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Jade City by Fonda Lee

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adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-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? Yes

3.5

I enjoyed the story. There were some really great fight scenes. I think I'll read the rest of the trilogy. 
The Beloved by J.R. Ward

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  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

A great continuation of the world and lives of the Brotherhood. Love getting to know the children of the Brothers and their love stories... I especially loved the struggle within for Nalla when it came to her parents, and what she was having a difficult time dealing with when it came to being Z's daughter, and the world of possible dating... 
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson

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

5.0

This book kept me guessing until the end! Which is a must for me when it comes to murder mystery books, and film. I couldn't help but have a strange sensation I was reading a Guy Richie film. The humor used, and the cast of characters had a lot to do with that. I  would recommend to mystery readers, and I would go further to suggest reafing with a buddy as I did. Sharing thought and theories with a friend made this even better, imo.
Mislaid in Parts Half-Known by Seanan McGuire

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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? Yes

4.5

I love being back in this world of doorways to other worlds. I am glad this is a continuation of Antsy's story as well as what feels like a completion of journey for others.
Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James

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  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This one is not for the faint of heart. It goes to some really dark places... For those that need them check for trigger warnings... 
I didn't dislike the book. I spent about 40% thinking if nothing changes in the story in the next 10% I might "dnf".  I was confused,  but now I know why. Our main character was also putting things together. Tracker was hired to find a boy, and he wasn't the only one looking. Tracker was given multiple stories and attempting to "sniff" through the truth wrapped in lies... The horror aspect also threw me off. I'm not reel big on human flesh consumption. Just sayin'. What really kept me continuing the book was the friendship between Tracker and Leopard, and wondering what put him in front of an Inquisition Preist. 
I am doubtful I will pick up another in this world, but have no regret with this read, as I continue to discover more what I jive with over other darker themes.
Rosie's Travelling Tea Shop by Rebecca Raisin

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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Rosie's Traveling Tea Shop was a delightful read. I wasn't expecting the humor to have me laughing so hard. In the future I hope to pick up another book in this series. I wasn't expecting a clean romance either, and found it to be refreshing.  Books like this will be a great palette cleanser between heavier themed books.
The Ice by Ryan Cahill

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adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful lighthearted mysterious sad tense 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

4.0

I always feel a novella is like a snack between books in any series. They enhance the story, the characters,  and the world. This was just that for me as I wasn't ready yet to let go and move on while we wait for book #4. I love reading more about the journey to acquiring the dragon egg, and it strengthened Aeson's motivation. I'm anticipating more adventures to come
Assassin's Quest by Robin Hobb

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adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious sad tense medium-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

4.0

It was a wonderfully satisfying ending to the first trilogy  by Hobb.  Fitz suffers so many things and sacrifices so much for the good of the kingdom and family. I suspected who the Elderlings are, and I do like being right. I am so glad I picked up this trilogy and will have no qualms choosing the next Robin Hobb trilogy in the world of the Elderlings. What's not to love? I  got magic, animal companions, found family, and in the end, legendary mythical creatures!
Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb

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adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious sad tense medium-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

4.0

Just when you think things can't get any worse for Fitz.... **sigh** NightEyes is my favorite side character atm... as well as the Fool.
Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb

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  • 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? It's complicated

4.0

A great start to my journey into the Realm of the Elderlings. I look forward to reading more books in this world. Poor Fitz.