tylerc04's reviews
129 reviews

Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall

4.75

i feel bad that i dnf’d this book all those years ago but im so glad i came back to it and reread it because i loved it so much 

The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden

5.0

Freida girl how do you do it. this book was absolutely incredible!

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

5.0

‘you love me, real or not?’ ‘real’ 
this book had me SCREAMING! i didn’t mean for it to take me so long but i’ve been all over the place and really wanted to make sure that when i read it im focused. oh my days these books are just so incredible 

The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

5.0

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

5.0

OH MY GOD THAT ENDED HAS ME SHOOK I NEED TO INHALE THE NEXT BOOK 

Real Pigeons Fight Crime by Andrew McDonald

5.0

here is my little brothers review: ‘i liked the plot twist of the mega bat being the bat trapper and the twist of the cat being a crow in disguise, i am very excited for the next villain  of the story’ 

The Appeal by Janice Hallett

challenging funny mysterious 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

4.5

This book took me a little while to get into. There is a crowd of characters that I had to learn the connections between and understand their views of the other characters. Once more things began to develop into the plot it became more enjoyable as well as confusing. I would advise that you keep a pen and paper next to you if you want help solve this case alongside the narration, if not then just reading along watching them uncover the truth is just as fun. Near the end of the book (100-200 pages left) I really got into it and genuinely started to connect the dots myself. Once I had finished the book I had really enjoyed reading it, despite the rocky start. I would advise anyone who want to read this to maybe give it a chance to get going and not to DNF it too quickly. 
Overall a solid read, well enjoyed and looking forward to reading The Christmas Appeal in the winter! 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Sexual assault, Suicide

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

challenging dark emotional medium-paced

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

5.0

I had never read the books before this, but I have previously watched all the films. In comparison to the films I love this book so much more. The characters are so well written and I felt such a connection with each of them individually. Every scene with Rue broke my heart, especially knowing what happens in the films. SPOILERS AHEAD! The scene where we the readers and Katniss find out about Peeta's amputation I was in SHOCK, why was this never in the films!! The end line of the book however left me wanting more, you'll never guess what I am reading next!?

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Animal death, Child death, Violence

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi

informative reflective medium-paced

4.0

As a historian (in training) I have read PLENTY of history books, however I noticed I have never really expanded my library past European history. Due to current events I thought now is a netter time than ever. I think it's vital to learn not only our own history but also the history of other countries and cultures. I cannot stress enough how informative this book is, it gives you an eye opening look into a history that is so hidden due to oppression.

If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio

dark emotional funny mysterious tense 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

5.0

OH MY GOODNESS!!
I cannot believe it took me so long to get around to reading this book, it was nothing short of incredible. It was like an incredible mix of The Marauders meets Agatha Christie. I was lucky enough to read this alongside two of my friends (who had previously read the book) which such fun, it allowed me to discuss my ideas and theories with people who knew exactly what I was talking about. Every time I thought I had it figured out there was another twist, another discovering, I could not stop reading this book it was impossible to put it down.