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The Wilderwomen by Ruth Emmie Lang
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
***** SPOILER *****
I had no idea it would involve dementia. This is an absolute trigger warning for anyone who is sensitive around that condition. It is not an in depth review, but it heartbreaking.
Aside from that heartbreak, which is also heart wrenching in real life, such a beautiful story of two so dissimilar sisters who come together to find their ‘lost’ mother.
They rediscover their mother and her memories together and because of one another. They end up strengthening their beautiful and special lifeline to one another.
And it was just such a beautiful journey and makes me wish I had a sister.
I had no idea it would involve dementia. This is an absolute trigger warning for anyone who is sensitive around that condition. It is not an in depth review, but it heartbreaking.
Aside from that heartbreak, which is also heart wrenching in real life, such a beautiful story of two so dissimilar sisters who come together to find their ‘lost’ mother.
They rediscover their mother and her memories together and because of one another. They end up strengthening their beautiful and special lifeline to one another.
And it was just such a beautiful journey and makes me wish I had a sister.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia
We Were Never Here by Andrea Bartz
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I thought it was a good storyline with great character building.
There are all sorts of trigger alerts for all the things, so look out for those.
I did feel like it was realistic as I have spent many years in relationships with toxic narcissists. I don’t feel like any of Emily’s reactions were unbelievable.
It did end rather abruptly and I did have questions that weren’t answered. As a reader I just like those endings tidied up unless we get a sequel. But maybe that’s just me.
There are all sorts of trigger alerts for all the things, so look out for those.
I did feel like it was realistic as I have spent many years in relationships with toxic narcissists. I don’t feel like any of Emily’s reactions were unbelievable.
It did end rather abruptly and I did have questions that weren’t answered. As a reader I just like those endings tidied up unless we get a sequel. But maybe that’s just me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Death, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship
Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It was a cute little romance book with a touch of spice 🌶️ 🌶️🌶️ I liked the characters, just couldn’t imagine a dude about of touch with sexuality. I’m sure they exist, it just feels SOOOOO out there for me.
If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
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
******Spoiler Alert*****
I really enjoyed this book because the characters seemed so realistic and made logical decisions EVEN when they were at their wits end or losing touch with reality. I believed every second of it.
The twist at the end gives my heart hope for Oliver and James. I would like to think their love could survive that test of time and tribulation.
I really enjoyed this book because the characters seemed so realistic and made logical decisions EVEN when they were at their wits end or losing touch with reality. I believed every second of it.
The twist at the end gives my heart hope for Oliver and James. I would like to think their love could survive that test of time and tribulation.
Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter? by Nicci French
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I liked this plot! I think it ended well, was well thought out and didn’t feel awkward.
I took off a half star because Silas was a douche and because Maude was made out to be what I felt was emotional: ‘She tried to control herself as best she could’ 😒…. Did we say that about any males in the book? No. No we did not, there was no good reason to make that comment about someone who was supposed to be a commanding lead female in this storyline.
Maybe I just adored Maude as a female in a male dominated field. I feel like she was owed more.
I took off a half star because Silas was a douche and because Maude was made out to be what I felt was emotional: ‘She tried to control herself as best she could’ 😒…. Did we say that about any males in the book? No. No we did not, there was no good reason to make that comment about someone who was supposed to be a commanding lead female in this storyline.
Maybe I just adored Maude as a female in a male dominated field. I feel like she was owed more.
Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
medium-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
Well…. I didn’t not like this book. There was a lot of infidelity 🤷🏼♀️ that just didn’t do it for me.
I did get a laugh at how Jen was so ‘meh’ about the whole situation and borderline sociopath though.
I did get a laugh at how Jen was so ‘meh’ about the whole situation and borderline sociopath though.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity
My Name Was Eden by Eleanor Barker-White
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I wish less was inferred about the transition from Eden to Eli. I also had a har drive getting into this one and it was totally because of the audiobook narrator.
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? No
4.0
This book came highly recommended and I adored the characters. It just took me a while to become invested. Not sure why, but maybe it was because of the politics and terrible things going on in early November 2024 and I just could not focus on this story properly.
Us Against You by Fredrik Backman
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
sad
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? It's complicated
5.0
Okay, very rare that I enjoy a sequel. This one was an endless pool of love and tears that I fell head over heels into.
SO GOOD.
I love my characters hard when I am allowed to get to know them through great imagery and in-depth characterization. I adored my characters in this book and I was heartbroken and so happy where they all ended up.
This one was so good. I told my husband repeatedly that I was worried about my characters and their story was just so realistic and hit me hard in the feels throughout the book.
I can’t wait to buy this set and add it to my bookshelf.
SO GOOD.
I love my characters hard when I am allowed to get to know them through great imagery and in-depth characterization. I adored my characters in this book and I was heartbroken and so happy where they all ended up.
This one was so good. I told my husband repeatedly that I was worried about my characters and their story was just so realistic and hit me hard in the feels throughout the book.
I can’t wait to buy this set and add it to my bookshelf.
Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
4.25
I fell in love with each of the sisters and pretty much saw the plot as it all started coming together right near the very end, but that made me enjoy it more.
I would have loved more stories about the girls and their backstories because that was just such a great part of the book.
I would have loved more stories about the girls and their backstories because that was just such a great part of the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse
Moderate: Bullying and Abandonment
Minor: Child death and Suicide attempt