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The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
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
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
Recommend
The Facemaker: A Visionary Surgeon's Battle to Mend the Disfigured Soldiers of World War I by Lindsey Fitzharris
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.