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The Half Life of Valery K by Natasha Pulley

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adventurous funny mysterious tense fast-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

This book really drew me in! It wasn’t as heavy as I thought it might be, surprisingly funny despite the serious premise. I was very much rooting for the main characters the whole time. I was totally absorbed which is the best feeling while reading. Especially loved the mix of genres that make this book  unique (Historical fiction + sci fi + thriller + romance) 
She Memes Well by Quinta Brunson

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emotional funny reflective fast-paced

4.5

I laughed out loud quite a few times while reading. Picked this one up because I love Abbott Elementary and Quinta Brunson did not disappoint! 
Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
I tried to listen to this book while I was sick and listening to this woman’s constant complaining definitely did not make me feel better. Her ex husband obviously sucks but he’s also kind of right which is very annoying. 
One in a Millennial: On Friendship, Feelings, Fangirls, and Fitting In by Kate Kennedy

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4.25

I had never heard of Kate Kennedy or her podcast, just grabbed this book because I loved the cover and title. It was awesome!! I underlined so many things and came back to them in the weeks after reading. It was hilarious and thoughtful and of course incredibly relatable. 
Bride by Ali Hazelwood

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funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

4.25

I enjoyed this book more than I thought I would! It was funny and sweet and some plot twists actually got me! 
Just Haven't Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

This book was so sweet and fun, I’ll definitely be reading more by Sophie Cousens! Also the narrator was great and some parts had me laughing out loud.  
Dear Emmie Blue by Lia Louis

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emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

A great rom com with meaningful and interesting subplots and supporting characters. I’ll definitely be reading Lia Louis’s other books! 
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My Time Among the Whites: Notes from an Unfinished Education by Jennine Capó Crucet

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funny informative reflective fast-paced

4.0

Interesting, funny, and thought provoking, especially the part about her speaking on the college campus and finding a wedding DJ in Miami.  I’ll keep reading whatever Capó Crucet writes! 
Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

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emotional hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book was beautiful. I really loved the first half especially, the second half I felt dragged a tiny bit. Overall I loved how the author didn’t shy away from difficult feelings and didn’t leave anything unsaid. I was super invested in the characters 
The Blood of Olympus by Rick Riordan

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adventurous funny hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.25

Great ending to a great series!! House Of Hades was still my favorite since it had the most Percy and Annabeth but he did an awesome job of fleshing out all the other characters.
I saw a reel early on that had me convinced that Jason was going to die so any time he talked about the future I was like :( but then he didn’t! Lol so that was a nice surprise