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What I Thought Was True by Huntley Fitzpatrick
2.0
What I Thought Was True, in all honesty, is a fluffy summer read. And the one thing most of you know about me by now is that I do not enjoy fluffy summer reads. I try, but usually I need something deeper and more influential when it comes to contemporaries. When it comes down to it, this is my fault for picking up a book with little expectations because it was cheap at the used book store.
I do not regret reading this book because it was enjoyable for the most part, but I don't think my life is any different because of it. The deepest message from this is that 1-the best boys are the ones who care and 2-rich people assume poor people steal. Both are important messages, I won't deny it, but they were surface messages--nothing groundbreaking or earth shattering. Plus, they weren't shown through action, they came up a few times in conversation. I often prefer showing instead of telling (like all the high school English teachers I've ever had). Though, this is a preference I have, and not something that's certain for everyone.
As for the characters, we have Gwen, who does some fairly questionable things, such as making out with her boyfriend when she should be watching an elderly woman. Personally, that would not be the decision I would make, but you do you, Gwen. Cassidy, however, I do have a bit of a soft spot for. I'm not quite sure why he's still friends with that guy (the one whose name has left my memory) because he's not exactly nice and he treated Gwen horribly. Ditch the negative energies in your lives, guys, it'll be worth it. Nic and his girlfriend (Gwen's best friend, whose name I also cannot remember, oops) were adorable and I do kind of love that they showed the troubles of teenage relationships. However, I found this took too much of a sideline that it felt tacked on and confusing. The family aspect was rather interesting, but her father played a confusing negative role. I wasn't sure why this was and it was never really clarified. He just seemed really angry at essentially nothing and it came out of nowhere. Did I miss something?
In the end, this book was also far too long. Contemporaries shouldn't breach 350 pages, really, because the author runs out of material. A lot of this could have been trimmed down to make it a much simpler and sweet novel. It started to drag a lot toward the end, especially when I couldn't tell what was a flashback and what was present time.
Lastly, Huntley Fitzpatricks's writing felt somewhat immature at times, such as when she wrote "didja" instead of "did you" to give more dialect to the speech. Maybe this is just me, but I can't stand when authors try to make the dialogue more phonetic. It doesn't flow and just looks awkward.
I think, to be fair, that I am not made for romance novels. I cringe at Hallmark movies and laugh when teenagers (even though I'm one myself) think their love will last forever. I'm too much of a realist for fluff. Thus, I recommend not taking my opinion on this book as the sure thing because chances are, if you like romance, you'll like this.
-Book Hugger
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I do not regret reading this book because it was enjoyable for the most part, but I don't think my life is any different because of it. The deepest message from this is that 1-the best boys are the ones who care and 2-rich people assume poor people steal. Both are important messages, I won't deny it, but they were surface messages--nothing groundbreaking or earth shattering. Plus, they weren't shown through action, they came up a few times in conversation. I often prefer showing instead of telling (like all the high school English teachers I've ever had). Though, this is a preference I have, and not something that's certain for everyone.
As for the characters, we have Gwen, who does some fairly questionable things, such as making out with her boyfriend when she should be watching an elderly woman. Personally, that would not be the decision I would make, but you do you, Gwen. Cassidy, however, I do have a bit of a soft spot for. I'm not quite sure why he's still friends with that guy (the one whose name has left my memory) because he's not exactly nice and he treated Gwen horribly. Ditch the negative energies in your lives, guys, it'll be worth it. Nic and his girlfriend (Gwen's best friend, whose name I also cannot remember, oops) were adorable and I do kind of love that they showed the troubles of teenage relationships. However, I found this took too much of a sideline that it felt tacked on and confusing. The family aspect was rather interesting, but her father played a confusing negative role. I wasn't sure why this was and it was never really clarified. He just seemed really angry at essentially nothing and it came out of nowhere. Did I miss something?
In the end, this book was also far too long. Contemporaries shouldn't breach 350 pages, really, because the author runs out of material. A lot of this could have been trimmed down to make it a much simpler and sweet novel. It started to drag a lot toward the end, especially when I couldn't tell what was a flashback and what was present time.
Lastly, Huntley Fitzpatricks's writing felt somewhat immature at times, such as when she wrote "didja" instead of "did you" to give more dialect to the speech. Maybe this is just me, but I can't stand when authors try to make the dialogue more phonetic. It doesn't flow and just looks awkward.
I think, to be fair, that I am not made for romance novels. I cringe at Hallmark movies and laugh when teenagers (even though I'm one myself) think their love will last forever. I'm too much of a realist for fluff. Thus, I recommend not taking my opinion on this book as the sure thing because chances are, if you like romance, you'll like this.
-Book Hugger
http://www.bookhuggerreviews.com
Starfish by Akemi Dawn Bowman
3.0
I'm having trouble putting into words how I feel about this book. It wasn't what I expected...at all. I'm glad Kiko grew by the end and realized she couldn't need Jamie. I'm glad she took time to come back to him. I think that was important and I'm glad it went there, acknowledged that everything else was unhealthy until then.
I just don't think I loved this book the way I wish I did. There was too much telling and not enough showing. It got really good toward the ending, but I still think this book tried to tackle too much and as a result, it didn't tackle any of its topics to their fullest potential. This book is the shell of what it could have been.
If you want to read about screwed up families, biracial families, healing and loving and living, I recommend Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng instead.
But in fairness, I think this story means a lot to some people, and fractions of it meant a lot to me, I just think that I could have connected more to it the way I did with other books.
I'm probably not going to write more of a review, just because I feel too emotionally fractured from it. Some parts felt too personal and writing a longer review would just break open pieces of myself.
The bottom line is: this book is important in its own way. I just think it could have been a lot more than it was.
-Book Hugger
I just don't think I loved this book the way I wish I did. There was too much telling and not enough showing. It got really good toward the ending, but I still think this book tried to tackle too much and as a result, it didn't tackle any of its topics to their fullest potential. This book is the shell of what it could have been.
If you want to read about screwed up families, biracial families, healing and loving and living, I recommend Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng instead.
But in fairness, I think this story means a lot to some people, and fractions of it meant a lot to me, I just think that I could have connected more to it the way I did with other books.
I'm probably not going to write more of a review, just because I feel too emotionally fractured from it. Some parts felt too personal and writing a longer review would just break open pieces of myself.
The bottom line is: this book is important in its own way. I just think it could have been a lot more than it was.
-Book Hugger
An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret Rogerson
3.0
While the whole novel is a three star read, the ending might just be close to five stars.
Review to come, I do hope.
-Book Hugger
Review to come, I do hope.
-Book Hugger
Solitaire by Alice Oseman
5.0
I can definitely tell this is Alice Oseman's debut because it doesn't have the same maturity as Radio Silence, but I loved it? Still? The most special thing about it is that there's a lot under the surface. In that aspect, it reminded me very much of The Catcher in the Rye. Even the blurb on the front cover calls it "The Catcher in the Rye of the digital age" and I can't think of a more accurate description. Throughout, there were subtle references to J.D. Salinger's classic novel, from Michael HOLDEN to Tori dreaming of being caught falling from the cliff like Holden dreams to do in CITR. I recently read The Catcher in the Rye for school and loved it so much, so this was just...really special for me?
Another thing I like about all of Oseman's books is that there's a focus on unhappy endings. None of her books end remarkably happy. All three of them are about a downward spiral, things that get worse before they get better, and have endings that are somewhat optimistic in nature, but remark upon mental health. Solitaire does not end happily, but its ending is important and valuable. This book is about a girl who tries so hard to save other people, like Charlie, that she doesn't realize she needs saving herself. It's also about expecting other people to save you, when you're the only one who can do that. It singlehandedly demolishes the idea that love cures all through both Nick and Charlie's story and Tori's own story.
"All I know is that I’m here. And I’m alive. And I’m not alone.”
At this rate, I'll read everything Alice Oseman writes. Her novels are so timely, so important. This is a book that a historian could look back upon and say, "Yes. This is the 21st century." Oseman captures now so well. While some people may argue that this could cause her books to wither out as time goes on, I think the underlying themes will always be relevant. Fandoms may change, technology may change, but the root of human suffering, love, and friendship won't. Society will always need books that place friendship above romance. Oseman's books are peak millennial culture and I'm living for it.
As for the romance, I wasn't entirely expecting it, but at the same time I was. It was so subtle, so friends to lovers, that it worked remarkably. I won't say who or what because spoilers, but it definitely didn't stray from showing the importance of friendship above all. While this novel discusses romance a little more than Radio Silence did, it's certainly about friendship as well. That's one of my favorite things about Oseman, that her books are first and foremost about friendship, and to expect anything else is foolish.
In a nutshell, I loved this book. It had its flaws, was slightly problematic and crass in the beginning (but it didn't justify the statements, just made it realistic), but all of that is overshadowed by its importance, its message. I urge you to pick up an Alice Oseman book.
Also, a trigger warning for eating disorders and self-harm. Stay safe, folks.
“But books–they’re different. When you watch a film, you’re sort of an outsider looking in. With a book–you’re right there. You are inside. You are the main character.”
-Book Hugger
Blog: http://www.bookhuggerreviews.com
Another thing I like about all of Oseman's books is that there's a focus on unhappy endings. None of her books end remarkably happy. All three of them are about a downward spiral, things that get worse before they get better, and have endings that are somewhat optimistic in nature, but remark upon mental health. Solitaire does not end happily, but its ending is important and valuable. This book is about a girl who tries so hard to save other people, like Charlie, that she doesn't realize she needs saving herself. It's also about expecting other people to save you, when you're the only one who can do that. It singlehandedly demolishes the idea that love cures all through both Nick and Charlie's story and Tori's own story.
"All I know is that I’m here. And I’m alive. And I’m not alone.”
At this rate, I'll read everything Alice Oseman writes. Her novels are so timely, so important. This is a book that a historian could look back upon and say, "Yes. This is the 21st century." Oseman captures now so well. While some people may argue that this could cause her books to wither out as time goes on, I think the underlying themes will always be relevant. Fandoms may change, technology may change, but the root of human suffering, love, and friendship won't. Society will always need books that place friendship above romance. Oseman's books are peak millennial culture and I'm living for it.
As for the romance, I wasn't entirely expecting it, but at the same time I was. It was so subtle, so friends to lovers, that it worked remarkably. I won't say who or what because spoilers, but it definitely didn't stray from showing the importance of friendship above all. While this novel discusses romance a little more than Radio Silence did, it's certainly about friendship as well. That's one of my favorite things about Oseman, that her books are first and foremost about friendship, and to expect anything else is foolish.
In a nutshell, I loved this book. It had its flaws, was slightly problematic and crass in the beginning (but it didn't justify the statements, just made it realistic), but all of that is overshadowed by its importance, its message. I urge you to pick up an Alice Oseman book.
Also, a trigger warning for eating disorders and self-harm. Stay safe, folks.
“But books–they’re different. When you watch a film, you’re sort of an outsider looking in. With a book–you’re right there. You are inside. You are the main character.”
-Book Hugger
Blog: http://www.bookhuggerreviews.com
Warcross by Marie Lu
5.0
I will be honest, I never really planned on reading Warcross. I thought the cover was ugly (and still do, not going to lie), wasn't impressed with the summary, knew it was in a genre I wasn't fond of (virtual reality and gaming just do not interest me), and disliked the first book of Marie Lu's more recent trilogy--The Young Elites. I only read Warcross because my friend had a copy (an ARC copy, nonetheless) and was screaming about it. I generally trust her opinion on books, so I went for it and was pleasantly surprised. This is the Marie Lu I love, the one who wrote Legend, one of my favorite books and series.
I fell in love with Warcross, despite it's few issues. For starters, the plot felt very convenient and unrealistic. Too much worked in Emika's favor. Lu didn't seem to follow the general rules of making everything beyond difficult for the main character. It was really predictable in the beginning and I saw where everything headed before it did. As well, the romance moved quicker than I liked--borderline instalove. My final complaint is that I had a lot of questions in the beginning. However, my worries faded throughout the book as my questions became answered. I wish that there had been more background given in the beginning; however, for sake of pacing, I think Lu dropped information throughout the novel.
Alas, Marie Lu created a world and novel I never wanted to leave. Everything was so fleshed out and well done, especially for an ARC. The diversity was beautiful and one of my most favorite aspects of it. One of the characters has a physical disability, yet was still able to participate in the games because it's a virtual reality. I think it was a pointed choice to make this novel diverse (aside from it being a wonderful decision anyway and something all author's should do), to show that anyone can participate in Warcross and people came from all parts of the world to do so. It was so refreshing to see a book that has diversity so casually and is set in a completely different part of the world. I wish more novels were like this. Representation and diversity matter more than some people would like to think they do. The world isn't the way it is portrayed in most media.
As well, I have to admit, I loved Emika. Her character was really well-made, and it goes without saying that her rainbow hair is the best thing I've ever heard of. She was flawed, of course, but I think that's what made her great. I appreciated the backstory, too, which made her character even deeper. I wished her relationship with Hideo was more drawn out (I'm a sucker for slow burns), but instead everything happened rather quickly. Though, I did really like Hideo and that ending had be extraordinarily conflicted. What do I do now? The ending really tied things together, though, and turned my perspective on the romance and book completely around. Without that crazy good ending, I probably would have rated this four stars.
So what was so great about that ending? It was surprising--the first thing I didn't actually see coming--, thrilling, and a cliffhanger. Thanks, Lu. I'm in pain, now. BUT ANYWAY, I can't wait for the second book. We don't even have a title or cover yet!!!!
Even if you didn't like her books in the past, I highly suggest checking out Warcross. It may take you by surprise as well.
-Book Hugger
http://www.bookhuggerreviews.com for more reviews <3
I fell in love with Warcross, despite it's few issues. For starters, the plot felt very convenient and unrealistic. Too much worked in Emika's favor. Lu didn't seem to follow the general rules of making everything beyond difficult for the main character. It was really predictable in the beginning and I saw where everything headed before it did. As well, the romance moved quicker than I liked--borderline instalove. My final complaint is that I had a lot of questions in the beginning. However, my worries faded throughout the book as my questions became answered. I wish that there had been more background given in the beginning; however, for sake of pacing, I think Lu dropped information throughout the novel.
Alas, Marie Lu created a world and novel I never wanted to leave. Everything was so fleshed out and well done, especially for an ARC. The diversity was beautiful and one of my most favorite aspects of it. One of the characters has a physical disability, yet was still able to participate in the games because it's a virtual reality. I think it was a pointed choice to make this novel diverse (aside from it being a wonderful decision anyway and something all author's should do), to show that anyone can participate in Warcross and people came from all parts of the world to do so. It was so refreshing to see a book that has diversity so casually and is set in a completely different part of the world. I wish more novels were like this. Representation and diversity matter more than some people would like to think they do. The world isn't the way it is portrayed in most media.
As well, I have to admit, I loved Emika. Her character was really well-made, and it goes without saying that her rainbow hair is the best thing I've ever heard of. She was flawed, of course, but I think that's what made her great. I appreciated the backstory, too, which made her character even deeper. I wished her relationship with Hideo was more drawn out (I'm a sucker for slow burns), but instead everything happened rather quickly. Though, I did really like Hideo and that ending had be extraordinarily conflicted. What do I do now? The ending really tied things together, though, and turned my perspective on the romance and book completely around. Without that crazy good ending, I probably would have rated this four stars.
So what was so great about that ending? It was surprising--the first thing I didn't actually see coming--, thrilling, and a cliffhanger. Thanks, Lu. I'm in pain, now. BUT ANYWAY, I can't wait for the second book. We don't even have a title or cover yet!!!!
Even if you didn't like her books in the past, I highly suggest checking out Warcross. It may take you by surprise as well.
-Book Hugger
http://www.bookhuggerreviews.com for more reviews <3
Girls Made of Snow and Glass by Melissa Bashardoust
4.0
I think this is going to be four stars...but I'll see when I make my review.
I'm getting slightly back into blogging, I think. School has been fighting me the last few weeks, but I'm pushing back.
-Book Hugger
I'm getting slightly back into blogging, I think. School has been fighting me the last few weeks, but I'm pushing back.
-Book Hugger
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
3.0
Okay, review time!
This was boring as hell (is that weird to say because I feel like hell would be kind of exciting and so much more exciting than this book). The beginning wasn't horrible until it hit a slump-y point towards the middle that caused me to nurse this book for a few weeks because I WAS SO BORED.
I was a little confused toward the end too and,seriously just keep your characters dead. Honest to God, don't resurrect anyone wtf. Rhysand (not to mention I'm NOT in love with him) should have stayed dead. It's REALISTIC.
I did enjoy this book. A lot. I still will read Maas's other books (though I could do without the sexy times because really this is YA), I just find that as her series go on, they go farther downhill. She has a problem with characterization and plot changes. But this book was still super exciting at points and I got to see more of my babe Cassian and my love Mor. The reason this gets 3 stars is because I was still interested, her writing is still beautiful, and I think Cassian and Mor count as a star each. Though, really, I did like this book. Don't get me wrong...
Speaking of Mor...I was so so so happy to see a lesbian (?) character in this book, but I think Maas handled her sexuality horribly. Is she gay or bi? Why does she find interest in men? Why was this treated like a plot device instead of a normal part of someone's life? Why can't we have a society accepting of the lgbt+ community? Why can't mates include f/f and m/m couples??? I have so many questions and I don't think Maas would ever give us the answers to them. Her world is so heteronormative and treats anything else like it's a plot device and abnormal when it should be treated so much better. When Mor came out on page, I was so happy, okay? It was something I needed to see, but I wish it were treated better. And God forbid someone use the title of a sexuality on page...
Though, I will praise Maas for making ACOWAR so much more diverse. Thank. God.
-Book Hugger
This was boring as hell (is that weird to say because I feel like hell would be kind of exciting and so much more exciting than this book). The beginning wasn't horrible until it hit a slump-y point towards the middle that caused me to nurse this book for a few weeks because I WAS SO BORED.
I was a little confused toward the end too and,
I did enjoy this book. A lot. I still will read Maas's other books (though I could do without the sexy times because really this is YA), I just find that as her series go on, they go farther downhill. She has a problem with characterization and plot changes. But this book was still super exciting at points and I got to see more of my babe Cassian and my love Mor. The reason this gets 3 stars is because I was still interested, her writing is still beautiful, and I think Cassian and Mor count as a star each. Though, really, I did like this book. Don't get me wrong...
Speaking of Mor...
Though, I will praise Maas for making ACOWAR so much more diverse. Thank. God.
-Book Hugger
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
5.0
I'm not going to post a review of this book on my blog, so I'll review it here.
First, this book was amazing and destroyed me heart and soul. What was lacking in ACOTAR (especially in the romance department) was improved here by ten million miles. I have some problems with it, which I'll address after my glowing review here, but it was so so amazing that I couldn't NOT give it five stars.
Rhysand...omg well...I told myself I wouldn't fall in love with him. HAHAHAHAHA. Yeah. I was wrong. Oops. He's just everything Tamlin (the JERK) isn't and is perfect in every way possible oh my god.
Cassian...and the whole Inner Circle while I'm at it, is 100% amazing and I'm in love. Especially, Cassian. Once he scolded Nesta at the dinner table, I was in love. Possibly even more than I love Rhysand.
I loved the political aspects, which you don't really see in Throne of Glass. It's a nice change from non-stop action and violence and assassins (as great as that is too). I loved all the courts and can I just live in the Night Court, please? Though, my friends say I'd be in the Dawn Court...ugh.
Anyway, my few qualms:
As much as I feel for Feyre's struggle, I'm not a huge fan.
I feel like the whole mating bond thing is kinda sexist. Though, I do love that thing that Rhysand did at the end (read it to find out) because that was EQUALITY and I like. But there's a little sexism in this society and I think I'm beginning to wish that fictional societies could be equal too...because we don't get that in really, but I'd sure love to see it in FANTASY.
And yeah, I'm not going to leave out the problematic aspects, like her lack of diversity, because yes, that is a problem. Though, from what I've heard she's been improving it, especially with ACOWAR, so props to her. I do wish we could see some variation in color, sexuality, etc here, though.
And lastly...if someone purrs one more time, I might flip every table. It's such a weird description. Why.
-Book Hugger
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First, this book was amazing and destroyed me heart and soul. What was lacking in ACOTAR (especially in the romance department) was improved here by ten million miles. I have some problems with it, which I'll address after my glowing review here, but it was so so amazing that I couldn't NOT give it five stars.
Rhysand...omg well...I told myself I wouldn't fall in love with him. HAHAHAHAHA. Yeah. I was wrong. Oops. He's just everything Tamlin (the JERK) isn't and is perfect in every way possible oh my god.
Cassian...and the whole Inner Circle while I'm at it, is 100% amazing and I'm in love. Especially, Cassian. Once he scolded Nesta at the dinner table, I was in love. Possibly even more than I love Rhysand.
I loved the political aspects, which you don't really see in Throne of Glass. It's a nice change from non-stop action and violence and assassins (as great as that is too). I loved all the courts and can I just live in the Night Court, please? Though, my friends say I'd be in the Dawn Court...ugh.
Anyway, my few qualms:
As much as I feel for Feyre's struggle, I'm not a huge fan.
I feel like the whole mating bond thing is kinda sexist. Though, I do love that thing that Rhysand did at the end (read it to find out) because that was EQUALITY and I like. But there's a little sexism in this society and I think I'm beginning to wish that fictional societies could be equal too...because we don't get that in really, but I'd sure love to see it in FANTASY.
And yeah, I'm not going to leave out the problematic aspects, like her lack of diversity, because yes, that is a problem. Though, from what I've heard she's been improving it, especially with ACOWAR, so props to her. I do wish we could see some variation in color, sexuality, etc here, though.
And lastly...if someone purrs one more time, I might flip every table. It's such a weird description. Why.
-Book Hugger
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A Reaper at the Gates by Sabaa Tahir
4.0
One of my main problems with A Reaper at the Gates was my pathetic recollection of A Torch Against the Night, meaning I was extremely confused for the first portion. It ended up jogging some of my memory, but I think my enjoyment of this novel would have been higher if I reread the first two. I'll definitely have to do that for the fourth and final book...
Anyway, aside from that, my only other issue was that this felt like a filler novel. Not a lot happened, but it happened over the course of a lot of pages. There were chapters upon chapters of Elias whining in a forest, walking in a forest, staying at a house. These were not interesting chapters and they basically ruined my enjoyment of my favorite character. That being said, the parts about Laia and Helene nearly made up for it (nearly meaning this is why it has four stars only not five). Lana's pieces were fascinating and a reminder of why I love her so much, but I think Helene's were the most interesting part of the book. I have had a love-hate relationship with Helene since she was introduced, but she's a really, really well-written character because of her morally-grayness. She's definitely not a good character, but we can't call her pure evil either. (I also have a soft-spot for the men she works with. I can't remember their names because I'm a terrible reviewer, but I love them so much!!!)
If you're on the fence about picking up A Reaper at the Gates, consider reading it just for Helene's character development. I'm so excited to see where she goes in the next installment. Despite her many flaws and how problematic she is, she's becoming a favorite character of mine.
While this definitely lacked in plot, I can see why it was important because a lot of the stuff in it will lead to things in the next book, the finale. I can't say I enjoyed all of it, because I was definitely bored at times, but I can say that the fourth book will most certainly be better. I think I can look past this book and see how amazing the other three were.
Anyway, in general, I highly recommend this series. It has kick-butt characters, a fabulous diverse cast, and wonderful writing.
-Book Hugger
Anyway, aside from that, my only other issue was that this felt like a filler novel. Not a lot happened, but it happened over the course of a lot of pages. There were chapters upon chapters of Elias whining in a forest, walking in a forest, staying at a house. These were not interesting chapters and they basically ruined my enjoyment of my favorite character. That being said, the parts about Laia and Helene nearly made up for it (nearly meaning this is why it has four stars only not five). Lana's pieces were fascinating and a reminder of why I love her so much, but I think Helene's were the most interesting part of the book. I have had a love-hate relationship with Helene since she was introduced, but she's a really, really well-written character because of her morally-grayness. She's definitely not a good character, but we can't call her pure evil either. (I also have a soft-spot for the men she works with. I can't remember their names because I'm a terrible reviewer, but I love them so much!!!)
If you're on the fence about picking up A Reaper at the Gates, consider reading it just for Helene's character development. I'm so excited to see where she goes in the next installment. Despite her many flaws and how problematic she is, she's becoming a favorite character of mine.
While this definitely lacked in plot, I can see why it was important because a lot of the stuff in it will lead to things in the next book, the finale. I can't say I enjoyed all of it, because I was definitely bored at times, but I can say that the fourth book will most certainly be better. I think I can look past this book and see how amazing the other three were.
Anyway, in general, I highly recommend this series. It has kick-butt characters, a fabulous diverse cast, and wonderful writing.
-Book Hugger