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480 reviews

challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad 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? It's complicated

5.0

MF THIS IS A GOOD BOOK! There were so many details of the main character that put me smack dab in her shoes. So much so that I knew early on this was going to make me cry. And I loathe crying. It makes me mad. But I kept going and let the tears flow. It was worth it. Emma Grey does such an amazing job balancing grief with joy. It’s raw and real and I just want to thank her for this story.

The Christmas Tree Farm by Laurie Gilmore

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funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.0

For my friend who like the “good girl” smut, this one is for you! It goes a little spicier than the first two in the series while still maintaining to warm and cozy vibes overall.

The Cinnamon Bun Book Store by Laurie Gilmore

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funny hopeful lighthearted 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

4.0

Such a sweet love story. Just what I needed.

Persephone Station by Stina Leicht

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adventurous dark fast-paced

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

3.0

While I found the plot premise interesting and it delivers a satisfying ending, I never found myself fully engaged in the story. I really wanted to but it never stuck for me. I’m not sure I was ever able to distinguish between most of the characters and this could be an issue of the narrator on the audiobook but there also wasn’t a lot available to work from. This world could also do well with an expansion of events.

A Burst of Light: and Other Essays by Audre Lorde, Sonia Sanchez

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challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective slow-paced

5.0

Such incredibly beautiful words to describe difficult experiences and specific perspectives. Audre Lorde’s words have given me much to resonate with. Would recommend to anyone looking to understand and absorb other’s experiences.

Demon in the Wood Graphic Novel by Leigh Bardugo

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dark informative mysterious sad fast-paced