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We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This book was super interesting and engaging. I love Emily Austin's writing style and how her books are so deeply in her characters' heads. I relate so much to the way they think and act even if I don't relate to exactly what they're going through.
This book had twists I didn't expect that kept it fascinating the whole way through. I also am convinced Sigrid is autistic lmao.
If you like Emily Austin's other books then absolutely read this!!! I think I like the other two better but this was still 100% a five star read for me. I want to read everything she ever writes forever.
Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for the chance to read and review this ARC.
This book had twists I didn't expect that kept it fascinating the whole way through. I also am convinced Sigrid is autistic lmao.
If you like Emily Austin's other books then absolutely read this!!! I think I like the other two better but this was still 100% a five star read for me. I want to read everything she ever writes forever.
Thank you to Netgalley and Atria Books for the chance to read and review this ARC.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Schizophrenia/Psychosis
Moderate: Rape
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Self Portrait: Poems & Essays by Makenzie Campbell
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
This is such a raw, personal collection of poetry and essays. Makenzie Campbell is a beautiful writer and I love seeing the growth from her previous books to this one. Self Portrait has so much to say on love, girlhood, loss, longing, and growing up. I'd definitely recommend it.
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC.
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC.
Triple Sec by TJ Alexander
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Astrid Parker Doesn't Fail by Ashley Herring Blake
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Astrid is autistic, right? It's not just me??
From Sand to Stars by Shelby Leigh
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Shelby Leigh's writing is so beautiful and honest. This book has so much to say on things like growth, anxiety, self love, grief, loneliness, and healing. I think this would be a really good book to read when you're going through some kind of hard time, especially mental health wise. I'm really glad I got to read it.
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC!
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC!
Small Ghost by Trista Mateer
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
I absolutely love everything Trista Mateer has written, and this is no exception. I love her style of writing, and the way it's so readable and relatable while always feeling new and creative. I felt so much while reading this collection and I'd strongly recommend it to anyone interested.
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC.
Thank you to Netgalley and Central Avenue Publishing for the chance to read and review this ARC.