ending made me cackle.
There were some times I wished for just a little bit more - during a big conflict I almost wanted it to make me cry but it just didn't quite reach the goal. 
I also really liked the secondary couple and would have loved more of them. 
Overall, I had a good time reading and will be reading the next book in the series. 
emotional funny lighthearted 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: Yes

Another win from Blake. Overall, a cute and enjoyable romance. 
funny lighthearted 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: Yes

Another cute Sapphic story. I also enjoyed getting to see a continuation of the love story from book 1. 
emotional funny lighthearted 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: Yes

This book brought me joy. I don't know how to fully describe but something about this book was comfortable. The ending was very cute and overall I enjoyed the experience. 
adventurous mysterious 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: No

Another slam dunk from Schellman! I can't say enough how much I love her writing style. I was alittle worried to start this book because I knew the premise - and the thought of someone being framed fills me with alot of anxiety so I was worried the book would really stress me out. But again, Schellman proves her writing is phenomenal and somehow makes what could be an incredibly uncomfortable situation enjoyable to read. Schellman is able to make the story so much more than just a mystery. I can't completely explain it, but her reads are fun and easy. I find myself enthralled without any feelings of intense stress, while still filled with anticipation for every new piece of information sprinkled on every page. 10/10 would recommend. 
mysterious 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

Schellman does it again. I absolutely love her writing style and world building. I'm also really enjoying how her stories are more than just mysteries. The writing draws you in and I find so much enjoyment in learning more about the characters and their lives. This book felt like it's underlying purpose was building the story for what's to come and it was done beautifully. Very much looking forward to the next installment.
adventurous mysterious 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: Complicated

10/10
This book was so well written and was so much more than just a mystery. You can clearly tell the author did her research on the 20s and she describes the world beautifully. The characters are wonderful as well. I love the MCs relationship with her sister and I love the way she interacts with everyone from thr Nightingale. Vivian has some glorious girl boss moments which I am here for and the ending was *chefs kiss*. The was enthralled the entire time reading and am excited to read the next book in the series. 
lighthearted

Cute little book that can't help but make you smile.
Also, you can never go wrong with a frog wearing heels.
adventurous dark tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Overall I really enjoyed this book. I liked how they focused on the shades of grey rather than making everything black and white - good vs evil. It was also an interesting spin on an "evil king/prince". Very excited to start book 2!