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Kingdom of the Feared by Kerri Maniscalco
adventurous
dark
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
This was honestly everything I wanted and needed from the last instalment of this trilogy, I love wrath and Emilia so much and this book just made my heart full
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
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? Yes
5.0
If I could rate it 1000/10 stars I would this book is so bloody good, last page blew my tiny mind being on November for the sequel 👌🏼
Icebreaker by Hannah Grace
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
@hannahgraceauthor take a freaking bow, this book, my heart is so happy right now, the ending, the playlist just perfection 👌🏼 if you love a spicy romance this one is definitely for you, while also tackling some big issues delicately! Everything a good book should be, a huge comfort read and basically just a literary hug
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder, Bullying, and Emotional abuse
How to Kill Men and Get Away With It by Katy Brent
dark
funny
fast-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Animal cruelty, and Sexual assault
Moderate: Suicide attempt and Mental illness
Minor: Vomit
The King is Dead by Benjamin Dean
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.5
Spare by Prince Harry
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
5.0
I actually can’t even think of words to describe this book the only things that come to mind are honest, heartbreaking and just a little sad.
Harry lays everything out on the line in this memoir, his experiences of losing his mother, his experiences of fearing that the same fate would happen to his wife. I don’t think any of us can truly even start to imagine what it’s like to be in the limelight let alone be a royal.
Unlike the media would have people believe this is not a direct attack against the royal family it is actually an attack on the British media themselves and holding them accountable for their actions I think it was the right move for Harry to release his memoir. Yes it’s only his side of the story but it’s a side to the story that needed telling.
No matter your opinions on the royals, on Harry or on Meghan I would recommend this book as an eye opener.
Harry lays everything out on the line in this memoir, his experiences of losing his mother, his experiences of fearing that the same fate would happen to his wife. I don’t think any of us can truly even start to imagine what it’s like to be in the limelight let alone be a royal.
Unlike the media would have people believe this is not a direct attack against the royal family it is actually an attack on the British media themselves and holding them accountable for their actions I think it was the right move for Harry to release his memoir. Yes it’s only his side of the story but it’s a side to the story that needed telling.
No matter your opinions on the royals, on Harry or on Meghan I would recommend this book as an eye opener.
The Fine Print by Lauren Asher
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? Yes
5.0
Obsessed doesn’t even come close to how I feel about this book to be honest, from the amazing playlist Lauren put together at the start which tells the story without even reading it. To the Disney esq love story but make it extra spicy! This is definitely a book I will re read over and over when I’m having a bad day!
Undoctored: The Story of a Medic Who Ran Out of Patients by Adam Kay
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
Another fab book by @amateuradam once again had me laughing at points and crying my eyes out at others, you manage to get the balance perfect every time! Another insight into our wonderful NHS and a reminder that life is not always sunshine and rainbows that you see on social media! This was definitely a 5 star for me (note I would say it needs to come with a trigger warning for rape)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content and Rape
The Society for Soulless Girls by Laura Steven
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
🦋”Gosh funny isn’t it? That all books are just different combinations of the same 26 letter, and the hallucinations in your brain vary wildly depending on what those combinations are.”🦋
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@laurasteven has done it again, this feminist retelling of Jekyll and Hyde is one of my favourite reads this year! It’s the ultimate f/f enemies to lovers stories, it’s witchy, it’s bitchy and it’s just all in all fab. The characters are relatable, as is the story line for anyone who has ever been made to feel helpless or small at the hands of anyone who thinks “anger is unbecoming of young women” written in a sensitive and educational way with strong themes of philosophy all the way through it’s clear a lot of research went into this wonderful story! A 5 ⭐️ read for me for sure!
Boardwalk Kings by Jillian Frost
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-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
3.5