Take a photo of a barcode or cover
sdupont's Reviews (556)
emotional
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
I really enjoyed this book! I liked getting to learn more about Maggie, since she was the friend in the group we had known the least about. Up until this book I hadn’t liked Beau very much. Over the course of the book I found myself liking him more, he gained a little more depth that helped round out his character. This book is great for readers who want a smutty read that doesn’t involve a third act break up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Body shaming, Religious bigotry
Minor: Infidelity, Toxic relationship
emotional
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:
Yes
Another solid story from Sara Cate! I enjoyed this book. Again, this book did not hit as strongly as Praise did but still a good story. You can really feel how much Hunter, Isabel, and Drake care about each other. They truly see one another and want to be the best version of themselves for each other. I like this series and am ready to continue reading!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia, Child abuse, Homophobia, Death of parent
Minor: Pregnancy
emotional
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
Eyes on Me is not as strong as Praise but I surprisingly enjoyed it more than I expected. Garrett and Mia start off a little flat and one dimensional but gain some more depth as the story progresses. I think that Laura and Paul’s reaction was not very realistic. I loved the scene where Emerson helps Garrett at a low moment, very sweet scene between the friends. I’m intrigued to see where the series goes from here.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Suicide attempt
Moderate: Cancer
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying
challenging
emotional
sad
medium-paced
For those who have watched Paris’s documentary This is Paris, this memoir will not reveal a lot that hasn’t previously been covered. For this who have not watched and are interested in insight into who Paris really is and the traumas she has experienced I would recommend they give this book a read. I wish this book dived a little more into her life in the 2000’s and her interactions with other celebs at that time. I would rank this as a mid-tier celeb memoir.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Forced institutionalization, Kidnapping
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Misogyny
Minor: Infertility, Suicide, Pregnancy
emotional
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:
Yes
I wasn’t sure what to expect going into this book but I really really enjoyed this one! For a smutty book (and this book is hot af) it has a lot of heart as well. You will immediately find yourself rooting for Charlie and Emerson. I love how supportive Emerson is of Charlie and helps bring back her confidence. This is one that will have you keep turning the page because you are so engrossed in the story. I’m intrigued to see how the rest of the series turns out. Would recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Abandonment
emotional
funny
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
Laura Pavlov has done it again! Into the Tide is a perfect read- swoony and spicy. I absolutely loved Lila and Hugh both individually and together. They were so sweet and had a real deep connection. The mutual pining and tension before they finally gave in to their chemistry was *chef’s kiss* They were both so supportive of each other and I loved that they didn’t expect the other to give up their dreams to be together. I honestly couldn’t put this book down because their dynamic and relationship was so compelling. I 100% would recommend this book. I can’t wait to see what happens next in this series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism
Moderate: Child abuse, Sexual assault, Death of parent
Minor: Vomit, Car accident, Pregnancy
emotional
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
I really enjoyed this book, we love a meddling and scheming grandma! Stella and Ryan have great chemistry and a deep connection. They really saw and understood each other. It was sweet to see how reassuring they good be. I feel that Ryan’s barriers to being in a relationship were well done and realistic. I also loved seeing snippets of characters from the Cloverleigh Farms series. I would definitely recommend this book!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Grief, War
Minor: Infidelity, Suicide, Death of parent, Pregnancy
emotional
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
I enjoyed reading this book. I wish Dallas hadn’t kept the truth from Maren for so long and that he hadn’t pushed her away. Despite that I felt this story really conveyed the deep feelings and connection Dallas and Maren shared for each other. This book made me tear up at a few points (which is rare for me), I found these characters really easy to connect with. I would recommend this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Medical content
Moderate: Cancer, Toxic relationship
Minor: Death, Infidelity, Pregnancy
emotional
funny
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
I loved Only You! This book is a great mix of funny moments and emotional connection. Emme is a sweetheart and Nate is a tough no feelings guy with a marshmallow center. I enjoyed seeing their friendship progress into a relationship. I loved how Emme supported Nate and helped him grow and open up. It was fun getting to see Mia and Lucas and Coco and Nick from the Frenched series again too. I would definitely recommend this book!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Child death, Mental illness, Death of parent
Minor: Alcoholism
emotional
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
Melanie Harlow does it again! I wasn’t sure what to expect after reading the synopsis but I loved this book. Wes and Hannah were such a sweet couple, you found yourself rooting for them immediately. The tension in this book was so well done. The barriers and conflicts (both internal shuffles and outside factors) were very realistic. I could really feel and connect with the emotions of Wes and Hannah. I will say I could not stand Lenore and felt she should’ve had to put in more work to be forgiven. Honorable mention to the appearances of Margot, Jack, Georgia, and Pete. I definitely would recommend this book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death, Toxic relationship
Minor: Pregnancy