spookysarahsays's reviews
320 reviews

The Black Girl Survives in This One by Saraciea J. Fennell, Desiree S. Evans

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

3.5

Mixed bag for me but I don’t regret reading it.

Thaumaturgic Tapas by Tao Wong

lighthearted relaxing 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

Thank you BookSirens and Starlit Press for the E-ARC!

As always Tao Wong describes food beautifully, I am a little sad the story in this novella didn’t come to a complete resolution but I hope that we get more because I love these characters!

EC Epitaphs from the Abyss Vol. 1 by Corinna Bechko, Jay Stephens, J. Holtham, Chris Condon, Jason Aaron, Matt Kindt, Tyler Crook, Stephanie Phillips, Amy Roy, Brian Azzarello

dark tense fast-paced

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

3.5

Thank you NetGalley and Oni Press for the E-ARC!

Like most anthologies, this is a mixed bag. There were some stories I liked better than others. The brevity of each segment is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, if you aren't vibing with it, the ending comes quickly. On the other, there were several I wanted to be filled out just a bit more. Overall, EC's return is a great start and I hope they put out more! 

Spark Notes: The Hound of the Baskervilles by Spark Notes Editors (Author)

informative fast-paced

3.0

Lots of typos and grammatical errors. 

The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle

mysterious medium-paced

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

3.0

I think I need to come to terms with the fact that I prefer Holmes in movie form. 

Chaotic Apéritifs by Tao Wong

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-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

5.0

I’m so glad the author decided to continue with this series. These books are delightful and I can’t wait to read the next one!

Feminism for the 99%: A Manifesto by Cinzia Arruzza, Nancy Fraser, Tithi Bhattacharya

informative fast-paced

4.0

A solid listen but I agree with other reviews that this reads as being for people who already agree with the topic versus being geared towards people trying to start learning about the topic. 

Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity in This Crisis (And the Next) by Dean Spade

informative fast-paced

4.0

Interesting and worthwhile listen.

Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Shane Hawk, Theodore C. Van Alst Jr.

dark tense medium-paced

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

5.0

Every story in this book is so good! Like no joke, I was left with my jaw on the floor saying “holy sh*t” on several of them.

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle

mysterious 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

2.5

Problematic ideas and words aside, the format of this story may have worked when serialized but in book form leaves a lot to be desired. The more that I read Holmes, the more I realize I like the movies better.