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A Terrible Kindness by Jo Browning Wroe
Did not finish book. Stopped at 3%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 3%.
I lost intrest in this book, so I couldn't finish it. I realised it isn't meant for me.
Earthlings by Sayaka Murata
mysterious
tense
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? Yes
2.75
💫This book was an interesting read, it was something different. It discussed important topics and I found myself sometimes relating to Natsuki; there were moments that shook me.
📈But the book was really weird, I just couldn't get into it.
📈But the book was really weird, I just couldn't get into it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Sexual assault, Cannibalism
What's a Girl Gotta Do? by Holly Bourne
emotional
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
💫The book focuses on Sexism, Feminism and the fight to change the world.
💫I resonated in the story, as some events mirror my own and the parents child relationship.
💫Loved the witness
📈Wished there was more depth, sometimes.
💫I resonated in the story, as some events mirror my own and the parents child relationship.
💫Loved the witness
📈Wished there was more depth, sometimes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment
Moderate: Bullying, Rape
Minor: Cursing, Alcohol
Girl, Serpent, Thorn by Melissa Bashardoust
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
💫Plotline was very interesting and different, I like the fantasy element.
💫Takes on a modern take including topics like LGBTQ.
💫Resonated with character in some part, e.g. searching for feeling of belonging.
📈Female lead was annoying, she was incredibly indecisive and lacked will power to think.
📈She was made weak for character development, but she was made TOO weak. There were times she could have done more, but she didn't.
💫Takes on a modern take including topics like LGBTQ.
💫Resonated with character in some part, e.g. searching for feeling of belonging.
📈Female lead was annoying, she was incredibly indecisive and lacked will power to think.
📈She was made weak for character development, but she was made TOO weak. There were times she could have done more, but she didn't.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Violence
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Blood
Minor: Torture
A Touch of Darkness by Scarlett St. Clair
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I have missed this genre plus these feelings the book gave me. I'm so happy to read this book.
💫I loved the spicy scenes, there was clear chemistry between Hades and Persephone. You could feel characters emotions, especially resonated with Persephone relationship with her mother; sacrificing her dreams for her parents + finding it difficult to stand up to them. Feeling powerless and low belief in herself.
📈I thought that the certain scenes were rushed and sometimes I did expect more.
💫I loved the spicy scenes, there was clear chemistry between Hades and Persephone. You could feel characters emotions, especially resonated with Persephone relationship with her mother; sacrificing her dreams for her parents + finding it difficult to stand up to them. Feeling powerless and low belief in herself.
📈I thought that the certain scenes were rushed and sometimes I did expect more.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual assault
Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
emotional
informative
lighthearted
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
💫The book is an easy read, it talks about anxiety, mental health, trauma, abuse, heartbreak and family relationships.
💫I loved the little witty lines, it added a personality to the book
💫You could feel characters emotions and the pain. I resonated with Queenie in terms of mental health.
📈 Queenie did annoy me sometimes😅
💫I loved the little witty lines, it added a personality to the book
💫You could feel characters emotions and the pain. I resonated with Queenie in terms of mental health.
📈 Queenie did annoy me sometimes😅
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Racism, Sexual violence
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders
Freckles by Cecelia Ahern
Did not finish book. Stopped at 9%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 9%.
I couldn't finish because the writing is messy..sometimes it feels like rambling.
The Girl Who Reads on the Métro by Christine Féret-Fleury
Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
Although it was nice to explore new genre, I couldn't get into the story...however the book is an easy read and wasn't bad.
I Was Born for This by Alice Oseman
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
💫This book was an easy read, I enjoyed it very much. It discusses fandom culture, identity and mental health.
💫 I could feel characters emotions and relate to both leads. For example the negative fandom stereotypes, anxiety.
📈 I did lose a bit of intrest near the end.
💫 I could feel characters emotions and relate to both leads. For example the negative fandom stereotypes, anxiety.
📈 I did lose a bit of intrest near the end.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
The Dog Share by Fiona Gibson
Did not finish book. Stopped at 16%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 16%.
I was expecting so much from this book, but I was disappointed. It is a slow pace book so..it's kinda annoying. I just wasn't making a connection enough.