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Comfort & Joy by Kristin Hannah
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
Comfort & Joy
By Kristin Hannah
5⭐️
This was a beautiful story. Kristin Hannah is known for stories that reach your soul, and this one definitely does that. This story will engage all of your emotions as you journey with Joy to find Hope.
Christmastime has a way of leaving a bit of magic around. This story has a bit of Christmas magic mixed into it. Just enough to keep that little piece of us that still believes in the magic of Christmas alive.
The characters are well written and so is the plot. I want to say so much about this story and how my mind absorbed it, but I won’t. I will say, if you need something that’ll refresh you and leave you with some good feelings - then this book is perfect for you.
By Kristin Hannah
5⭐️
This was a beautiful story. Kristin Hannah is known for stories that reach your soul, and this one definitely does that. This story will engage all of your emotions as you journey with Joy to find Hope.
Christmastime has a way of leaving a bit of magic around. This story has a bit of Christmas magic mixed into it. Just enough to keep that little piece of us that still believes in the magic of Christmas alive.
The characters are well written and so is the plot. I want to say so much about this story and how my mind absorbed it, but I won’t. I will say, if you need something that’ll refresh you and leave you with some good feelings - then this book is perfect for you.
The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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? It's complicated
4.0
The Christmas Fix
By Lucy Score
4⭐️
The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score was a cute holiday story. The town of Merry, Connecticut, was hit by a late October Hurricane. The bigger problem… Will the town be “fixed” up in time for their traditional Christmas Festival that brings in a lot of revenue.
Cat and her Reality TV Show want to Fix Up Merry for their Christmas Special. As you meet the residents of the town, Merry, you will find yourself falling in love with the story.
Score has well written characters meshed with a solid and Christmasy plot. This books has all the makings of a Hallmark Christmas movie but with a little more spice.
If you love Christmas and happy endings you really should check this book out!
By Lucy Score
4⭐️
The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score was a cute holiday story. The town of Merry, Connecticut, was hit by a late October Hurricane. The bigger problem… Will the town be “fixed” up in time for their traditional Christmas Festival that brings in a lot of revenue.
Cat and her Reality TV Show want to Fix Up Merry for their Christmas Special. As you meet the residents of the town, Merry, you will find yourself falling in love with the story.
Score has well written characters meshed with a solid and Christmasy plot. This books has all the makings of a Hallmark Christmas movie but with a little more spice.
If you love Christmas and happy endings you really should check this book out!
Content Warnings
Minor: Cursing
The Girl in the Leaves by Sarah Maynard, Larry Maynard, Robert Scott
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
The Girl in the Leaves
By Robert Scott
5 ⭐️
Let me begin by saying that I followed this story closely in the news. I didn’t live far from Knox County. I lived in a bordering county. This was so scary, so sad, and so unbelievable in the sense that a person could commit the acts that were committed. This book has answered many questions I had.
Robert Scott did a great job writing this True Crime Book. He was very thorough in details as well as respectful of Sarah’s privacy. This made the book an automatic 5⭐️s for me. He did a great job portraying the events without re-victomizing Sarah.
This book was a tough read for me. I’m not sure if that is because I was so wrapped up in the case as it unfolded or because the events were so horrific. Please be sure to read all the trigger warnings before you choose to read this book.
I’d like to add a side note that I am so glad that Sarah’s (and her family and neighbor’s) story has been told.
By Robert Scott
5 ⭐️
Let me begin by saying that I followed this story closely in the news. I didn’t live far from Knox County. I lived in a bordering county. This was so scary, so sad, and so unbelievable in the sense that a person could commit the acts that were committed. This book has answered many questions I had.
Robert Scott did a great job writing this True Crime Book. He was very thorough in details as well as respectful of Sarah’s privacy. This made the book an automatic 5⭐️s for me. He did a great job portraying the events without re-victomizing Sarah.
This book was a tough read for me. I’m not sure if that is because I was so wrapped up in the case as it unfolded or because the events were so horrific. Please be sure to read all the trigger warnings before you choose to read this book.
I’d like to add a side note that I am so glad that Sarah’s (and her family and neighbor’s) story has been told.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child death, Confinement, Death, Gore, Mental illness, Rape, Sexual assault, Torture, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, and Murder
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
5⭐️
The Court of Silver Flames
By Sarah J Maas
Just like her other books in this series, Maas captivates by pulling you in to an amazing world with strong characters.
This book is Nesta’s story… when I began it I wasn’t sure how I’d feel with the focus being on Nesta instead of Feyre. I was surprised that Feyre’s presence wasn’t really needed all of the time to stick with the overall storyline. She was present enough that I didn’t miss her. I think it felt like I was “growing” and “healing” right along side of Nesta… I love how the characters are so well written that they grow in your heart just like real people do.
I honestly would forget that I was reading when I was reading this book, the entire series really. I cannot wait for the next book… I wanna keep experiencing their world and their stories!
The Court of Silver Flames
By Sarah J Maas
Just like her other books in this series, Maas captivates by pulling you in to an amazing world with strong characters.
This book is Nesta’s story… when I began it I wasn’t sure how I’d feel with the focus being on Nesta instead of Feyre. I was surprised that Feyre’s presence wasn’t really needed all of the time to stick with the overall storyline. She was present enough that I didn’t miss her. I think it felt like I was “growing” and “healing” right along side of Nesta… I love how the characters are so well written that they grow in your heart just like real people do.
I honestly would forget that I was reading when I was reading this book, the entire series really. I cannot wait for the next book… I wanna keep experiencing their world and their stories!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Confinement, Cursing, Death, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent, War, and Deportation
The Accidental Apprentice by Amanda Foody
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
Wildelore Series
The Accidental Apprentice
By Amanda Foody
This is such a great book. Middle Grade. My son and read this together (He is 12) and we both really enjoyed it. We are delighted to know this book is part of a series and we can’t wait to read the next book!
This story follows Barcley who is from Dullshire - where almost nothing fun seems to be allowed. By chance Barcley tumbles into a world full of adventure and magic and he’s not too sure about it.
I’d say if you or your child like books like Harry Potter this book would be a good choice for you. Although this book doesn’t get as dark as Harry Potter does.
The Accidental Apprentice
By Amanda Foody
This is such a great book. Middle Grade. My son and read this together (He is 12) and we both really enjoyed it. We are delighted to know this book is part of a series and we can’t wait to read the next book!
This story follows Barcley who is from Dullshire - where almost nothing fun seems to be allowed. By chance Barcley tumbles into a world full of adventure and magic and he’s not too sure about it.
I’d say if you or your child like books like Harry Potter this book would be a good choice for you. Although this book doesn’t get as dark as Harry Potter does.
Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Pretty Girls
By Karin Slaughter
5⭐️
When you read this book be ready for a wild ride. You might wanna bring snacks and drinks when you are ready to start reading because you are not going to want to put this book down!
It did take a few chapters to get a real feel of what is going on. I don’t think this was a bad thing though because it allowed time for me to really start getting to know the characters and their history.
The book is about 3 sisters, their lives, their dysfunctions, and ultimately their bond. You’ll meet good guys and bad guys, but you won’t know for sure which is which until nearly the end of the book. The wrap up was well done too. I was really impressed with how well this story was written.
This book flowed well and pulled me in tight. Definitely well written. I will say that you should read the trigger warnings before you decide to read this book. There is some heavy stuff in it that at times was hard to read.
If you like thrillers and can handle the trigger warnings (including murder, sexual assault, & torture) this book is for you.
By Karin Slaughter
5⭐️
When you read this book be ready for a wild ride. You might wanna bring snacks and drinks when you are ready to start reading because you are not going to want to put this book down!
It did take a few chapters to get a real feel of what is going on. I don’t think this was a bad thing though because it allowed time for me to really start getting to know the characters and their history.
The book is about 3 sisters, their lives, their dysfunctions, and ultimately their bond. You’ll meet good guys and bad guys, but you won’t know for sure which is which until nearly the end of the book. The wrap up was well done too. I was really impressed with how well this story was written.
This book flowed well and pulled me in tight. Definitely well written. I will say that you should read the trigger warnings before you decide to read this book. There is some heavy stuff in it that at times was hard to read.
If you like thrillers and can handle the trigger warnings (including murder, sexual assault, & torture) this book is for you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Body shaming, Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gore, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicide, Torture, Violence, Blood, Excrement, Vomit, Kidnapping, Grief, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, and Injury/Injury detail
A Court of Frost and Starlight by Sarah J. Maas
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
A Court of Frost and Starlight
By Sarah J Maas
4⭐️
This book reads more like a novella. It’s much shorter than the first 3 books in the series. This story focuses on Solstice Celebrations… Similar to our Christmas without the emphasis of religion.
This story is beautifully written and gives the readers a good vision of their Solstice Celebrations. It also gives readers a view of the impact of war in the recent history. How people and even locations have been altered by the battles and war itself.
This book is much slower and calmer than previous stories, but the story is still deep. It is definitely worth the time to read it - especially if you love Feyre and her family.
By Sarah J Maas
4⭐️
This book reads more like a novella. It’s much shorter than the first 3 books in the series. This story focuses on Solstice Celebrations… Similar to our Christmas without the emphasis of religion.
This story is beautifully written and gives the readers a good vision of their Solstice Celebrations. It also gives readers a view of the impact of war in the recent history. How people and even locations have been altered by the battles and war itself.
This book is much slower and calmer than previous stories, but the story is still deep. It is definitely worth the time to read it - especially if you love Feyre and her family.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Grief
A Court of Wings and Ruin by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
A Court of Wings and Ruin
By Sarah J Maas
5⭐️
Sarah J Maas has done it again! Another great book added to A Court of Thorns and Roses Series. World Building and Character Development is on point!
In this book we meet in more detail the Lords of the other Courts. War is upon them and decisions must be made. They must determine who are friends and who are enemies. Their entire world’s survival depends on being ready and winning the war. Surprises are at every turn…
You don’t want to miss this story. It’s so good. I found myself emotional at many spots in the story and well engrossed in the story all of the way through.
By Sarah J Maas
5⭐️
Sarah J Maas has done it again! Another great book added to A Court of Thorns and Roses Series. World Building and Character Development is on point!
In this book we meet in more detail the Lords of the other Courts. War is upon them and decisions must be made. They must determine who are friends and who are enemies. Their entire world’s survival depends on being ready and winning the war. Surprises are at every turn…
You don’t want to miss this story. It’s so good. I found myself emotional at many spots in the story and well engrossed in the story all of the way through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Gaslighting, and War
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
5.0
The Hunger Games
By Suzanne Collins
5⭐️
This story was gripping from the very first page. Collins gives you a thorough look into the life of Katniss in District 12. You get a real feel for the desperation that comes from just living. Then she introduces the Hunger Games.
During the Hunger Games you meet 24 kids from 12 districts. You see them fighting and trying to survive. Deeper than that though, you get Katniss’s perception and it feels like you are experiencing the challenges along side of her.
This dystopian novel is engaging and it pulls you in to the very core. When you finish you will be ready to pick up the next book in the series.
I read this book along side of my middle school son. We both enjoyed it very much.
By Suzanne Collins
5⭐️
This story was gripping from the very first page. Collins gives you a thorough look into the life of Katniss in District 12. You get a real feel for the desperation that comes from just living. Then she introduces the Hunger Games.
During the Hunger Games you meet 24 kids from 12 districts. You see them fighting and trying to survive. Deeper than that though, you get Katniss’s perception and it feels like you are experiencing the challenges along side of her.
This dystopian novel is engaging and it pulls you in to the very core. When you finish you will be ready to pick up the next book in the series.
I read this book along side of my middle school son. We both enjoyed it very much.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal death, Child death, Death, Gore, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
A Witch in Time by Constance Sayers
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-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? It's complicated
4.0
A Witch in Time
By Constance Sayers
4⭐️
Sayers weaves together a tale of one witch over 4 lives and the two men who accompany her in those lives. Each character pulls you in so deeply you almost forget that there is a bigger picture - in my opinion this is one of the best features of the story.
Many historically accurate details are included in the story which draws even more appreciation from me.
If you like historical fiction, witches and magic, and or dual/multi timelines, then this book is for you!
By Constance Sayers
4⭐️
Sayers weaves together a tale of one witch over 4 lives and the two men who accompany her in those lives. Each character pulls you in so deeply you almost forget that there is a bigger picture - in my opinion this is one of the best features of the story.
Many historically accurate details are included in the story which draws even more appreciation from me.
If you like historical fiction, witches and magic, and or dual/multi timelines, then this book is for you!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child death, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Infertility, Infidelity, Rape, Sexual assault, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Abortion, Death of parent, Murder, and Pregnancy