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The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Fun fact: I made a tally for how many times Adam’s size or strength or whatever else related to those things was mentioned. It was 54 by the end.
I do Not want to read about how big that man’s hands or shoulders are ever again. And his dick? Forget about it!!!
I do Not want to read about how big that man’s hands or shoulders are ever again. And his dick? Forget about it!!!
Icebreaker by A.L. Graziadei
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0
Gosh, I loved this book! It was such a wonderful story, and I loved being in Mickey’s head — as much as I dislike first person POV, it meshed with me this time around. I loved seeing Mickey and Jaysen’s relationship develop, as well as Mickey’s struggles with his mental health. And the side characters were a treat, too! I would honestly love to see this as a graphic novel; I think it would turn out really cool, with how tense the hockey can be, as well as the characters’ emotions? I dunno, I could just see it in my head super clear.
There were a few drawbacks for me, though. I wish we could’ve seen the relationship with Mickey and his dad develop a bit more or be included at all. We as the reader only see them interact a few times throughout the book, but the way being in Mickey’s head made it seem, I would’ve assumed we’d have more interactions with him. Also…I was not a fan of the time-skip epilogue at all. It just seemed to be too choppy for me, and it left me feeling like I’m missing something.
However, overall? I still had a wonderful reading experience, and I can’t wait to see what the author does next — I can definitely see them becoming an auto-read author for me!
There were a few drawbacks for me, though. I wish we could’ve seen the relationship with Mickey and his dad develop a bit more or be included at all. We as the reader only see them interact a few times throughout the book, but the way being in Mickey’s head made it seem, I would’ve assumed we’d have more interactions with him. Also…I was not a fan of the time-skip epilogue at all. It just seemed to be too choppy for me, and it left me feeling like I’m missing something.
However, overall? I still had a wonderful reading experience, and I can’t wait to see what the author does next — I can definitely see them becoming an auto-read author for me!
A Declaration of the Rights of Magicians by H.G. Parry
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
All I remember of the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror are just glimpses of things I learned back in AP World History in high school. However, even with the bare bones knowledge that I had, it was still an intriguing read. It was a slow start, but I didn’t mind that because we really got to see the characters grow as the book progressed.
The reader quickly becomes sucked in and invested in these characters’ lives, and no matter what happened, you still root for them. All of them. (Or at least I did). I did have a frustrating time with how slavery and abolition were discussed, though, particularly when it came to Pitt and the British. I know that it was historically accurate, but I think that’s why it made me so annoyed, lol. Regardless, I still somehow connected with him, though maybe not as much as I did with Fina or Robespierre. Either way, it was an interesting read, and I hope to get to the sequel sometime soon.
The reader quickly becomes sucked in and invested in these characters’ lives, and no matter what happened, you still root for them. All of them. (Or at least I did). I did have a frustrating time with how slavery and abolition were discussed, though, particularly when it came to Pitt and the British. I know that it was historically accurate, but I think that’s why it made me so annoyed, lol. Regardless, I still somehow connected with him, though maybe not as much as I did with Fina or Robespierre. Either way, it was an interesting read, and I hope to get to the sequel sometime soon.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Blood
Moderate: Racism and Slavery
Minor: Rape and Sexual violence
Heartstopper Volume 4 by Alice Oseman
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
Ahhhh this was so so cute! I loved seeing the progression of Nick and Charlie’s relationship. The other tertiary relationships were wonderful to see, too, especially platonic and familial. I loved how the story delved into Charlie’s mental health journey, too. All around, it was a good read!
Content Warnings
Minor: Eating disorder, Homophobia, and Self harm
Dead Silence by S.A. Barnes
Did not finish book. Stopped at 36%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 36%.
Had to return to the library, might get back to! It was pretty good so far.
Heartstopper Volume 3 by Alice Oseman
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
All I have to say is omg!! So cute!!
(And I can’t wait to see how mental illness continues to be addressed in further volumes)
(And I can’t wait to see how mental illness continues to be addressed in further volumes)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia and Homophobia
Minor: Eating disorder, Self harm, and Vomit
Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin, & Endorphin Levels by Loretta Graziano Breuning
Did not finish book. Stopped at 8%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 8%.
I’m sure this book has merit, but it’s more of a “it’s not you, it’s me” situation — I thought it was something else instead of what it actually is. Ah well, it was just a random book I saw at the library anyway, lol.
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
slow-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
4.0
If there’s something I really love in a romance story, it’s fake dating. And this book really hit the spot.
I enjoyed seeing Luc’s development as a character as he goes from being a self-centered asshole that has a lot of self-worth issues to realizing that, oh hey, he has people who live him and maybe he shouldn’t take that for granted. And while the reader isn’t in Oliver’s head, I liked seeing the bit of character development he has that we see through Luc’s perspective, too.
All in all, it’s a very cute story, and I’m definitely looking forward to Husband Material coming out later this year.
I enjoyed seeing Luc’s development as a character as he goes from being a self-centered asshole that has a lot of self-worth issues to realizing that, oh hey, he has people who live him and maybe he shouldn’t take that for granted. And while the reader isn’t in Oliver’s head, I liked seeing the bit of character development he has that we see through Luc’s perspective, too.
All in all, it’s a very cute story, and I’m definitely looking forward to Husband Material coming out later this year.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia
Minor: Eating disorder