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35 reviews
The Book of Azrael by Amber V. Nicole
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Just because the characters and the story have the characteristics and elements of a slow burn enemies to lovers doesn't automatically make it that. They still need chemistry. And that was sorely lacking between Dianna and Liam. The world building and history and character development were great. The plot was good. The ending is the ONLY reason I'm continuing the series. I'm here for the femine rage.
Foxglove by Adalyn Grace
Did not finish book. Stopped at 34%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 34%.
Just struggling to enjoy it. I was bored for almost 5 hours. Gonna pass on the rest of the series.
Children of Anguish and Anarchy by Tomi Adeyemi
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
It's not as good as the previous two. The introduction of new characters being so integral to the winning of this war with the Skulls and the survival of the characters we've had 2.40 books to get attached to is off-putting. It was like she was trying to force us to like the hierophant apparent on the same level we love Zelie, Amari and Inan, even though we haven't put as much emotional energy into her. I do adore her and Amari together though.
The Astrology House by Carinn Jade
Did not finish book. Stopped at 0%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 0%.
I was listening on Audiobook and it was difficult to follow along. Will retry when I have a physical copy
Home Is Where the Bodies Are by Jeneva Rose
Did not finish book. Stopped at 41%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 41%.
Didn't like any of the characters
Dexter in the Dark by Jeff Lindsay
Did not finish book. Stopped at 51%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 51%.
'blah blah" said Dex.
"Blah blah" said Deb
Over and over and over the word "said" is used back to back to back. 8 lines in a back and forth conversation said said said.
Also, every other chapter Dex needed extra food because of his amazing awesome metabolism? It doesn't need to be mentioned this often..
"Blah blah" said Deb
Over and over and over the word "said" is used back to back to back. 8 lines in a back and forth conversation said said said.
Also, every other chapter Dex needed extra food because of his amazing awesome metabolism? It doesn't need to be mentioned this often..
Five Survive by Holly Jackson
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
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? Yes
4.75
The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo
Did not finish book. Stopped at 17%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 17%.
I just couldn't root for the main character. Or any character for that matter. I quickly went from "what is going on?" to "I don't care."
Avery: The Case Against Steven Avery and What "making a Murderer" Gets Wrong by Ken Kratz
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 26%.
Kratz is a confirmed sexual predator while Avery is still rumored to be one. I wanted to give his side a chance, but the narrative is hypocritical and annoying.