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Memento by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
5.0
The villain origin story we didin't k wo we needed. Loved this. The fully cast narration is out of this world perfect and the story is amazing.
Illuminae by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
5.0
Unique, captivating, spooky, terrifying, well-written, amazing
ERROR
The full-cast narration really bring this to the next level. I had no idea how a fully graphic story can be translated to audio, but it is perfect.
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The full-cast narration really bring this to the next level. I had no idea how a fully graphic story can be translated to audio, but it is perfect.
Protecting Mr. Fine by Lucy Lennox
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Another wonderful read in this series. And I dare to say, this might have been the most fun and lighthearted sweetness, even with the stalker element.
I don't read that many superstar-bodyguard romances, so it is always nice o rediscover my love for them when I do pick one up.
Protecting Mr. Fine is about Zane, a famous singer, and Ryan, his bodyguard. Their sweet love story is special because they are friends first, admiring each other in their professional capacity and growing closer every minute. Partly because thee situation forces them together every day and partly because both of them are great and loving guys.
There is pining at the beginning, when none of them really know what to do with their feelings yet and how to navigate those feelings in a protector-protectee situation.
However, things intensify with Zane's stalker who gets close enough to stamp a mark on his body and sends threatening emails. Ryan's protective instincts, the one's coming for a long time of loving Zane from afar, kick intro overdrive and he sweeps Zane away from the public eye. And when the hectic life slows down a little, emotions fly high and they can't help but grow even closer.
The characters in this book are absolutely loveable.
Zane, is the sweetest, most modest superstar that ever existed on the planet, not even counting his billionaire status. He spends all his free time and money on charities and bettering the lives of everyone he can reach, giving them chances he never had as a kid from a broken home. However, his selflessness leads to not caring for himself enough, dubbing him Mr. Fine. A man who is always fine and don't need help from anyone. Which pisses Ryan off to no end.
Ryan is a big teddy bear. Which is why Zane gives him the nickname Bear. It's sweet and so so true. It all comes together with the podcast Zane listen's to: Bear Facts for Insomniacs.
Ryan's backstory is actually fascinating. He was a bodyguard for a royal family in a small country, but he could never be out as a gay man in the place with some backwards values. So, he changed things up and came home to the US to guard Zane. He never thought he could fall for a superstar, but Zane is nothing like some selfish celebrities. He's such a protective bear, spending all his time taking car of his honey.
Honestly, they are just so sweet together.
The spice was spicy in this book, but not too much (thankfully).
The stalker situation is constant but it is not the whole book and adds a little hint of excitement to the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. The bear facts, the romance, the billionaire brotherhood. All of it comes together in the story. It makes a wonderfully relaxing and heartwarming read.
And to finish it off... I can't wait for Kenji and Landry's story.
I don't read that many superstar-bodyguard romances, so it is always nice o rediscover my love for them when I do pick one up.
Protecting Mr. Fine is about Zane, a famous singer, and Ryan, his bodyguard. Their sweet love story is special because they are friends first, admiring each other in their professional capacity and growing closer every minute. Partly because thee situation forces them together every day and partly because both of them are great and loving guys.
There is pining at the beginning, when none of them really know what to do with their feelings yet and how to navigate those feelings in a protector-protectee situation.
However, things intensify with Zane's stalker who gets close enough to stamp a mark on his body and sends threatening emails. Ryan's protective instincts, the one's coming for a long time of loving Zane from afar, kick intro overdrive and he sweeps Zane away from the public eye. And when the hectic life slows down a little, emotions fly high and they can't help but grow even closer.
The characters in this book are absolutely loveable.
Zane, is the sweetest, most modest superstar that ever existed on the planet, not even counting his billionaire status. He spends all his free time and money on charities and bettering the lives of everyone he can reach, giving them chances he never had as a kid from a broken home. However, his selflessness leads to not caring for himself enough, dubbing him Mr. Fine. A man who is always fine and don't need help from anyone. Which pisses Ryan off to no end.
Ryan is a big teddy bear. Which is why Zane gives him the nickname Bear. It's sweet and so so true. It all comes together with the podcast Zane listen's to: Bear Facts for Insomniacs.
Ryan's backstory is actually fascinating. He was a bodyguard for a royal family in a small country, but he could never be out as a gay man in the place with some backwards values. So, he changed things up and came home to the US to guard Zane. He never thought he could fall for a superstar, but Zane is nothing like some selfish celebrities. He's such a protective bear, spending all his time taking car of his honey.
Honestly, they are just so sweet together.
The spice was spicy in this book, but not too much (thankfully).
The stalker situation is constant but it is not the whole book and adds a little hint of excitement to the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed this one. The bear facts, the romance, the billionaire brotherhood. All of it comes together in the story. It makes a wonderfully relaxing and heartwarming read.
And to finish it off... I can't wait for Kenji and Landry's story.
Obsidio by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-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? No
5.0
OH WOW! Again, the authors blew my mind!
The first part was a very long prologue, and it was nice, but nothing special happened compared to the first two books. But after our heroes got a chance to shine bright and try to save everyone's asses I basically flew right through the rest of the book!
It was exciting, breathtaking, and even unexpected sometimes! All the small touches the authors made brought the story closer. Everyone's personality was uniquely described and loveable!
The format fortuantely changed a bit with the handwritten notes and prevented it from going boring. It was a nice move to provide glimpses into the forming of the Illuminae Group and to get to know who our favourite analyst (Analyst ID 7213-0089-DN) was.
i love the narration so much. The full cast really brings it all together.
All in all, I enjoyed this book and loved the series! Highly suggesting it to everyone!
The first part was a very long prologue, and it was nice, but nothing special happened compared to the first two books. But after our heroes got a chance to shine bright and try to save everyone's asses I basically flew right through the rest of the book!
It was exciting, breathtaking, and even unexpected sometimes! All the small touches the authors made brought the story closer. Everyone's personality was uniquely described and loveable!
The format fortuantely changed a bit with the handwritten notes and prevented it from going boring. It was a nice move to provide glimpses into the forming of the Illuminae Group and to get to know who our favourite analyst (Analyst ID 7213-0089-DN) was.
i love the narration so much. The full cast really brings it all together.
All in all, I enjoyed this book and loved the series! Highly suggesting it to everyone!
Gemina by Amie Kaufman, Jay Kristoff
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
5.0
I think it sais a lot about a book that I needed to stay up waaaay after my bedtime to finish it!
At first, I didn't feel like it's going to be as great as the first book. You know, sequels don't always meet the expectations. But after some stuff goes loose and basically our heros' (Hannah, the staiton captain's daugther and Nik, member of a criminal gang, House of Knives) lifes turn upside down and the whole situation goes south.. Now then, my friends, begins this spectecular story.
Again, we have this spooky, scary feeling all through the book, which keeps you on edge all the time. Some really detailed differences between the main characters make the conversations interesting. Then comes some backstabbing, and maybe three or four major turns in the flow of the events that make you bite your nails and keep you reading at 2 am. at night.
My favourite part was when the real scientific theories ( I can't tell which ones as that would spoil things for you) came up, and it again brought things closer to me! I'm a nerd, so please forgive me that scientific theories excite me!😁 Two-thirds of the book was a bit disappointing for me in connection with the format. It was a bit boring (not like in Illuminae), but the ending was beautifully constructed! I loved it, and it completed the storytelling in a perfect way!
Of course, at the ending my heart skipped like three beats, and I highly suggest you buy Obsidio before finishing Gemina 'cause maaaan.. Major cliffhanger alert!
I was gaping for a minute thanking all the deities out thier for the fact that I've already bought Obsidio!
At first, I didn't feel like it's going to be as great as the first book. You know, sequels don't always meet the expectations. But after some stuff goes loose and basically our heros' (Hannah, the staiton captain's daugther and Nik, member of a criminal gang, House of Knives) lifes turn upside down and the whole situation goes south.. Now then, my friends, begins this spectecular story.
Again, we have this spooky, scary feeling all through the book, which keeps you on edge all the time. Some really detailed differences between the main characters make the conversations interesting. Then comes some backstabbing, and maybe three or four major turns in the flow of the events that make you bite your nails and keep you reading at 2 am. at night.
My favourite part was when the real scientific theories ( I can't tell which ones as that would spoil things for you) came up, and it again brought things closer to me! I'm a nerd, so please forgive me that scientific theories excite me!😁 Two-thirds of the book was a bit disappointing for me in connection with the format. It was a bit boring (not like in Illuminae), but the ending was beautifully constructed! I loved it, and it completed the storytelling in a perfect way!
Of course, at the ending my heart skipped like three beats, and I highly suggest you buy Obsidio before finishing Gemina 'cause maaaan.. Major cliffhanger alert!
I was gaping for a minute thanking all the deities out thier for the fact that I've already bought Obsidio!
12 Dates of Christmas by Brigham Vaughn
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
While the idea of this book is cute and it's quite enjoyable, I couldn't really get invested.
12 Date of Christmas is another sweet holiday romance set in the holiday-obsessed town of Christmas Falls. It's about Nick, a man who lost his wife, the love of his life a few years ago, and Leo, a young man ready for love and a relationship.
Leo sets up Nick,s website for his matchmaking service, and Nick offers to find Leo love through the service when he moves to town. It's a sweet idea, except both of them already have their eyes on the other, so it doesn't actually go to plan.
In Leo's case, the thing I couldn't get behind is the obsessive need to find love and be in a relationship. I get it. Most people crave that connection, but in my opinion, if you force it, it's not gonna happen. Otherwise, he is a sweet guy with a big heart and a lot of bravery signing up for a blind date service like Nick's. He seriously pines for Nick, which sabotages his dates a little bit.
Nick's story is hearttouching. I love stories where an MC has a second chance at love after a loss. I was not always sure he was ready to move on because he was seriously hung up on her sometimes. However, he does show a willingness to move on after some confusion and deliberation. It is nice to see him thinking it through before jumping into anything.
There were times when I thought Leo should just leave Nick because he was rude and insecure, and Leo deserved better. But they worked it out, so that's that.
Overall, the story gives all the holiday vibes thanks to town and all the cheery holiday activities. When it comes to the romance, I'm not sure it hit the mark for me. Plus, I really don't like the formatting (big space between every paragraph). It disturbed the flow of reading.
12 Date of Christmas is another sweet holiday romance set in the holiday-obsessed town of Christmas Falls. It's about Nick, a man who lost his wife, the love of his life a few years ago, and Leo, a young man ready for love and a relationship.
Leo sets up Nick,s website for his matchmaking service, and Nick offers to find Leo love through the service when he moves to town. It's a sweet idea, except both of them already have their eyes on the other, so it doesn't actually go to plan.
In Leo's case, the thing I couldn't get behind is the obsessive need to find love and be in a relationship. I get it. Most people crave that connection, but in my opinion, if you force it, it's not gonna happen. Otherwise, he is a sweet guy with a big heart and a lot of bravery signing up for a blind date service like Nick's. He seriously pines for Nick, which sabotages his dates a little bit.
Nick's story is hearttouching. I love stories where an MC has a second chance at love after a loss. I was not always sure he was ready to move on because he was seriously hung up on her sometimes. However, he does show a willingness to move on after some confusion and deliberation. It is nice to see him thinking it through before jumping into anything.
There were times when I thought Leo should just leave Nick because he was rude and insecure, and Leo deserved better. But they worked it out, so that's that.
Overall, the story gives all the holiday vibes thanks to town and all the cheery holiday activities. When it comes to the romance, I'm not sure it hit the mark for me. Plus, I really don't like the formatting (big space between every paragraph). It disturbed the flow of reading.
Can't Spell Treason Without Tea by Rebecca Thorne
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0