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53 reviews

Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff

adventurous challenging emotional funny mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

4.0

This book's last half was particularly enjoyable for me. It took me a while to get into the book (I'm trying to read more male protagonists, I'm just not used to them), but as the plot sped up and I became familiar with the author's style, it became a delight. Aaron de Coste and Dior were two of my favorite characters, they both had exceptional character development!

My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Levine

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing 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? It's complicated

5.0

I absolutely loved this adorable vamp rom-com. It was the perfect fall treat! I especially loved 

Freddie, the fresh and sweet take on a vampire love interest, and his 'fruity abilities'. The refreshing trope of the younger love interest teaching the older vampire was very appreciated as well.  

Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-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

4.25

Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton

emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

Hunting Adeline by H.D. Carlton

dark emotional fast-paced

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

1.0

Time's Convert by Deborah Harkness

funny hopeful relaxing slow-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

2.0

2 stars just compared to the trilogy over all because this is my favorite author and favorite series!

The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater

funny mysterious relaxing slow-paced

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

4.0

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

adventurous emotional funny mysterious relaxing fast-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

5.0

A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas

adventurous emotional funny mysterious fast-paced

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

5.0

A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas

dark emotional funny hopeful mysterious relaxing fast-paced

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

5.0