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Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie Cousens
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
An adorable British romcom. A unique premise and reminiscent of beloved romcoms (especially the magazine and rival journalists). The side characters were well rounded and love no second act breakup. I really liked him for her as well. Some small things that didn’t quite make it but it was certainly entertaining and enjoyable
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Slightly disappointed because I was sure I was going to love it. There’s just something about Maas’s writing I don’t care for. It’s very transparent and predictable. The plot and characters just don’t give me the entertaining feeling I want from a fantasy. I was looking forward to the tests and trails but most weren’t shown on page, more telling than showing- boring. I was hoping for the final 100 to really push it but not quite, the whole the hero could never win in this scenario… but they do. Is just not my cup of tea. It was so painfully obvious that Cain was behind the attacks and the king was the larger puppet master . Leaves it all just feeling lack luster. I may try the next book just to see how it improves but I’m not as hopeful
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
I was hopeful after Iron Flame even though I struggled through it… this was just as tough if not more so since it was coming off a decline for me. I think we lost the vibes and what was good about fourth wing. *shrugs*
The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I enjoyed this book. Very quick read for me and I loved the pacing. I think some parts that left me not connecting to the main character, but that is likely on me just being very different from her. The writing is great and loved the style
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Interesting book. Confused by the choice to make the protagonist 6 years old to only reach 11 by the end. I think it would be better to understand and more accessible if he went from 13 to 16. But what do I know. I think i’ll check out the next book in some time.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Genocide, Physical abuse, Violence, Murder, and War
Nosy Neighbors by Freya Sampson
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
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
4.0
This was fun! I think the book cover is misleading because this book has some very dark and deep topics but it doesn’t get too heavy. I’m a fan of the older woman sleuths so it’s very much my ally.
Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez
hopeful
reflective
relaxing
sad
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? It's complicated
4.25
Love loved it. I unfortunately read the books in reverse and regret it. So if you can, read it in the right order starting with this one! Books like this remind me and reaffirm what I’m looking and waiting for to find.
Content Warnings
Minor: Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Gaslighting
Mickey7 by Edward Ashton
adventurous
dark
funny
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
This was a such a fun read. It’s like a combination of Deadpool and the Martian. Loved it! And looking forward to the movie. Great audiobook
Betting On You by Lynn Painter
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
I was feeling a slump so I wanted something like and fun… aka Lynn painter YA romance. It was just what the (book) doctor ordered. It gave me such similar feeling to better than movies that I read last year. She’s such a talent for romcoms
Funny Story by Emily Henry
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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? It's complicated
3.75
I did like the premise of the book, and I enjoyed the read, but I don’t think I would pick it up to read it again or specifically recommend it unless I knew the person enjoyed specific aspects of the tropes or narrative. Booklovers is still on top for me.
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment