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The Last Star by Rick Yancey

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3.5

I hate that I didn’t love this as much as book 2! This felt a lot more like book 1 - w parts I really loved and the rest that was interesting but at the same time sort of frustrating. Cassie’s perspective was particularly annoying. Glad to have read this series though! 
The Infinite Sea by Rick Yancey

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful 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

Read this as a mix of audiobook and book. Audiobook because I feel like Yancey’s writing is meant to be read because it’s so beautifully written and metaphorical, book because even when I wasn’t commuting I needed to keep reading ASAP. It’s crazy how the puzzle of this book comes together, comes apart, over and over…I legit could not get enough.

Here’s my fav review I read of this book that captures exactly how I feel - “Heart-pounding pacing, lyrical prose and mind-bending twists . . ."--The New York Times Book Review
The Only One Left by Riley Sager

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3.5

This was a good read. It suuuuuper dragged out though, but I didn’t see the twists coming (and they legit kept coming) so that’s a win in my book. I don’t think I’d recommend this to anyone though? Hence the lower rating. Also I did like how the characters were twisty but also how the house and its degradation added another layer of twist as well - you typically don’t see external factors on top of characters and I thought it brought a dimension of uncontrollable chaos haha. 
On the Way to the Wedding by Julia Quinn

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4.0

The first 30% of this book wasn’t vibing with me, but then it all clicked into place. Both Gregory and Lucy (and even the supporting characters) had interesting depth, which made them fun to read and root for. This really felt like a story of growing up - with a dash of adventure and some fun plot! 
The Widow's Husband's Secret Lie: A Satirical Novella by Freida McFadden

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5.0

This was literally ICONIC. Satire at its best. And I think the best part was that it was Freida making fun of herself 😂
No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall

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4.0

I liked Kate Alice Marshall’s book so much, I found another! I really really enjoyed this, but thought the ending wrapped up too quickly. It was building up super well, but the bow tied up with too much characters just monologuing the truth lol. 
What Lies in the Woods by Kate Alice Marshall

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dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really, really loved this thriller. Picked it up bc of no wait in the queue and it was such a delight. Compelling characters, engaging plot - I never wanted it to end! And said oh shit multiple times so that’s a great sign hahs
This Is Water: Some Thoughts, Delivered on a Significant Occasion, about Living a Compassionate Life by David Foster Wallace

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challenging funny reflective fast-paced

5.0

This is water!!!!!!
Sandwich by Catherine Newman

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5.0

I loved every second of this book. Reading a book that felt real was so refreshing, and really made me pause and think about how rare that is (to both do, and to do very well). After I finished, I immediately thought that this would be a great reread in 25 years. 
A Stranger in the House by Shari Lapena

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Honestly this was wild. In the beginning I thought it was just like the other Shari book I just finished, crappy present tense and vibes I didn’t want at all. But then the mystery plot started picking up and it had me! I did feel like the ending was sort of rushed and abrupt tho. But - the detective in this was the same dude as the couple next door, and honestly he makes the book.