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The Stranger by Albert Camus

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challenging dark reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The Godfather by Mario Puzo

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challenging dark slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

Gathering Moss: A Natural and Cultural History of Mosses by Robin Wall Kimmerer

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informative reflective relaxing slow-paced

4.75

Superman: Red Son (New Edition) by Mark Millar

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adventurous reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Death Claims by Joseph Hansen

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adventurous mysterious medium-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 is a great followup to Fadeout. I'm really loving getting to know Brandstetter. The mystery in this is also a bit more tight and focused than in Fadeout. Excited to read more in 2025!
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Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer

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adventurous dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

How to Marry Keanu Reeves in 90 Days by K.M. Jackson

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 6%.
more interested in other books rn. I think romance just isn't my genre. it's not bad, just not what I want rn
Red Side Story by Jasper Fforde

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adventurous emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I'm so glad Jasper Fforde is writing more of these. The Nursery Crimes were my introduction to Fforde's writing but I really think this and Shades of Grey are his finest work. Not a lot of sci-fi dystopias feel this thoughtful and smart in their construction.
The Department of Truth, Vol 1: The End of the World by James Tynion IV

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dark emotional mysterious slow-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

This is one of the more evocative comics I've read in a long time. This hazy, dreamy art style fits the intrigue and self-doubt central to the story. Cole is shaping up to be a fairly interesting protagonist, as well. Hoping the subsequent volumes hold up.
The State of the Art by Iain M. Banks

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funny mysterious reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.5

It's really a shame this is Banks' only short story collection. His virtues as a writer really shine here. The title story in particular serves as a really good micro-introduction for anyone not familiar with The Culture. "A Gift from the Culture" and "Odd Attachment" are also highlights.