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Quicksilver by Callie Hart
adventurous
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
This started off reading like a standard romantasy, then it got REALLY good. I absolutely loved the second half of this book. There were so many twists and reveals and things that made me excited for the next book.
The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I've read (and loved) the original Bone Season but this author's preferred version hits different. It is perfect. I listened to this on audiobook (brilliantly narrated by Alana Kerr Collins) and I loved it.
The Light and Shade of Ellen Swithin by DG Coutinho
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This was a brilliant rollercoaster of a read. I loved in. Ellen is an absolute delight. A perfect read for anyone who has worked in a toxic office environment or daydreamed about unaliving an annoying coworker.
Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
I wanted to love this. But I can't get on board with the insta love that's developed. We've gone from this guy being awful to her loving him in just a few pages with no explanation of how or why.
What the River Knows by Isabel Ibañez
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
This book is uncovering ancient Egyptian artefacts with magic and a family that really puts the "fun" in dysfunctional. I enjoyed it. Parts were a bit on the slow side for me but the last chapter ruined me and I will be needing the next book now.
A Language of Dragons by S.F. Williamson
adventurous
dark
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Bletchley Park, politics and war with dragons. Everything is better with dragons. This book also reflects on mortality, control and the power of language. An absolute banger.