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Ryland by M. Taylor
challenging
emotional
funny
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Infidelity
Black Pudding II: A Collection of Black Lesbian Erotica by Rachel Jordan
emotional
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
It's very hot indeed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
Sweet Vengeance by Viano Oniomoh
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
I absolutely loved this book from beginning to the end. It's super dark but omg I needed a book like this 30 years ago. I will be recommending this book to all of my friends for sure.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Rape, and Murder
Moderate: Slavery
Technical by Alexandria House
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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? Yes
5.0
Another excellent book from Alexandria House. I really loved how Drayvon and Stevie are together. I also love how Dravyon was able to finally stand up and realize what was happening and through his relationship he became stronger.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Moderate: Child abuse and Emotional abuse
The abuse is from parents and not the love interest.
Mihi Ever After by Tae Keller
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
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? Yes
5.0
This book was short and cute. I really love how it focused on the power of friendship. And that a person doesn’t need to conform to other person’s standards to be powerful. I am honestly looking forward to the second book that is about to drop this year.
Unhinged by Onley James
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
This book was a rollercoaster ride. It's hella dark and it's not for the weak of heart. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE TRIGGER WARNINGS. Now, I was leary of the synopsis and that is why I didn't read it but something told me to give it a try and I'm so glad that I did. I loved this book from beginning to end and I can not WAIT to finish the entire series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Sexual assault
Moderate: Alcoholism, Confinement, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gun violence, Incest, Self harm, Sexual violence, Toxic relationship, Blood, Vomit, Death of parent, Murder, and Alcohol
Clap Back by Nalo Hopkinson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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? Yes
5.0
This book was excellent. This is the type of book that hits you once you finish it. You don't get the full effect when you are reading but once you process it? You can't stop thinking about it. I absolutely recommend this book as an introduction to African speculative fiction.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation
Moderate: Gun violence, Hate crime, Racism, Forced institutionalization, and Colonisation
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
adventurous
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I watched the movies and I actually remembered enjoying the first one (and hating the 2nd one) so I decided that I would actually sit down and read the book. The book was okay in the first half, but then in the second half Lewis's sexism and his heavy-handed religious metaphors really showed their behind. I also hate that Edmund really didn't get any crap from his family for betraying them. I heard that this series gets worse so I will not be reading further.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Child abuse and Violence