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Bride by Ali Hazelwood
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Yet another amazing read from Ali Hazelwood, I will buy anything this author writes. I finished this in two days but the only reason it took so long is because work got in the way otherwise I would’ve stayed up past midnight to read this.
5 out of 5 stars, despite the fact it’s vampires and werewolves this was such a believable enemies to lovers tale.
5 out of 5 stars, despite the fact it’s vampires and werewolves this was such a believable enemies to lovers tale.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Violence
American Psycho by Bret Easton Ellis
Did not finish book. Stopped at 38%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 38%.
I thought I was prepared going into this book, I wasn’t . This book is horrifying and I truly mean horrifying. I understand there are books that are also horrifying, but I don’t think any of them come to the level of this pure violence. Wish I had never been recommended it as an amazing book. I dread to think what the movie is like.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Torture, Classism, Emotional abuse, Animal cruelty, Violence, Physical abuse, Mental illness, and Body horror
Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge
Did not finish book. Stopped at 18%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 18%.
Inaccurate historically (see reviews about inaccuracies on other reviews). Very angry author. Seemed more interested in demeaning the people around them than discussing on a rational level. I wanted to like it but being insulted isn’t my jam. We need to talk about racism to solve it but being angry at all white people doesn’t seem like a good idea to start with.
I’m always open to how I can change my behaviour but it doesn’t seem like the author would ever be interested in us doing that.
I’m always open to how I can change my behaviour but it doesn’t seem like the author would ever be interested in us doing that.
Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Such an amazing read. Top 10 books of all time for me. Tress was the perfect angel who deserves everything. Such a good magic system and a good introduction to Brandon Sanderson for a lot of people. Loved it
A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon by Sarah Hawley
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Such a lovely warm read. Really made me squeal with joy.
Love on the Brain by Ali Hazelwood
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Loved it so adorable, I loved the science, NASA stuff is awesome, the assistant is very gen z and edgy bit stereotypical but I enjoyed the relationship between them.
Another one of Ali Hazelwoods books that I throughly enjoyed. I read the Love hypothesis first and then picked up this because it looks great.
I can definitely see where some would be put off by the similarities but mostly I wasn't, it feels different enough that I can appreciate the characters by themselves without comparing them to Olive and Adam. However we shall see if that holds the same for her next book.
I do like a good enemies to lovers however I think this was a little too rushed for me, I like a bit more slow burn so lower rating because of that
I enjoyed the twitter shenanigans with WWMCD and the take down of the system
overall a great read.
Another one of Ali Hazelwoods books that I throughly enjoyed. I read the Love hypothesis first and then picked up this because it looks great.
I can definitely see where some would be put off by the similarities but mostly I wasn't, it feels different enough that I can appreciate the characters by themselves without comparing them to Olive and Adam. However we shall see if that holds the same for her next book.
I do like a good enemies to lovers however I think this was a little too rushed for me, I like a bit more slow burn so lower rating because of that
I enjoyed the twitter shenanigans with WWMCD and the take down of the system
overall a great read.
Content Warnings
Minor: Gun violence
Reader I Married Me by Sophie Tanner
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I dithered over the rating this book should have for ages. On the one hand its a well written book that has great character development and a great message
Or the other hand I had to put it down a lot, there are lots of cringe parts and I'm sometimes not in the mood for cringe.
There is a strong message of self love in this book which isn't surprising considering the name of the book. In essence woman tells men she doesn't need them and she loves herself and the world predictively goes apeshit at this.
I really enjoyed the end of the book Chloe got the love she deserved the acceptance that she could love herself and its a beautiful ending
I think this book although it has a great message is just is a bit too full on for my reading taste, hence the low stars, however I believe its still a great read for others. I didn't spot about any typos or formatting issues and it flowed very well.
I got this from aboxofstories book box a while ago, in the end not for me but would recommend to a few friends who like this sort of thing.
Or the other hand I had to put it down a lot, there are lots of cringe parts and I'm sometimes not in the mood for cringe.
There is a strong message of self love in this book which isn't surprising considering the name of the book. In essence woman tells men she doesn't need them and she loves herself and the world predictively goes apeshit at this.
I really enjoyed the end of the book Chloe got the love she deserved the acceptance that she could love herself and its a beautiful ending
I think this book although it has a great message is just is a bit too full on for my reading taste, hence the low stars, however I believe its still a great read for others. I didn't spot about any typos or formatting issues and it flowed very well.
I got this from aboxofstories book box a while ago, in the end not for me but would recommend to a few friends who like this sort of thing.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity
Lord of Eternal Night by Ben Alderson
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Loved the characters, loved the story and the vampire elements. Its an interesting take on a classic tale.
However the plot felt a bit flat at the end and the writing style did cause me to lose pace quite a few times.
However for enjoyment, I did enjoy the book and binged it in a day. I would definitely try some more of his books
However the plot felt a bit flat at the end and the writing style did cause me to lose pace quite a few times.
However for enjoyment, I did enjoy the book and binged it in a day. I would definitely try some more of his books
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Sexual content
The Shining by Stephen King
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I've never read a Stephen king book until the stand uncut. I was terrified and in awe of the writing so I decided to pick this up. I have never seen the movie, honestly I'm not a horror fan. But oh boy.
This was chilling, it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time and I didn't want to put it down even though I was scared out of my mind when I read certain parts.
After reading both this, and the stand I am certainly a Stephen King fan and have already bought some more of his books, heavily recommended by friends. Firestarter, carrie, It and pet semetary if anyone wants to know.
Overall I loved this book and would definitely read again. Its as brilliant now as I imagine it would have been 30 plus years ago
This was chilling, it kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time and I didn't want to put it down even though I was scared out of my mind when I read certain parts.
After reading both this, and the stand I am certainly a Stephen King fan and have already bought some more of his books, heavily recommended by friends. Firestarter, carrie, It and pet semetary if anyone wants to know.
Overall I loved this book and would definitely read again. Its as brilliant now as I imagine it would have been 30 plus years ago
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, and Addiction
Troublemaker: Surviving Hollywood and Scientology by Leah Remini, Rebecca Paley
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
slow-paced
4.25
Leah Remini is nothing but honest in her tell all tale. She doesn't shy away from admitting her mistakes. She knows she isn't perfect and she doesn't care.
This is the second book I have read about someone escaping scientology and again it all ties together, its interesting to see the prospective of someone within the celebrity centre who was higher up than most.
I really respect Leah remini for her ongoing search for Shelly miscaviage and her work to bring scientology to justice and it really shows how much she has grown from her start in this book.
0.75* knocked off because I did find her discussion around her acting career slightly boring but that's me, I never saw Kings of queens so her comments about her career went over my head,
Overall though an enjoyable read about escaping/leaving the cult of scientology
This is the second book I have read about someone escaping scientology and again it all ties together, its interesting to see the prospective of someone within the celebrity centre who was higher up than most.
I really respect Leah remini for her ongoing search for Shelly miscaviage and her work to bring scientology to justice and it really shows how much she has grown from her start in this book.
0.75* knocked off because I did find her discussion around her acting career slightly boring but that's me, I never saw Kings of queens so her comments about her career went over my head,
Overall though an enjoyable read about escaping/leaving the cult of scientology
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gaslighting, Bullying, Classism, and Religious bigotry