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The Invasion by K.A. Applegate
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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
4.75
I wanted to finish the Animorphs books but I realized most details were fuzzy so I'm re-reading what I had gone through until I can catch up.
In my first reading I hadn't realized that so much happened in the first book, so many revelations all at once at a neckbreaking speed. Perhaps if the pacing had been slightly lighter it would have earned the 5 stars but nevertheless it's an excellent start for this series. I hope I can finish it this year.
In my first reading I hadn't realized that so much happened in the first book, so many revelations all at once at a neckbreaking speed. Perhaps if the pacing had been slightly lighter it would have earned the 5 stars but nevertheless it's an excellent start for this series. I hope I can finish it this year.
The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs: A New History of a Lost World by Steve Brusatte
adventurous
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
5.0
Vlad: The Last Confession by C.C. Humphreys
challenging
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
My Best Friend's Exorcism by Grady Hendrix
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.75
I was underwhelmed. Didn't live up to my expectations in the slightest.
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
informative
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
I could see people getting bored of this book and dropping it, and I wouldn't blame them one bit. I was interested in the historical aspects of it of course, of the whole blending of fantasy and history aspect, and that's what kept me entertained during the course of reading it, up until the 89% mark.
There is a specific feeling one gets after reading the final reveal of a book (especially if it's a long book), a specific type of disappointment, that's like a balloon deflating in your mind. That's the way I felt finishing this book. I won't say anything about the plot itself because it could be all a spoiler, but if you're somewhat versed in Dracula lore, nothing in this book will surprise or amuse you. Just get ready for lots of history and what I'd assume Bourne Identity would be if Jason Bourne was constantly stopping to tie his shoelaces.
There is a specific feeling one gets after reading the final reveal of a book (especially if it's a long book), a specific type of disappointment, that's like a balloon deflating in your mind. That's the way I felt finishing this book. I won't say anything about the plot itself because it could be all a spoiler, but if you're somewhat versed in Dracula lore, nothing in this book will surprise or amuse you. Just get ready for lots of history and what I'd assume Bourne Identity would be if Jason Bourne was constantly stopping to tie his shoelaces.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Gun violence, Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Religious bigotry, Suicide attempt, Murder, and Abandonment
Minor: Body horror, Death, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Red Sister by Mark Lawrence
Did not finish book. Stopped at 56%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 56%.
I stopped caring about these girls and their petty squabbles. Too many pages with too little plot, not my thing.
Dracula by Bram Stoker
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The Heartbeat Library: A Novel by Laura Imai Messina, Laura Imai Messina
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
I'm just not into this stuff, man...
Monster: The Perfect Edition, Vol. 9 by Naoki Urasawa
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I'm absolutely blown away. It's been a long journey but it has been worth every single page. A masterpiece, a twisted thriller, a damn good read. Thank you.
Crash Go the Chariots by Clifford A. Wilson
informative
reflective
fast-paced
2.25
I don't necessarily agree with this book. While I think that his christian perspective (and as connoisseur of the texts von Däniken speaks of) can be valuable, for his thesis to work I would have to be a christian as well to begin with, and this is not the case. It's good to get different perspectives, but this doesn't mean we must accept them. Moving on.