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Thorn In My Side by C.J. Skuse

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dark 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

4.0

29. Thorn in my Side by C J Skuse

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My favourite Bridget Jones-esque serial killer Rhiannon strikes again in this fourth instalment of the series! I was quietly delighted when she returned to her murderous ways. Loved Raf, love Rhiannon … just bought the next book to see what happens next! 
You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron

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dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

28. You’re Not Supposed To Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron

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If you’re into slasher horror then this book is definitely for you! Packed full of twists, turns and (quite a lot of) gore from the very first page. Definite creepy vibes and super fast paced to read - perfect for Halloween week! 
Some Like It Cold by Elle McNicoll

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inspiring lighthearted medium-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

3.5

27. Some Like It Cold by Elle McNicoll

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Such a cosy, wintery romance! Not my usual cup of tea but I adored Jasper and this story made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside!

❄️ ND representation 
❄️ Cosy town vibes 
❄️ Friendship, family and romance 

Reading this made me want to rewatch Gilmore Girls! 
The Examiner by Janice Hallett

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.0

26. The Examiner by Janice Hallett

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I have loved everything Janice Hallett has written thus far and will continue to read upcoming releases but this one definitely fell a bit flat for me. I liked the unique format and I liked Jem as a character but it felt like such a long book for very little reason. Whilst I didn’t see the end coming, it also didn’t blow me away either. 
Hits Different by Lizzie Huxley-Jones, Tasha Ghouri

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inspiring lighthearted 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

25. Hits Different by Tasha Ghouri and Lizzie Huxley-Jones

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I’m not usually a romance girlie but I loved this! Such a fun read and Cassie is such a lush protagonist. 

🌴 Deaf representation (I loved and learnt a lot from this!)
🌴 Toxic and healthy relationships
🌴 LGBTQ+ representation 
🌴 Lush friendships 

This book left me feeling all warm and fuzzy 🩷

Thanks to HotKey Books and NetGalley for my advanced copy in exchange of a fair and honest review. 
Last Seen Online by Lauren James

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challenging mysterious 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? Yes

4.0

24. Last Seen Online by Lauren James

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I flew through this - such a fun but intense YA murder mystery with an unhealthy dose of fandom. 

🌴 Mixed media keeping up the fast pace
🌴 Intense fandom and critique of social media/fame
🌴 Murder mystery with twists and turns

I loved the way the mystery was revealed to us as readers at the same pace as Delilah and Sawyer. A great read! 
The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson

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challenging mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Another brilliant thriller from Holly Jackson! 

🎬 Twists and turns galore 
🎬 Unreliable characters 
🎬 True crime documentary x Gone Girl vibes

Full of suspense with some jaw dropping moments! 
Queen B by Juno Dawson

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dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

22. Queen B by Juno Dawson

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Gosh I loved this! I love how cleverly it all linked into real names from history to bring these books to life. 

⚡️ Witches and magic
⚡️ Treason and betrayal
⚡️ Love and vengeance

I actually would have loved this as a full novel! 
Burning Crowns by Katherine Webber, Catherine Doyle

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adventurous challenging 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

Murder in the Family by Cara Hunter

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challenging mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

20. Murder in the Family by Cara Hunter

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Despite guessing the killer quite early on I definitely enjoyed the premise and way this book was written. 

🔪 Cold case to solve 
🔪 True crime TV show vibes
🔪 Formatted as a script with other media excerpts 
🔪 Fast-paced