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211 reviews
All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
If you liked The Push then you would like this book. I'm still reeling from the ending...
The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina by Zoraida Córdova
4.5
I loved the magical realism, the family's lore, and its secrets. The mystery that Weaved throughout the story kept keeping me up past my bedtime. Just a very lovely story!
The Book That Wouldn't Burn by Mark Lawrence
adventurous
challenging
informative
inspiring
mysterious
tense
slow-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? No
4.0
Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Flying Solo by Linda Holmes
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
I really liked this book. I liked the Aunt's little mystery. I liked Lori's decisive indecisiveness of what she wanted a relationship to be. The second chance romance trope is always fun, and especially, the dropping of the name Ani Difranco (a favorite independent musician of mine). I've felt like Lori don't point in my life, and I get not settling until you just know that you know.
The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford
I DNF'd this book. I just didn't care enough about any of the characters lives.