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The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced

3.75

This was my first Lucy Foley book. I enjoyed it. The rich elite taking over the generational small town with scandals. It has some fun twists and multiple POVs. I'm definitely going to read more from her. 
Cannibalism: A Perfectly Natural History by Bill Schutt

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dark informative slow-paced

3.0

This felt a bit dry at first, but overall I really enjoyed it. It was really interesting. I definitely had multiple moments of 👀 "what did he say?"
Recommend 
The Facemaker: A Visionary Surgeon's Battle to Mend the Disfigured Soldiers of World War I by Lindsey Fitzharris

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challenging dark informative reflective

4.75

This was jaw dropping, horrifying, and interesting. The history and gruesome origins of plastic surgery blew me away. Written in a way that didn't feel clinical at all, it was gripping. 
Dark Archives: A Librarian's Investigation Into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin by Megan Rosenbloom

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dark reflective medium-paced

3.0

Very interesting. I enjoyed the storytelling that was added into it. I love some good lore. This is an interesting subject and the book covered more than I thought it would on the history of this topic.
Ghost Station by S.A. Barnes

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adventurous dark tense medium-paced

5.0

Barnes is officially an autobuy author. This was so great. A slow burn haunted house vibe in space. It amped up and kept me hooked the whole time 🤌🏻
The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James

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challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced

4.0

This was fun as hell! Ghosts, mystery, and a split timeline that I didn't hate. It's a bookish miracle! 🙌🏻
One of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole

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adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

4.0

This was such a unique thriller. Of course I adore Alyssa Cole, so I'm not shocked. Highly recommend 
Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir

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adventurous mysterious medium-paced

3.25

I am still confused. I honestly didn't enjoy this book as much as book one. A friend recommended chapter summaries, which were helpful. However, having to supplement to understand the book was a little annoying. The vibes weren't as enjoyable for me in this book as they were in book one. 
The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

4.0

This starts a bit slow, but it builds to a GREAT ending. I really enjoyed this. I love time travel, and this delivered. 
The Recall Paradox by Julian R. Vaca

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adventurous mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

3.25

This duology was a good time. I like books that have anything to do with memory and this one delivered. Twists, plots, and conspiracy. The end felt a bit rushed but I would still recommend it.