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Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

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emotional hopeful informative inspiring 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

4.5

When I first started this book, I wasn't sure if it would be my cup of tea. But turns out, it was great! 

Elizabeth Zott is such a great character, with everything she's been through but still standing up for herself and not giving in. It was such a delight to see her speaking her mind, no matter what society expected to hear. 

In the beginning it was dragging a bit, because what was described in the blurb only starts happening around 50% in. Looking back, everything in the beginning was important for the later story thought. 
Still it was a bit of a drag. 

I can really recommend this book.

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Starlight in Our Dreams by Andreas Dutter

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emotional hopeful 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

4.0

Ein süßes Buch mit nicht allzu komplizierter Handlung. 

Ich selber mag Astrologie ganz gerne, aber so tief wie Felix oder Cara bin ich nicht drin. Trotzdem war es interessant zu lesen was es für Felix bedeutet und wie er selber damit umgeht. 
An manchen Stellen war es aber vielleicht etwas zu engstirnig, gerade die Dates von Owen. Das ihm wenig Freiraum gelassen wurde die Personen selber kennen zu lernen, ohne direkt zu wissen sie sollten eh nicht zusammenpassen. 

Auch zwischendrin die Stelle mit den Saphire Druids war irgendwie super random und hat nicht wirklich in den Rest der Geschichte gepasst, aber vielleicht kommt das in den nächsten Bänden noch vor. 

Owen hat die größte Charakterentwicklung durchgemacht und er war mir an Ende deutlich sympathischer als am Anfang. Da könnte ich mir wirklich nicht vorstellen wie die beiden jemals zueinander finden sollen, aber zum Glück hat sich einiges getan. 

Ich werde die Serie weiterlesen und bin gespannt wie es mir England weitergeht.

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Morgen, morgen und wieder morgen by Gabrielle Zevin

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adventurous dark emotional slow-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

4.0

Morgen, morgen und wieder morgen ist eine tolle Geschichte über Freundschaft, erwachsen werden und an sich selbst zu wachsen. 

Sam, Sadie und Marx sind ein buntes Trio aus Menschen die nicht unterschiedlicher sein könnten. Mal besser und mal schlechter schaffen sie es aber so viel auf die Beine zu stellen und erfolgreich zu werden. 

Mir haben die Programmiert Ellen sehr gut gefallen, obwohl ich selber keine Ahnung davon habe, aber die Prozesse von der Idee zum Spiel waren sehr spannend. 
Dazwischen hat sich die Story leider immer wieder etwas gezogen, und manche Missverständnisse hätten auch schnell aufgeklärt werden können , wenn sie nicht so stur gewesen wären. 

Trotzdem eine sehr bewegende Geschichte, die ich auf jeden Fall weiter empfehlen werde!
Yellowface by R.F. Kuang

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reflective tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I really enjoyed this book, even l even though I hated the main character, but that was kind of the point I think. 

Juniper at first seemed like an alright person, but she easily holds grudges, even with her friends. She's also very judgy.

It was very enjoyable to see her slow descent into almost madness over everything happening. 

She is not a nice FMC, but that was the allure about it, you want to keep reading to see how everything slowly falls apart. 
All Signs Point to Hell : Vol. 1 by Kylie Rae

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced

3.0

This short story collection was a mixed bag. 
I found myself enjoying most of the ghost stories, but the other stories sadly fell flat for me. 

The ghost stories were just long enough to build suspense and has you still thinking and wondering in the end. 
Hani And Ishu's Guide To Fake Dating by Adiba Jaigirdar

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emotional hopeful 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? It's complicated

4.0

It was such a sweet story of growing up und having to learn who your real friends are. 

I'm so glad Hani was able to finally be herself l, not having to pretend to be someone else just to keep her friends who didn't really like her for herself. 
Ishu as well, though I would have liked to see more of the aftermath of her not running for head girl anymore. I think that conflict was skipped.


All in all I'm really happy for them and there wasn't too much miscommunication. At least it didn't drag on forever.
The Remaking of Corbin Wale: An M/M Holiday Romance by Roan Parrish

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emotional hopeful mysterious fast-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

Oh I loved this book so much! It was pretty different from what I imagined, it was so much more wholesome. I expected more drama from the synopsis. 

But there was no drama and I loved that so much. A bit of angst yes, but no unnecessary misunderstandings or last minute break ups just to keep the story going. 
Alex is so patient with Corbin and isn't pushing him. Loved that! 
A Wizard's Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher

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adventurous funny lighthearted 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

4.5

My first book by T. Kingfisher and it was delightful. 
It was such a nice story that didn't take itself too seriously. 

The magic system was so unique, I don't think I've read anything similar so far. I also really enjoyed the creative ways in which dough can be used for battle. 

What I also liked was that there wasn't a romantic aspect wedged in there just for the sake of having one. The story was perfect without one. 

I had a fantastic time listening to the audio book.
The Puppet Carver by Elley Cooper, Scott Cawthon

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challenging dark tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was quite a short addition to the series this time, but the stories were still interesting. 
I can't really say much without getting into spoilers so here it goes. 

The first story was one of the typical 'you get what you deserve' stories. I'm not even mad that he got replaced by a much nicer version of himself.
 

The second story was similar. The teenage guy being moody and hating everything and everyone, when they're just trying to be nice. How's cousin even saying that he's collecting his tickets for him so he can get the console he wants.


The third one was the best in my opinion. It was dark, twisted, played with your mind. I'm still not sure what really happened in the end, but that's fine.

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Polysecure: Bindung, Trauma und konsensuelle Nicht-Monogamie by Jessica Fern

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informative reflective medium-paced

4.0

Vielen Dank an Netgalley für dieses Rezensionsexemplar. 

Ich muss zugeben, dass ich mit Polyamori gar nichts zu tun habe. Das Thema an sich ist aber sehr spannend. 
Das Buch Polysecure zeigt so viele Möglichkeiten auf wie man bessere und tiefere Beziehungen zu anderen Menschen aufbauen kann und was alles dazu gehört. 

Es beginnt mit der Selbstreflexion bis hin zu den Unterschiedlichen Faktoren die in einer Beziehung wichtig sind. Das HEARTS-Modell hat mir sehr gut gefallen und es kann bestimmt auch außerhalb von polykülen Beziehungen verwendet werden. 

Es wurde alles gut und anschaulich erklärt. Trotzdem war es mir an manchen Stellen etwas zu ausgedehnt, was aber daran liegen kann, dass ich nicht aktiv nach Tipps für Beziehungen gesucht habe. 

Das Buch kann ich nur empfehlen, für alle die sich mit dem Thema beschäftigen möchten.