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Psyche and Eros by Luna McNamara
adventurous
funny
inspiring
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? Yes
4.0
I've always wanted to read a Psyche and Eros retelling, since I fell in love with the myth when I was younger. It is honestly one of my favourite myths.
I thought that this was a great retelling and couldn't put this book down.
A great feminist take on this classic myth. Blended with the stories of a few other heroes and gods. I loved the romance, the adventure and the stakes shown in this story. A must read Greek myth retelling πΊπ
I thought that this was a great retelling and couldn't put this book down.
A great feminist take on this classic myth. Blended with the stories of a few other heroes and gods. I loved the romance, the adventure and the stakes shown in this story. A must read Greek myth retelling πΊπ
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Blood, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Cursing and Violence
Minor: Misogyny, Sexual content, Vomit, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Blade Breaker by Victoria Aveyard
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed this book, I thought it was good. Loved getting to read about Corayne, Andry, Dom and Sorasa again. I loved how this book explored their characters as they developed and grew. I do wish there'd been more romance. Corayne and Andry, and Dom and Sorasa, are a slow burn that I'm hoping will have some more romantic interactions and not just hints and light flirting.
Although, I did enjoy reading about Dom acting like an overprotective dad to Corayne.
I had forgotten some characters from the first book, like Sigil, Charlie and Ridha. I hadn't found them very memorable but in this book they left a mark on me.
I like that this book is told from six different character's POV: Corayne, Andry, Dom, Sorasa, Ridha and Erida. But I do think that Ridha and Erida's weren't really necessary. And I found myself skimming most of their chapters. Ridha only had a few chapters, so it wasn't as bad but Erida had more. And they were long. Usually 20 or more pages and I found they just dragged. Especially as I didn't think they added much to the story. The war she was waging and the land that she conquered could've been mentioned in other characters POVs.
I would happily read more from Corayne, Andry, Dom or Sorasa than Erida.
Although, I did enjoy reading about Dom acting like an overprotective dad to Corayne.
I had forgotten some characters from the first book, like Sigil, Charlie and Ridha. I hadn't found them very memorable but in this book they left a mark on me.
I like that this book is told from six different character's POV: Corayne, Andry, Dom, Sorasa, Ridha and Erida. But I do think that Ridha and Erida's weren't really necessary. And I found myself skimming most of their chapters. Ridha only had a few chapters, so it wasn't as bad but Erida had more. And they were long. Usually 20 or more pages and I found they just dragged. Especially as I didn't think they added much to the story. The war she was waging and the land that she conquered could've been mentioned in other characters POVs.
I would happily read more from Corayne, Andry, Dom or Sorasa than Erida.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Alcohol, and War
Moderate: Animal death and Grief
Minor: Death, Gore, Vomit, Grief, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
Blade Breaker by Victoria Aveyard
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
4.0
I really enjoyed this book, I thought it was good. Loved getting to read about Corayne, Andry, Dom and Sorasa again. I loved how this book explored their characters as they developed and grew. I do wish there'd been more romance. Corayne and Andry, and Dom and Sorasa, are a slow burn that I'm hoping will have some more romantic interactions and not just hints and light flirting.
Although, I did enjoy reading about Dom acting like an overprotective dad to Corayne.
I had forgotten some characters from the first book, like Sigil, Charlie and Ridha. I hadn't found them very memorable but in this book they left a mark on me.
I like that this book is told from six different character's POV: Corayne, Andry, Dom, Sorasa, Ridha and Erida. But I do think that Ridha and Erida's weren't really necessary. And I found myself skimming most of their chapters. Ridha only had a few chapters, so it wasn't as bad but Erida had more. And they were long. Usually 20 or more pages and I found they just dragged. Especially as I didn't think they added much to the story. The war she was waging and the land that she conquered could've been mentioned in other characters POVs.
I would happily read more from Corayne, Andry, Dom or Sorasa than Erida.
Although, I did enjoy reading about Dom acting like an overprotective dad to Corayne.
I had forgotten some characters from the first book, like Sigil, Charlie and Ridha. I hadn't found them very memorable but in this book they left a mark on me.
I like that this book is told from six different character's POV: Corayne, Andry, Dom, Sorasa, Ridha and Erida. But I do think that Ridha and Erida's weren't really necessary. And I found myself skimming most of their chapters. Ridha only had a few chapters, so it wasn't as bad but Erida had more. And they were long. Usually 20 or more pages and I found they just dragged. Especially as I didn't think they added much to the story. The war she was waging and the land that she conquered could've been mentioned in other characters POVs.
I would happily read more from Corayne, Andry, Dom or Sorasa than Erida.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Death, Vomit, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I enjoyed it. But it wasn't as good as the first one. It should've been shorter. And the miscommunication should not have last for practically the whole book. Because let's be honest that was annoying as fuck π
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Blood, and War
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Sexism and Alcohol
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I enjoyed it. But it wasn't as good as the first one. It should've been shorter. And the miscommunication should not have last for practically the whole book. Because let's be honest that was annoying as fuck π
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Sexual content, Torture, Violence, Blood, and War
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Misogyny and Alcohol
The Sleeper and the Spindle by Neil Gaiman
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Monstress, Vol. 6: The Vow by Marjorie Liu
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
slow-paced
0.25
Depressing as fuck.
Totally not the right book for me.
Totally not the right book for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Suicidal thoughts, and Suicide attempt