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Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
challenging
dark
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Such an emotional book. Cried multiple times. Made me very reflective. It’s such a gut-wrenching book. It tackles depression, alcoholism, suicidal ideation, physical and emotional abuse, social awkwardness, and loneliness. I got anxiety during this book as if I was the one that had just accidentally hurt someone’s feelings.
I love the main guy in the book, he reminded me of Chris O’Dowd.
During parts of this book, I really didn’t like the main character. She does grow, though.
I don’t know if I’ll ever want to read this again. It was so anxiety-inducing that I couldn’t sleep last night. I just felt like I couldn’t put it down until there was some resolution.
I love the main guy in the book, he reminded me of Chris O’Dowd.
During parts of this book, I really didn’t like the main character. She does grow, though.
I don’t know if I’ll ever want to read this again. It was so anxiety-inducing that I couldn’t sleep last night. I just felt like I couldn’t put it down until there was some resolution.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol
Moderate: Child abuse and Child death
Minor: Death of parent
The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.0
Such a cute found family story. Love the characters, love their growth. All the little strands got tied up so nicely. I teared up a bit at parts. Really warm, lovely story 🩷
Everyone's a Aliebn When Ur a Aliebn Too by Jomny Sun
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- 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? Yes
4.0
Wow… This is somehow hopeful and sad at the same time. And reflective. Even though it’s fairly simple. Very well done 🩷
Sea of Tranquility by Emily St. John Mandel
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
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
4.0
I love how this is written. Definitely kept me guessing in the beginning. The characters have personalities that I enjoy. They’re all going through it and their inner thoughts are well fleshed out. I also consider this book to be very reflective.
With all of that being said, it didn’t cause any significant emotional reaction within me, or any epiphanies, which usually make a book stick with me, and is usually the reason I’d give a book 5 stars.
It is *very* well done, though.
With all of that being said, it didn’t cause any significant emotional reaction within me, or any epiphanies, which usually make a book stick with me, and is usually the reason I’d give a book 5 stars.
It is *very* well done, though.
Clean Sweep by Ilona Andrews
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Great book that I feel like doesn’t take itself too seriously. The story behind werewolves and vampires is hilarious. There are some “roll your eyes” moments, but overall I was just along for the outlandish ride.
Eldest by Christopher Paolini
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I *fought* to finish this book. So much of it is just training and NOTHING happening. Besides that, I’m over books that portray dudes getting their pride hurt and needing revenge. I just want a bit of emotional competency. Also, how many times does Arya have to say no?! It’s ridiculous.
Idk if I’m going to finish this series. I hate to stop in the middle, but this book took so much effort to finish.
Idk if I’m going to finish this series. I hate to stop in the middle, but this book took so much effort to finish.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Violence
Emergent Properties by Aimee Ogden
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
I loved how much this book lets the reader figure things out on their own instead of spelling it out.
I do wish I knew French 😅 I could have used Google translate for all the French phrases, but I assumed they weren’t absolutely essential.
I do wish I knew French 😅 I could have used Google translate for all the French phrases, but I assumed they weren’t absolutely essential.
The Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I like this book, but strangely feel like something is missing. Can’t quite put my finger on it, though.
Great complex story. Wonderful character development. This book was a bit harder for me to read than the first one; a bit gory/unsettling at times. However, I still didn’t get much emotion from the parts that should be sad.
I didn’t call the ending much beforehand, though it did fit the story well.
The relationship building with the kandra was my favorite part.
Can’t wait to see what happens next 😊
Great complex story. Wonderful character development. This book was a bit harder for me to read than the first one; a bit gory/unsettling at times. However, I still didn’t get much emotion from the parts that should be sad.
I didn’t call the ending much beforehand, though it did fit the story well.
The relationship building with the kandra was my favorite part.
Can’t wait to see what happens next 😊
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Violence
Moderate: Slavery, Violence, and Murder
Minor: Drug abuse and Rape
The Midwinter Witch by Molly Knox Ostertag
adventurous
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? Yes
3.5
This series is good overall. It has really cute art and teaches great values.
The Hidden Witch by Molly Knox Ostertag
adventurous
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? Yes
3.5
I don’t really love the ending of this one.
Good values and lessons, though.
Good values and lessons, though.