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Daughter of the Moon Goddess by Sue Lynn Tan
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Even though I enjoyed this story, especially the 'twist', i do feel as if there were too many storylines.
The Wood at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Quick and interesting. Clarke has a magical storytelling voice.
New Nigeria County by Clare Brown
funny
fast-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This was over the top satire and I highly enjoyed it. Turning the dial on racial perceptions and profiling, gender roles and social standing, Brown pumps this short full of dark h7mour in an attempt to expose the ridiculousness of certain behaviours of yt people, especially yt women.
This Is How You Lose the Time War by Max Gladstone, Amal El-Mohtar
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This was truly an imaginative, creative, unique endeavor that totally paid off. Both authors brought such distinct personalities and characteristics to Red and Blie that were crystal clear in the way each crafted their letters, joked, flirted and philosophized. What a way to explore how two different individuals on opposite sides can fall in love.
The Witches of El Paso by Luis Jaramillo
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
It was a good enough read. I wanted more story development as the premise was very interesting. The legal case that Marta was fighting wasn't concluded. More could have been done with that. The power that these women have and how it presents and is used was also something that could have used more elaboration. The writing style was very easy to get into and the dialogue and scene descriptions gave enough insight into our characters.
Last Canto of the Dead by Daniel José Older
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I preferred book 1 a lot more. The community, history, and magic was more apparent in how it affected the lives of our characters. Here the plot is more rambly and focuses more on the coming fight. The moments between our characters seem to happen on the periphery and I wanted them more central.
A Love Like the Sun by Riss M. Neilson
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The romance part was OK. What really got me was missy always coming down on herself when it came to her appearance and not trusting her instinct when it came to her health.
The Hunger of the Gods by John Gwynne
dark
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Gwynne keeps his fast action-y pace in this sequel, keeping you immersed in the world that he has meticulously built. The mythology that this story is grounded in remains, expanding as we meet new gods and learn of others. His characters are compelling, sinister, smart, loyal, sly, and greedy; this makes for an added complexity in the narrative.
The touching human moments that are included throughout are appreciated as they add details that most times can be overlooked in a book that deals with such blood and gore.
The touching human moments that are included throughout are appreciated as they add details that most times can be overlooked in a book that deals with such blood and gore.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Gore, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, and Injury/Injury detail
The Shadowed Sun by N.K. Jemisin
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I am just amazed at Jemisin's imagination. this sequel gripped me more than the first book. it goes deeper into a society now under siege after losing their prince's selfish grasp at power and immortality. using dreams as a means of healing, hurting, and gathering is unique and shows the true power of dreams. I would definitely return to gujaarah.11
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Child death, Confinement, Incest, and Sexual assault
Minor: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, and War
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Although Vera was overbearing and harbored unhealthy parenting beliefs, seeing her actions that drew these different and vulnerable young people to her spoke to her loneliness. Their acceptance of her even after finding out about her creative ways of uncovering their secrets was lively to read. I love a chosen family story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death and Emotional abuse