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The Fate of the Tearling by Erika Johansen

adventurous challenging tense 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? Yes

3.75

I did NOT like the ending of this. And it's the last in the trilogy! Definitely had me yelling, "That's it? That's how it ends? I feel duped!" The ending wrapped things up similar to how viewers felt at the series finale of "Lost". That being said... I really did enjoy re-reading this series! The character development really made me like and dislike them, and I was hooked by the plot! I still recommend this series... with the caveat that the ending will completely anger you. 

The Invasion of the Tearling by Erika Johansen

adventurous dark tense medium-paced

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

4.0

So good. This second reading grabbed my attention far more than the first reading did. Can't wait to read the final installment!

Iris Kelly Doesn't Date by Ashley Herring Blake

funny lighthearted 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? Yes

4.0

Adorable. Light hearted and simply cute. Quite spicy. I’ve loved the Bright Falls setting. 

The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen

adventurous dark medium-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

4.5

2nd time reading this series. So good. 4.5*. Great world building, charismatic characters! Dystopian with a historical feel- hard to explain but so good.

Trail of the Lost: The Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail by Andrea Lankford

adventurous challenging emotional hopeful informative reflective fast-paced

4.0

This was great as an audiobook. The narrator's voice was soothing and compelled me to keep listening. As the book went on, I was drawn to the PCT Trail Angels and wished I lived closer so I could help however I could. I'm a realist in understanding my abilities, but reading books about hiking makes me want to get out there and move!

Funny Story by Emily Henry

emotional funny lighthearted 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

4.0

This was cute. I was hoping for more of a library storyline, but I'm biased. Cheesy/unrealistic moments, but that comes with the genre. I cried, I laughed, I rooted for the characters. Another good tome by Emily Henry!

Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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

5.0

I’m fully loving this series! These queer romances are the bee’s knees and I can’t stop myself from smiling and laughing right along with the characters. Can’t wait to start #3. 

Nightwatching by Tracy Sierra

dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

4.0

Jimmy Fallon's viewers selected this title as the first "book club" read with Jimmy, so I was intrigued. Some of the internal thoughts of the main character confused me because I listened to this on audio. If I had read the text, I likely would've been able to pick up on the difference. Admittedly, I had to listen to this moreso during the day and not too close to when I'd arrive home alone. The plausibility of this situation was enough to keep me on the edge of my seat and tense.  

Here We Go Again by Alison Cochrun

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted reflective sad 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

5.0

Absolutely wonderful! Received this arc from a friend, and it didn’t disappoint! Get the wine and tissues ready- it’s a wild trip! 

The Tea Dragon Tapestry by K. O'Neill

lighthearted reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Another sweet graphic novel! Last in the series (so far as anyone knows), and a really cute way to wrap up the characters and story lines. The illustrations in all three of these were so beautiful!