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Behind a Mask: The Unknown Thrillers of Louisa May Alcott by Louisa May Alcott

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

A cute Christmas mystery. Some romance, no spice. Would make for a fabulous movie. Felt the writing was a little rushed (some minor jumps in scenes) but overall liked a lot and absolutely recommend.
The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop

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emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

5.0

I did not know I would come out of this reading session adoring Kelly Bishop more than I already did. Learned so many wonderful things about her life, her loves, and her career. BRB while I go binged Gilmore Girls again…
It Happened on Christmas Eve by Kirsty Greenwood

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funny lighthearted fast-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

5.0

For Better and Worse by Margot Hunt

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dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

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Christmas With a Crank by Courtney Walsh

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funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

The perfect Christmas rom com. Grumpy and Sunshine. Friends to strangers to lovers. Sexy without smut. A must read.
Before I Do by Sophie Cousens

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted tense fast-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

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If It Makes You Happy by Julie Olivia

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-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

5.0

My Roommate Is a Vampire by Jenna Levine

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funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

Angelika Frankenstein Makes Her Match by Sally Thorne

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lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0