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A clever, heartwarming, and surprisingly touching sci-fi series! We follow a self-aware SecUnit (part robot, part human) that hacks its own governor module to gain independence. What starts as just wanting to be left alone to consume media turns into an exploration of friendship, identity, and forging unexpected bonds. 

Across the 7 books (6 novellas/shorts and 1 full novel), Murderbot's snarky inner monologue and hilariously reluctant character growth as it connects with caring humans and AIs is an absolute delight. There's also no shortage of action, adventure, and space exploration. 

Kevin R. Free's narration is simply stellar, bringing Murderbot's distinctive voice to life. While Network Effect dragged a bit compared to the brisker novellas, the series overall is incredibly unique and thought-provoking. 

For sci-fi fans looking for a quirky, character-driven series with heart - look no further! Murderbot is the delightfully cantankerous android you never knew you needed in your life. An original and touching 4-star must-read. 

A clever, heartwarming, and surprisingly touching sci-fi series! We follow a self-aware SecUnit (part robot, part human) that hacks its own governor module to gain independence. What starts as just wanting to be left alone to consume media turns into an exploration of friendship, identity, and forging unexpected bonds. 

Across the 7 books (6 novellas/shorts and 1 full novel), Murderbot's snarky inner monologue and hilariously reluctant character growth as it connects with caring humans and AIs is an absolute delight. There's also no shortage of action, adventure, and space exploration. 

Kevin R. Free's narration is simply stellar, bringing Murderbot's distinctive voice to life. While Network Effect dragged a bit compared to the brisker novellas, the series overall is incredibly unique and thought-provoking. 

For sci-fi fans looking for a quirky, character-driven series with heart - look no further! Murderbot is the delightfully cantankerous android you never knew you needed in your life. An original and touching 4-star must-read. 

An utterly delightful enemies-to-lovers, second-chance romance! When sports agent Nora is assigned her college ex Derek as a client, the chemistry between them is electric and combustible. Nora and Derek wage a tantalizing game of one-upmanship filled with razor-sharp banter.

I was obsessed with the fantastic witty dialogue, the swoon-worthy romantic tensions, and seeing Nora pursue success in the male-dominated sports world. Derek's wonderful friend group provided brilliant supporting characters.

After loving Adams' "The Cheat Sheet", I've added more of her backlist to my TBR. Her romantic comedies are unputdownable gems filled with relatable characters, sparkling storytelling and off-the-charts romantic chemistry!

This one veered more into the horror genre than I care to read

Didn’t gel with the storyline or MCs. 

A heartwarming story about finding comfort, acceptance, and pursuing your dreams. Yeongju abandons her high-pressure career to open a bookshop in a quaint Seoul neighborhood. Her shop becomes a refuge for lonely souls seeking solace amongst the bookshelves.

As Yeongju and the shop's eccentric regulars learn to embrace their self-worth and life's simple joys, they uncover profound lessons about human connection, passion, and the healing power of literature.
I listened to the audiobook narrated by Rosa Escoda, whose warm narration beautifully brought the quirky characters to life. While a few portions resonated more strongly than others, overall this was a cozy, uplifting read reminding us to slow down and appreciate what really matters.

Perfect for those seeking: Character-driven fiction, bookish narratives, gentle life lessons, found family themes.

A clever, heartwarming, and surprisingly touching sci-fi series! We follow a self-aware SecUnit (part robot, part human) that hacks its own governor module to gain independence. What starts as just wanting to be left alone to consume media turns into an exploration of friendship, identity, and forging unexpected bonds. 

Across the 7 books (6 novellas/shorts and 1 full novel), Murderbot's snarky inner monologue and hilariously reluctant character growth as it connects with caring humans and AIs is an absolute delight. There's also no shortage of action, adventure, and space exploration. 

Kevin R. Free's narration is simply stellar, bringing Murderbot's distinctive voice to life. While Network Effect dragged a bit compared to the brisker novellas, the series overall is incredibly unique and thought-provoking. 

For sci-fi fans looking for a quirky, character-driven series with heart - look no further! Murderbot is the delightfully cantankerous android you never knew you needed in your life. An original and touching 4-star must-read. 

A clever, heartwarming, and surprisingly touching sci-fi series! We follow a self-aware SecUnit (part robot, part human) that hacks its own governor module to gain independence. What starts as just wanting to be left alone to consume media turns into an exploration of friendship, identity, and forging unexpected bonds. 

Across the 7 books (6 novellas/shorts and 1 full novel), Murderbot's snarky inner monologue and hilariously reluctant character growth as it connects with caring humans and AIs is an absolute delight. There's also no shortage of action, adventure, and space exploration. 

Kevin R. Free's narration is simply stellar, bringing Murderbot's distinctive voice to life. While Network Effect dragged a bit compared to the brisker novellas, the series overall is incredibly unique and thought-provoking. 

For sci-fi fans looking for a quirky, character-driven series with heart - look no further! Murderbot is the delightfully cantankerous android you never knew you needed in your life. An original and touching 4-star must-read.