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George Orwell's 1984: An Audible Original adaptation by George Orwell

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reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

No notes, this was 10 times better than the book.

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Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

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challenging informative reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

I understand the hype now

Carole & Tuesday, Vol. 3 by BONES, Shinichirō Watanabe, Morito Yamataka

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lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Carole & Tuesday, Vol. 2 by BONES, Shinichirō Watanabe, Morito Yamataka

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3.75

This one was wordier than the last one lol

Carole & Tuesday, Vol. 1 by BONES, Shinichirō Watanabe, Morito Yamataka

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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

4.0

Very wholesome

The Last Olympian by Rick Riordan

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adventurous funny hopeful reflective fast-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? Yes

4.75

The last Olympian is soooo hosted like there is just not a book like it and I would argue with anyone is one of Rick's best (if not THE best).

Plot Twist by Erin La Rosa

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lighthearted slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

It was mid romance book :(

The Battle of the Labyrinth by Rick Riordan

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adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

You know what, I underestimated you Labyrinth. I wasn't familiar with your game but you proved me wrong.

The Sea of Monsters by Rick Riordan

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adventurous funny lighthearted 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? Yes

3.5

Sea of monsters was my least favorite book in the series but now that I've re read it... it's still my least favorite but it made me appreciate it more! It has some banger scenes and it sets up the next couple of books so it's just an in between, filler kinda book that's just enjoyable to read.

Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery

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adventurous hopeful lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

I started reading this because it's a well known Canadian classic and now that I've read it I understand why. Anne Shirley is a lovable, free spirited girl whose daydreaming is adorable.
Anne, Diana, and all the people in Avonlea make this story such an enjoyable read because they feel like real people you'd meet in your life.

Anne's journey of girlhood makes me especially sentimental because it showcases the true meaning of growing up.

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