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Kingdom of the Feared by Kerri Maniscalco

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

3.75

There are definite time-line plot holes, but the spice makes up for it. The "Big Bad" wasn't defeated and the "Happily Ever After" part was dragged on further than necessary. 
The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 39%.
Half way through the book and it's not thrilling. This is supposed to be The Devil Wears Prada meets thriller/horror. It's not that. It's still a good read, but I'm in the mood for a thriller right now, so I have to put it aside for another time.
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
Absolutely disgusted with how sexualized the 13 year old girls are. It's not like the narrator consistently speaks against this sexualization, she even takes part in it, when she speaks of her 13 year old sister's body, calling it perfect. There are times this is basically child porn. 
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The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 51%.
There is just so much of this story that seems unnecessary. Who cares that he owned the winning horse that ne named after an acquaintance? 
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Sorrow and Starlight by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti

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Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard

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dark emotional hopeful sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

The complex relationships of war-time is very well written. The magic of the world is easy to understand and unique. They seem to keep forgetting that the main character, who holds thousands of lives in her hands is 16 years old, but the worst part is the supposed romance. There is 0 chemistry between Mare and Cal. Their feelings for each other is unbelievable. The most chemistry Mare ever had with anyone is Maven, and he's a douche and a half. Even Shade and Farley have no chemistry. The pairings don't seem to match up well.
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The Unmarked Witch by Miranda Lyn

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dark funny 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? Yes

5.0

The twists are great. The things I expected to happen, happen in a way I hadn't expected. And then the very end shocked me. Way to break book-rules. 
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The Stolen Heir by Holly Black

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adventurous funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

I hadn't realized this was a follow up book to the Cruel Prince series (which I haven't read yet) and there seems to be some spoilers for that series. All in all, it was a really great read.
Little Thieves by Margaret Owen

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adventurous dark emotional funny lighthearted 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? Yes

4.75

Vaya is an amazing main character. You understand her pain and plight, know why she made the choices she did, while also knowing that you can't justify her actions. The romance is subtle but not understated. All around, it's a very cute story.
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The Dysasters by Kristin Cast, P.C. Cast

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
I found nothing unique or interesting and the characters were all supremely annoying.