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137 reviews
Wordslut: A Feminist Guide to Taking Back the English Language by Amanda Montell
informative
fast-paced
5.0
Immortal Dark by Tigest Girma
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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
4.0
Yea, this book is worth the Hype.
At first I really hated the main character. But as her story develops, she really grew on me. The concept of a secret school that protects/imprisons vampires and the limited people they can drink from in an incredibly tenuous peace... That definitely sucked me in. And the story gets more and more intense and sets up the next book with a lot of potential.
At first I really hated the main character. But as her story develops, she really grew on me. The concept of a secret school that protects/imprisons vampires and the limited people they can drink from in an incredibly tenuous peace... That definitely sucked me in. And the story gets more and more intense and sets up the next book with a lot of potential.
The Maid and the Crocodile by Jordan Ifueko
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-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
4.25
This was a sweet little romance. It's set in the same world as Raybearer, but you don't necessarily have to read the duology first. I liked the further examination of the world from the perspective of a disabled orphan. The way the relationship developed was intriguing. And I love a revolutionary undertone.
House of Frank by Kay Synclaire
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
This book was just not for me. I didn't like the characters. I see what the author was trying to do with the themes if grief, but it didn't resonate with me.
Writing an Identity Not Your Own: A Guide for Creative Writers by Alex Temblador
informative
fast-paced
5.0
This is a great overview of a lot of identies and a perfect launching point for your research. It goes over a lot of the major discussions and concerns within each of the communities to give you a good idea of what you should be researching into. If you're new to writing an identity not your own, this is a great book to pick up.
Jon's Downright Ridiculous Shooting Case by A.J. Sherwood
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
1.0
The snark is playful and the romance is cute, but there are a lot of colloquialisms that don't feel well informed. I didn't feel minority characters were well portrayed. There's an attempt made to understand a character handicapped by not being able to use technology, but ultimately I was left wanting more depth. And I really don't love the mentally ill as villain trope.
Sick Bargain by Nordika Night
dark
emotional
slow-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? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Stalking, Suicide attempt, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
The Broposal by Sonora Reyes
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Hijinks, shenanigans, high stakes, and all the feelings. A cute romance with plenty of of dumb soft boy moments, but also discussions on immigration and recovering from abusive relationships.
Han is autistic and the miscommunications are so real and relatable. I love the way Kenny accommodates him, and the ways he shows love back to Kenny.
I received and ALC from Libro.fm
Han is autistic and the miscommunications are so real and relatable. I love the way Kenny accommodates him, and the ways he shows love back to Kenny.
I received and ALC from Libro.fm
Redemptor by Jordan Ifueko
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
This is a really lovely end to this duology! There is always the worry that second books will pale in comparison to the first. I think this one is just as well crafted and interesting as the first, Iove the message of this book, and it wraps things up nicely.