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Battle Royale by Koushun Takami
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
3.5
I was worried about keeping track of the unfamiliar names, but the characterisation of the rather large cast made it easy.
Some interesting side plots and twists throughout.
Some interesting side plots and twists throughout.
Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.5
This is a really concise and well put together book full of interesting information and nothing more.
21 Lessons for the 21st Century by Yuval Noah Harari
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
4.0
This was a really interesting collection of thoughts, that really gives a unique perspective on the world.
Adventures in the Screen Trade: A Personal View of Hollywood and Screenwriting by William Goldman
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
This was the most in depth book on screen writing as a career I’ve ever read.
Still feels extremely relevant despite its age.
Still feels extremely relevant despite its age.
Peaky Blinders - The Real Story of Birmingham's most notorious gangs by Carl Chinn
adventurous
challenging
dark
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
3.5
Interesting and informative. I appreciated how it didn't shy away from the darker sides of the material for the sake of linking it to the programme.
Berserk, Vol. 33 by Kentaro Miura
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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? No
3.5
This was a really great volume. I loved getting to see some different sides to the newer characters. There were plenty of hints of troubles to come, some great action, and a major mix-up to the status quo.
What on Earth is going to happen now?!
What on Earth is going to happen now?!
Berserk, Vol. 32 by Kentaro Miura
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
sad
tense
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
3.0
An interesting teaser for what's to come. A bit of a turning point.
Berserk, Vol. 31 by Kentaro Miura
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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
3.0
Basically a volume of combat. I prefer when there's something more to it.
Help the Witch by Tom Cox
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This collection is one step towards surrealism in a juxtaposition between humorous tone and serious subject matter sort of way.
If you like the lighter feeling and funny parts, this will be a book for you. There were moments I scoffed out loud at the humour, which is impressive for a book.
If you like the lighter feeling and funny parts, this will be a book for you. There were moments I scoffed out loud at the humour, which is impressive for a book.
Origins: How the Earth Shaped Human History by Lewis Dartnell
informative
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
3.5
I DNF’d this book a few years ago finding it quite slow and dry, but I’ve flown through it this time and really enjoyed it.