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Too Much Information (or Can Everyone Just Shut Up For A Moment, Some Of Us Are Trying To Think) by Dave Gorman
funny
informative
slow-paced
2.0
Murder Mindfully by Karsten Dusse
challenging
dark
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Would have been a 5 but the ending felt flat.
Sunbringer by Hannah Kaner
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A Strong Sequel with Rich Worldbuilding
Sunbringer builds on Godkiller with deeper character arcs, high stakes, and immersive prose. Kaner expands the world beautifully, weaving gods and mortals into a compelling struggle. While the pacing slows at times, the emotional depth and sharp dialogue make up for it. A solid follow-up that sets the stage for more.
Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is one of my favourite films and I never realised it was based off a book. For once the film actually stayed almost identical to the book and because I knew what was coming it felt a little flat. Still a great read and would definitely recommend it to others.
Newark's Historical Ghost Walk by Ian Gillanders
slow-paced
1.0
The writing bored me which is odd because the supernatural really intrigues me but it’s also my home town. Just felt like the same phrases were used too often. I wasn’t excited by the language used.
The Mad Women's Ball by Victoria Mas
challenging
dark
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Just felt a bit flat. Can’t decide if I enjoyed the book or if I didn’t. Might read the second book at some point but I’m not in a rush.
The penitent by Charles Arnold
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual violence
The Cinnamon Bun Book Store by Laurie Gilmore
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
3.5