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The Crash by Freida McFadden
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Freida McFadden typically has twists that I never saw coming. This book, however a great read, was much more predictable. Perhaps I have read enough from her that I can pick up on them more.
Amish Weddings: From Courtship to Celebration by Beth Oberholtzer
informative
medium-paced
5.0
A great account of what an Amish wedding celebration and all of the connected events looks like. Great pictures are included with fantastic descriptions.
Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
fast-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
Ack! I am left with questions! I have to wait until the next book comes out!!!!!!
Bad Animals: A Novel by Sarah Braunstein
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was very strange. A librarian sees a couple of terms being inappropriate in the next bathroom stall. She doesn’t report them. Later the girl reports her for watching the couple. Maeve’s life gets turned upside down and nothing stays the same.
Andromeda: Roman by Therese Bohman
slow-paced
- Loveable characters? No
2.0
Can this book move any slower. It was like watching paint dry. Nothing ever happened. I wouldn’t have finished it but it was a book club pick. So dry.
The Devil You Know by K.J. Parker
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
An elderly well known philosopher makes a deal with a demon for an additional 20 years of life. The demon doesn’t know the philosopher has something more sinister in mind.
Still Dead by J.A. Jance
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This story is about a cold case where a woman went missing and had been presumed dead. The detective is asked to look at things again many years later.
And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book is relatable to anyone who has experienced the aging of a parent or grandparent. It was very educational and moving. I would highly recommend.
Hallowed Ground by Linda Castillo, Linda Castillo
adventurous
mysterious
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
5.0
A between the novels read from one of my favorite authors. A great mystery. A dog uncovers bones and the search is on the see why they were buried there.
Quicksilver by Callie Hart
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-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
An amazing read from the Romantasy genre. Lots of action, some good spice and some unique characters and skills.