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Let the Storm Break by Shannon Messenger
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
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
4.5
Let the Storm Break is Shannon Messenger's second book in the Sky Fall Trilogy. I listened to it as an audiobook, which was as captivating as the first book. Once again, I love it when they have a narrator for each character's POV.
If you have read some of my other reviews, you will know that I tend to struggle with second books, but Let the Storm Break was relatively good. The pace was kept up, and the story kept moving forward, which meant that it actually held my attention. There were a few twists I didn't see coming, and I found myself on the edge of my seat, wanting to keep listening to see what would happen next. This unpredictability kept it interesting.
Despite the twists, it was still somewhat predictable...
Read my full review here: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/sky-fall-trilogy-shannon-messenger
If you have read some of my other reviews, you will know that I tend to struggle with second books, but Let the Storm Break was relatively good. The pace was kept up, and the story kept moving forward, which meant that it actually held my attention. There were a few twists I didn't see coming, and I found myself on the edge of my seat, wanting to keep listening to see what would happen next. This unpredictability kept it interesting.
Despite the twists, it was still somewhat predictable...
Read my full review here: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/sky-fall-trilogy-shannon-messenger
The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.5
The Secret Garden is a movie that I have always loved, but I had never read the book, so it was wonderful to step into Mary’s Secret Garden in book form. And I was not let down by the movie or book.
It’s wonderfully sweet, playing with the innocence of childhood while also dealing with grief and loss. Frances Hodgson Burnett creates a rather charming story with beautiful descriptions of the garden and characters...
Read my full review on my blog: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/review-the-secret-garden
It’s wonderfully sweet, playing with the innocence of childhood while also dealing with grief and loss. Frances Hodgson Burnett creates a rather charming story with beautiful descriptions of the garden and characters...
Read my full review on my blog: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/review-the-secret-garden
The Treasured One by Hannah Levin
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I received an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) of this book from NetGalley. The Treasured One is due for release on July 9, 2024.
The cover and the blurb of this book were what caught my attention. I was expecting some epic romantasy (romantic fantasy) story…, and while there were aspects of that within it, I was rather let down by it.
I have to be honest, I found it rather boring. Nothing much happened...
Read my full review here: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/book-review-the-treasured-one
Read my full review here: https://www.sarahgaelsbooks.com/post/book-review-the-treasured-one