realmsofmistsandstars's reviews
41 reviews

Daydream by Hannah Grace

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

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

5.0

I have been hoping we got a Henry's story since reading Icebreaker, and ever since it was announced, I have been so excited. This was the perfect friend's to lovers romance.

Halle has spent her life saying yes to everyone, and along the way, she lost her own identity. So when she meets Henry, she is on a path of self-discovery and new beginnings. They hit it off right from the start, and their chemistry bleeds from the pages. Henry wants to make everyone proud, and even though his friends adore him, they don't always see the real him. Halle can read him like a book, sensing what he needs and when he needs it. They are the perfect comfort blanket for one another, and watching them push each other to do what's right for themselves throughout this book was so beautiful.
It is 100% a 5 star read for me, and I can't wait to recommend it 💜.

River Wild by Samantha Towle

dark emotional mysterious relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Mr. Spencer by TL Swan

challenging funny lighthearted fast-paced

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

4.0

This is the perfect read for anyone who loves romance and eneds to get out of a book reading slump. Spencer Jones was both hilarious and Glorious.

Predator versus Wolverine #1 by Benjamin Percy

adventurous dark fast-paced

5.0

I love Wolverine 
I love Predator
So both of them are odds with eachother was a glorious read. I enjoyed the fact that there rivalry had spanned over decades as well.

Avengers vs. X-Men Omnibus by Matt Fraction, Jason Aaron, Jonathan Hickman, Ed Brubaker, Brian Michael Bendis

adventurous dark tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I absolutely loved this graphic novel. How Scott Summers wanted to do right by his Xmen but in the process ended up doing all things wrong for them. How Captain America reflects on what he could have done in the past to help the Xmen and maybe prevent this war between them both. I loved seeing all the characters in this, and I definitely want to read what happens after this is all over.

Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh

dark emotional funny sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Omg, I LOVE Shannon and Johnny so much ❤️

Shannon has been bullied her whole life, and she has finally been allowed to change school and make a fresh start. She doesn't want to be noticed. She just wants to be with her only friends, Claire and Lizzie, and blend in. But that doesn't happen, because on day one, she catches the attention of Johnny Kavanagh, the most popular boy in school and the rising superstar of Rugby. Everything changes for them both that day, in the best possible way.

Johnny has got to be up there as one of the sweetest book boyfriends I've read 🥹. He would literally move heaven and earth to protect Shannon, like the river (iykyk). I loved this slow burn development of their relationship. It wasn't rushed and to see the battle he has with what he feels for Shannon, while going through his own turmoil with his health and Rugby was a pleasure to read. 

It all felt very real, which is why I think I connected with these characters so much. I will say that there are mentions of physical and mental abuse during this book, but Chloe has done it in a way where you are not overwhelmed by the whole situation. 

This is a 5star read for me, and I can't wait to start Keeping 13 and see where Shannon and Johnny end up 🤗❤️.

Diavola by Jennifer Marie Thorne

dark funny mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Absolutely devoured this book. I wantednto read a good horror and this delivered so far beyond that. 

Gambit, Volume 1: Once a Thief... by James Asmus

adventurous funny lighthearted 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? No

5.0

A Graphic Novel about Gambit....does it get any better? 💜🖤

Raid by Kristen Ashley

funny mysterious relaxing 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? Yes

5.0

I have read this book so many times, and it still gives me all the things, and I find myself smiling  wide when Raid gives into his feelings for Hanna. I don't think I'll ever tire of their story.

Night Shift by Annie Crown

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

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

3.5

I liked the book, I read it in a day so it is a super easy read. I liked Vincent more than Kendall. She was quite harsh on him at times and I think her own insecurities got the better of her and she often took it out on him.