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154 reviews
Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings
sad
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
I feel like this is a book where my opinions of the characters evolve as I age. If I read this when I was younger I'd be a fan of characters I dont particularly like at this current age. So for that complexity, I give the storytelling a higher score than a rating based on me actually liking the book.
Violet Made of Thorns by Gina Chen
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.75
The main character is humorous which is something you don't often find in fantasy.
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
I didn't really want to read this bc Nesta has been so unlikeable throughout the series. But I think this one is actually my fave. This book is a lot spicier than the previous ones too.
Central Places by Delia Cai
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.25
Cute relatable story about not wanting to go back to your hometown after high school because you grew up different in white suburbia.
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.75
This has "5 People You Meet in Heaven" vibes. Short book but it's slooowwww.
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley
slow-paced
3.25
Started out strong being interesting. But then it petered out to boring and uninteresting writing. Didn't hold my interest well enough. A lot of the characters are unlikeable. The plot line was a good idea though.
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
5.0
Wow wow wow. Fantastic story, great writing. Slightly slow in a mysterious way that kept you moving to the next page and chapter. Highly recommend.
Immortal Longings by Chloe Gong
3.0
The only thing I didn't understand was what happens to the person when someone jumps into them?
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
lighthearted
slow-paced
3.0
A bit dull and nothing really happens to the overall arc of the series. But I guess it's a cute little story if you're really into the mundane of a universe.
Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
Short, quick, and to the point. Characters were funny.