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These Hollow Vows by Lexi Ryan
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Personally I didn't enjoy this book. The premise was promising but the execution fell flat. The whole first half felt very much like ACOTAR fanfiction.
And the ending was not satisfying for me. I guessed a lot of what was going to happen by chapter 10 and almost everything else by chapter 19.
This felt like the miscommunication trope to the extreme which has never been a favorite. There were so many places where honesty could have made a better story.
And the ending was not satisfying for me. I guessed a lot of what was going to happen by chapter 10 and almost everything else by chapter 19.
This felt like the miscommunication trope to the extreme which has never been a favorite. There were so many places where honesty could have made a better story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Violence, Vomit, Trafficking, and Kidnapping
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Chronic illness, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Infertility, Physical abuse, Medical content, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Gaslighting, Colonisation, and Deportation
Minor: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
The Fate of Mercy Alban by Wendy Webb
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Always a favorite. So beautifully told. The imagery is captivating and the characters likeable. The ending was extremely satisfying
A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
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
4.75
Some of the writing style was annoying and pulled me out of the story. Aside from that, loved it
The Phoenix Unchained by James Mallory, Mercedes Lackey
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It was a decent book. A little slow and redundant in places. Not sure I'll read it again but it was cute.
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-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
4.25
I love the story. Second time reading it. But boy did I notice the repetitive nature of the prose this time. So many places in the book could have been paragraphs shorter if SJM didn't need to over explain a feeling or appearance. Still a treat setup for a great series.
Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
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? It's complicated
4.75
Loved the narrator. She did a great job. Definitely a favorite book of mine. Second time reading it in as many years. There's a few points where the story feels a tad forced but over all a lovely read.
The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic by Leigh Bardugo
dark
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
What a charming book. I could definitely see the influence behind the tales but they were uniquely reimagined. My favorite was probably the Soldier Prince, but they were all magnificent. I would absolutely recommend this book for anyone looking for a quick, thoughtful read.
The Way of Shadows by Brent Weeks
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Animal cruelty, Bullying, Child abuse, Death, Gore, Blood, Murder, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Classism
Moderate: Infidelity, Mental illness, Racism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Slavery, Suicidal thoughts, Trafficking, Kidnapping, Stalking, Toxic friendship, and War
Minor: Cannibalism and Classism
The 100 by Kass Morgan
adventurous
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Under the Oak Tree: Season 1, Vol. 1 by Suji Kim
Did not finish book. Stopped at 62%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 62%.
Too little plot desperately trying to make a novel out of a sex scene.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Gaslighting