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Things We Left Behind by Lucy Score
emotional
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
Yes, yes, yes! I'm so happy that we finally got Sloane and Lucian's story! I've been excited to read it since we first met both in book 1, and it was even better than I hoped for. The tension between them is so good that I kept wanting to push them to get together and squealed when (and how) it finally happened. The suspense plot is big enough to keep you on your toes but not so big that it distracts from the romance, so good! It was a heartbreaking story at times, dealing with heavy topics, but it still made my heart so happy. It never felt like I was reading a 600-page book to me, I always fly through any Lucy Score book and this was no different. The story, the town, the people will suck you in and you won't be able to let go until you're done. And maybe even after finishing the book you won't quite let them go! It was great seeing the others there again, and the epilogues were just perfect!
I voluntarily read an advanced review copy of this book
I voluntarily read an advanced review copy of this book
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Violence, Grief, and Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Gun violence and Death of parent
Like I Pictured by Charlie Novak
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? It's complicated
4.5
This novella was so fluffy and cute! It was my first read from Charlie Novak, and it definitely won’t be my last. Can’t wait to keep reading this series!
Meats and Memories by Duckie Mack
emotional
hopeful
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
I loved this book so much! Evan and Dash are amazing people, and they’re so swoony together! I was sucked into the story and I couldn’t stop reading until way past my bedtime. Go read this series!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Confinement and Grief
Minor: Cancer, Medical content, and Pregnancy
The Charmer by Riley Hart
emotional
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
What an amazing book to finish this series! I loved it so much! My heart broke for Corbin and his struggles with his self esteem and his family, and I’m so, so happy that Spencer helped him so much with it all. The Beach Bums are the best friend group anyone can have, and I’m so happy to see all of them so happy! The book deals with very serious topics, without ever getting too heavy but also treating it with the respect it deserves, the balance was so good. This book (the whole series, really) will make you think, make you swoon, make you laugh, and make you lose track of time while reading, go binge it now!
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Eating disorder, Fatphobia, and Religious bigotry
The Tease by Lauren Blakely
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Tease is everything I come to Lauren Blakely for. It’s filled with emotion, steam, love, friendship, great rep, and so much more! I loved it!
Vanessa Edwin and Jason Clarke did an amazing job as the narrators, they brought Finn and Jules to life! I keep saying it, but definitely go for the audiobook if you’re able to!
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
Vanessa Edwin and Jason Clarke did an amazing job as the narrators, they brought Finn and Jules to life! I keep saying it, but definitely go for the audiobook if you’re able to!
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Grief
The Cockpit by Ava Olsen
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was a fun read, I always love seeing demisexuality represented well. It’s a good story, great for a summer weekend. I did get distracted by the use of dialogue tags other than ‘said’. The used synonyms didn’t always work and they took me out of the story. I’ve read ‘murmured’ so much that it’s not really a word anymore
The Problem With Perfect by Philip William Stover
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
This was a cute read, I loved all the characters, but I was never fully pulled into the story. It was fun and good for a sunny summer read.
Burning Justice by Tee O'Fallon
emotional
tense
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? It's complicated
4.0
This book is intense! Dealing with arson, murder, ptsd, survivor’s guilt, trust issues, it has it all. The developing romance between Brett and Gemma was so good, but it never overpowered the suspense. I loved the balance between the two. It started a bit slower but the case and the story pulled me in quick and it got difficult to put it down!
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
I voluntarily read an advance review copy of this book
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, and Fire/Fire injury
Hostile Territory by Marie James
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
This audiobook was so good! It did take a bit to get going, but by the time I was about halfway through, I couldn’t stop listening! I would’ve like some more communication between Anna and Deacon after everything went down, but all the suspense and tension throughout the book made up for it
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Kidnapping, and Murder
Bro Split by K.M. Neuhold
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.5
I loved Bro Split so much! This book is full with love, steam, joy, happiness, and accepting who you are. So, so good!