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The Priory of the Orange Tree by Samantha Shannon
adventurous
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? No
4.0
This was headed for a 5* book. I loved the world building and the strong female characters. However it felt too rushed in places, especially the last part. I’d of loved for it to have gone into more details about the journeys so feel it could have been split into two different books. Overall I did enjoy it though. I do wish there were more dragons though.
Weyward by Emilia Hart
challenging
dark
emotional
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? No
5.0
I can’t believe this is a debut novel. The way she describes things made me feel like I was there. Amazing for the flowers, insects etc.. not so good with that one particular rape scene.
Loved the witchy vibes although don’t buy it if you want fantasy as this is more an historical fiction.
Loved the witchy vibes although don’t buy it if you want fantasy as this is more an historical fiction.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape, Blood, Abortion
Moderate: Domestic abuse
Minor: Death of parent
Doctor Sleep by Stephen King
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-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
5.0
I loved reading about Danny again. I think I actually preferred this to the shining and I loved the shining too.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Child death
Moderate: Death, Blood, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Sexual violence
The Shining by Stephen King
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Racial slurs, Murder
Moderate: Body horror, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Death of parent
The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera
challenging
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Only read this if you’re ready to ugly cry.
Us by David Nicholls
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I really enjoyed this book it sucked me into Dougies world with ease. One minute I was on his side the next I couldn’t have been more angry with him. Finished it in 2 days which says it all really.
Godkiller by Hannah Kaner
adventurous
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
I absolutely loved this book. I loved the world building and the diversity of the characters. The only thing I wish was that it was slightly longer.
The Library of the Dead by T.L. Huchu
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
The Keeper of Stories by Sally Page
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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