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Burden of Love by Mya
mysterious
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
Overall: 4
I loved how this book jumped right into the drama! So many twist and turns, just as soon as you think you what was going to happen it took another twist. Giving me a Reasonable Doubt in written format. Please be prepared to be left on a cliffhanger!!
I loved how this book jumped right into the drama! So many twist and turns, just as soon as you think you what was going to happen it took another twist. Giving me a Reasonable Doubt in written format. Please be prepared to be left on a cliffhanger!!
Love on the Rebound by Aries Skye
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
4.5
Overall: 4.5
Spice: 3
This is the second book "Love On" series by Aries Skye. He is the brother from Kannon Jordan in the Love on the Ninth Floor. The relationship between Kinston Jordan and Angela are fighting the feeling for each other because they are both afraid of having their hearts broken again. Go on this amazing journey as the learn to love again. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
Spice: 3
This is the second book "Love On" series by Aries Skye. He is the brother from Kannon Jordan in the Love on the Ninth Floor. The relationship between Kinston Jordan and Angela are fighting the feeling for each other because they are both afraid of having their hearts broken again. Go on this amazing journey as the learn to love again. I can't wait for the next book in the series.
The World Around Us by Lauren Lacey
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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
4.5
Overall: 4.5
Spice: 3
Based on the cover and first few chapters you think this is going to be a cute light rom-com. Boy was I wrong. This is anything but light, but you get drama, plot twist and just the right amount of spice. You watch the story unfold between Tiffany & Mason fight to get back to each other and see how their lives have been interconnected since they were kids and didn't know until their late 20's. You will find yourself rooting for them, each time a speed bump appears. Lauren Lacey has done it again and I can't wait to read the rest in the series.
Spice: 3
Based on the cover and first few chapters you think this is going to be a cute light rom-com. Boy was I wrong. This is anything but light, but you get drama, plot twist and just the right amount of spice. You watch the story unfold between Tiffany & Mason fight to get back to each other and see how their lives have been interconnected since they were kids and didn't know until their late 20's. You will find yourself rooting for them, each time a speed bump appears. Lauren Lacey has done it again and I can't wait to read the rest in the series.
A Staten Island Love Letter: The Forgotten Borough by Jahquel J.
adventurous
emotional
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
Reclaim Me by J.L. Seegars
emotional
informative
reflective
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
4.5
Overall 4.5
Spice 2
This a romance love story on two friends finding their way back to each other after 9+ years.
Pay attention because it does the then/now jump, so it can be a little confusing. It' almost like flash back to enhance current day situations.
More lit fic with romance undertones.
Spice 2
This a romance love story on two friends finding their way back to each other after 9+ years.
Pay attention because it does the then/now jump, so it can be a little confusing. It' almost like flash back to enhance current day situations.
More lit fic with romance undertones.
Real Men Knit by Kwana Jackson
4.0
Closed door spice
Friends to lovers
This group of men have just lost their beloved mother and struggle with the idea of keeping her legacy knitting shop or close it. Made hard once they find out about the unknown loan against the shop and childhood home. Through it all was FMMC, who believed they only saw her as a member of the family.
This was a great love, clean love story. You felt the tension, but it wasn't overpowering.
Friends to lovers
This group of men have just lost their beloved mother and struggle with the idea of keeping her legacy knitting shop or close it. Made hard once they find out about the unknown loan against the shop and childhood home. Through it all was FMMC, who believed they only saw her as a member of the family.
This was a great love, clean love story. You felt the tension, but it wasn't overpowering.
On the Plus Side by Jenny L. Howe
3.0
Pros: Love how fat isn't a bad word in this book. You see someone wanting to just be accepted for themselves and another person wanting you to be someone who fits in. Although the intent behind fitting is to try and keep the hurt at bay but forget their words are cause a different hurt.
Cons: it really wordy and seems the same parts and thoughts are repeated numerous times in numerous chapters, so it feels whiney instead of uplifting.
Cons: it really wordy and seems the same parts and thoughts are repeated numerous times in numerous chapters, so it feels whiney instead of uplifting.