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A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Wow. This book left me speechless.
It isn't what I expected at all. It did creep me out but it also left me with a bitter after taste, considering how sad Merry's story is and knowing we'll never know what truly happened because she's an unreliable character.
It isn't what I expected at all. It did creep me out but it also left me with a bitter after taste, considering how sad Merry's story is and knowing we'll never know what truly happened because she's an unreliable character.
Mary Poppins in the Park by Pamela Lyndon Travers
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
This book made me feel so nostalgic, mostly knowing how the third book ended.
It is full of magic and adventures, and we get to know other side of the relationship between the eldest Bank's children and Mary Poppins, which makes it so endearing.
It is full of magic and adventures, and we get to know other side of the relationship between the eldest Bank's children and Mary Poppins, which makes it so endearing.
Mary Poppins Opens the Door by P.L. Travers
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
Third book of the series and the author still manages to make me cry and feel a longing for its characters and their story.
Mary Poppins Comes Back by P.L. Travers
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
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
4.0
This book was better than the first in my opinion.
It gave that bittersweet feeling of having to end a story that I enjoyed, with characters that keep growing on me.
It gave that bittersweet feeling of having to end a story that I enjoyed, with characters that keep growing on me.
Home Office Romance by Kintetsu Yamada
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.5
Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗
Spice: 🔥
Spice: 🔥
This was a light rom-com that gives me vibes of Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii, while also making me think of Shingeki no Kyojin (if you're a fan of the Levi x Hange couple, you might enjoy this).
The characters interactions are hilarious, which is great to pass the time, while also giving us depth and character growth.
I enjoyed every minute of it.
Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
3.5
Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌗
I wasn't expecting to like it this much because I honestly disliked Mary Poppins' attitude and character at first. Julie Andrews mislead me a bit there, but that just makes both book and movie magical in their own ways.
We find ourselves going in numerous adventures with Jane and Michael (and sometimes, with the twins), learning and dreaming, and getting to know little by little who is Mary Poppins.
This is a book series I'm considering to buy for my future children, and if that doesn't tell you everything, then I don't know what will.
I wasn't expecting to like it this much because I honestly disliked Mary Poppins' attitude and character at first. Julie Andrews mislead me a bit there, but that just makes both book and movie magical in their own ways.
We find ourselves going in numerous adventures with Jane and Michael (and sometimes, with the twins), learning and dreaming, and getting to know little by little who is Mary Poppins.
This is a book series I'm considering to buy for my future children, and if that doesn't tell you everything, then I don't know what will.
What's Luck Got to Do With It by Kel Bruem
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Rating: 🌕🌕🌕
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥
Short review: Paranormal romance (mershark/leprechaun), hidden identities, forbidden love, rom-com. I loved Will.
Long review:
This was... and interesting reading. This is my first book featuring other paranormal creatures different than vampires and werewolves and I'm honestly not disappointed, just intrigued. The book was short and fun to read, so if you're looking for a quick, fun reading, this is for you.
The blurb said it was grumpy/sunshine but to me it was more awkward/reserved guy x insecure/oblivious girl. The insecure part doesn't have to do at all with confidence but you'll have to read the book to know what I'm talking about. 😉
They're relationship is fast paced but I didn't mind it since it seems to have a mate situation involved and it didn't feel forced. I just loved, loved, loved the second pairing (or meddling best friends), specially Will's humour.
I have to warn you on the spicy department tho:It has a monster (shifting form) sex scene and also *cough* double penises *cough*.
If you're into paranormal romances that involve shifting to mystical forms, I hope you like it!
Spice: 🔥🔥🔥
Short review: Paranormal romance (mershark/leprechaun), hidden identities, forbidden love, rom-com. I loved Will.
Long review:
This was... and interesting reading. This is my first book featuring other paranormal creatures different than vampires and werewolves and I'm honestly not disappointed, just intrigued. The book was short and fun to read, so if you're looking for a quick, fun reading, this is for you.
The blurb said it was grumpy/sunshine but to me it was more awkward/reserved guy x insecure/oblivious girl. The insecure part doesn't have to do at all with confidence but you'll have to read the book to know what I'm talking about. 😉
They're relationship is fast paced but I didn't mind it since it seems to have a mate situation involved and it didn't feel forced. I just loved, loved, loved the second pairing (or meddling best friends), specially Will's humour.
I have to warn you on the spicy department tho:
If you're into paranormal romances that involve shifting to mystical forms, I hope you like it!
Sugar Rush: BWWM Romance by Tyla Walker, Simone Silk
fast-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
1.0
Take a Chance by Miyeko May
funny
lighthearted
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
Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌕
Spice: 🔥🔥1/2
Short review: Great chemistry. Set in Mexico. Well written. Beautiful romance with a little bit of spice and so, so logical I loved it. Short book.
Long review:
Thank you Miyeko, for letting me know how to pronounce your name. It is so, so nice to meet you.
This the first five star book of the year and it is so well deserved. The author managed to write a slow paced romance in so little pages and that epilogue was cheff's kiss, considered the circumstances of the main characters. I simply loved it.
I'm not recommending it, it is a must read of the year. 🖤
Spice: 🔥🔥1/2
Short review: Great chemistry. Set in Mexico. Well written. Beautiful romance with a little bit of spice and so, so logical I loved it. Short book.
Long review:
Thank you Miyeko, for letting me know how to pronounce your name. It is so, so nice to meet you.
This the first five star book of the year and it is so well deserved. The author managed to write a slow paced romance in so little pages and that epilogue was cheff's kiss, considered the circumstances of the main characters. I simply loved it.
I'm not recommending it, it is a must read of the year. 🖤
And Then There Was Silence by Candace Robinson
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌘
Spice: 🔥🔥
Short review: Dark. Paranormal romance. Good plot twist. Recommended to those who like gothic/dark literature.
TC: Suicide. Gun violence. Animal death (descriptive).
Long review:
This is a dark book and you can notice that from the blurb. I don't recommend the book if you're feeling low, are living through a difficult moment that involves the loss of someone or are having dark thoughts.
Why do I say that? Because I know I already said that but death is the main topic in this book and it might touch a sensitive fiber in someone as described above.
Spice: 🔥🔥
Short review: Dark. Paranormal romance. Good plot twist. Recommended to those who like gothic/dark literature.
TC: Suicide. Gun violence. Animal death (descriptive).
Long review:
This is a dark book and you can notice that from the blurb. I don't recommend the book if you're feeling low, are living through a difficult moment that involves the loss of someone or are having dark thoughts.
Why do I say that? Because I know I already said that but death is the main topic in this book and it might touch a sensitive fiber in someone as described above.