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The Hollow Plane by Allison Carr Waechter
Did not finish book. Stopped at 20%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 20%.
DNFed on page 78. My first DNF of the year.
Unfortunately I found this story slow and boring. The characters didn't keep me interested enough to slog through. I'm glad other readers enjoyed this, but it wasn't for me.
Persuasion by Jane Washington, Jaymin Eve
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
- 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
Blood of Hercules by Jasmine Mas
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
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
This is definitely darker than I expected for a Greek Mythology retelling. There are trigger warnings in the beginning, but I didn't think there would be suicide ideation throughout the whole book. I understand why Alexis kept having those thoughts. She had a rough childhood and it gets worse for her. I found all the characters interesting. I am really intrigued by Achilles, Patro, Kharon, Augustus and Nyx. Nyx was so unhinged and delusional in the best way. I know a lot of shit is going to go down in the next book. I can't wait to see what happens even though the ending was abrupt.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
The Bet by Max Monroe
adventurous
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It took a while for me to start liking the MMC Jude. He’s used to be a fuck boy til Sophie.
A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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? No
5.0
My first 5 star read this year! I really loved this book.
The banter and chemistry between Carolina and Lalo was top notch. Carolina is a bad ass and holds her own throughout this story. Lalo is another lovable green flag MMC. I'm hoping that Hollywood turns this into a movie, if they produce it correctly.
Trickery by Jane Washington, Jaymin Eve
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Willa has to be one of the most clumsiest FMC's I have ever read in a series. I kept thinking she needed to be in bubble wrap the whole time. A lot of bless your heart moments with her too. It was a fun read. I'm looking forward to learning more about the five brothers and their gifts.
A Song to Drown Rivers by Ann Liang
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
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
4.0
Reading this book made me realized how much of a shit spy I would have been. I can't hide my facial expressions and my husband informed me I talk in my sleep sometimes. So there's that. This retelling was bittersweet. I don't want to give anything away, but Fanli and Xishi deserved better. I will leave it at that.
Heart of the Shadow King by Sylvia Mercedes
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
4.0
"You are all l've ever needed. Your strength. And your weakness."
"I will always come for you, Faraine. No matter how far you go, no matter what darkness you face. I will come. And I will stand beside you."
Vor has to be one of the nicest King's ever. He was one big walking giant green flag the whole time. I like to tell myself I was more enraptured than Faraine was with Vor. I liked most of the characters. The world building was really interesting. I enjoyed the crystal magic system throughout this series. I'm looking forward to reading the branch off series Warbride.
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison
Did not finish book. Stopped at 42%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 42%.
DNF on page 142. I'm definitely in the minority here giving this book a 1 star. Normally I love fake dating and friends to lovers tropes, but this wasn't it. Stella kind of drove me nuts. I also got annoyed with the constant internal monologues. The story did not hold my interests at all. I was telling my friend what I was reading and got the title of the book wrong. That's not a good sign to not even remember the proper title to the book l'm reading. Unfortunately this one wasn't for me.