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20 reviews
House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Lots of great twists that really got me! I was worried at first the curve of understanding the setup of the universe and it's beings would be difficult but I found myself catching on quickly. Beautifully focused on themes of greif.
Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.75
Continues to build on loveable characters and their relationships. Further delves into the struggles they face as an oppressed class in a way that discusses serious issues without making the overall tone too dark. Continues a beautiful story of love and perseverance.
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
A good balance of action/preparing for action and personal relationships. This one threw a lot of great twists!
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
emotional
inspiring
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
4.75
Loved the juxtaposition of heavy emotional situations with a very logically minded main character. A great depiction of a strong woman who defies sexist expectations with logic, brilliance, and grace.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
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
4.75
An interesting and well executed concept, that turned into a beautiful inspiration about life and regrets. The kind of story that makes you appreciate your life more.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Drug abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Death of parent
The begging starts with a suicide attempt, but details are largely spared and the act itself is not described beyond a small reference
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
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
This one made me truly fall in love with the series. Builds more on characters and has some twists that shifted the story in the best way. Love the way this one really delved into discussions of trauma.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Sexual assault, War, and Injury/Injury detail
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
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
4.25
The way this is written is so fun, and the way they build visuals of the circus is so beautiful. The way things were revealed was well done.
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
This is the perfect, lighthearted, escapism, kick your feet queer romance. The characters are so easy to love. A comfort book I always come back to.
Blended by Sharon M. Draper
emotional
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
A very easy to read insight into the life of a mixed girl with divorced parents. The discussions of racism and struggles of a child of divorce were so powerful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gun violence, Racism, and Police brutality
City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert
adventurous
emotional
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
Loved the way this touched on regret and morals through someone looking back on their life. I thought the way things came together in the end worked very well.
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and War