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King's Cage by Victoria Aveyard

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adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

so far this series just feels like a really long book that was randomly divided into 4 big chunks. like it doesn't end in a cliffhanger but just a random accourence in the book. it doesn't make me anxious to pick to next one up (though I will, but just because I am finishing series in 2025).
The Chalice of the Gods by Rick Riordan

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adventurous fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas

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adventurous emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

this was devastating 😭 sjm why would you do this to me 
Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

this just hit so close to heart. I related to much to the stuff Emily was feeling and cried so many times along with her.
this is definitely my favourite so far out of the series, I love their relationship so much, it felt so real and genuine.
I can't wait for the next book, which I have been waiting soooo long for (Maddie&James <3)
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Happy Place by Emily Henry

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

this book was just meh for me. it didn't hit like I thought it would, considering the excellent recs.
the characters felt flat, the plot was all over the place, for me personally. 
Crown of Midnight by Sarah J. Maas

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

3.75

the first half of the book was too slow for my liking but it definitely picked up.
I have to say after Chaol said Celeana might be
a noble
I immediately knew she was the
princess the rebellion was after (tho it's kind of a predictable fantasy plot line). didn't expect her to be Fae tho lmao.
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Heartstopper Volume 5 by Alice Oseman

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fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

The Most Wonderful Crime of the Year by Ally Carter

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mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

so glad I got this in before the end of the year.
it was sooo good. Ethan is such a good man, and I loved his and Maggie's journey throuout the book.
the mystery plot wasn't the most hooking one I've read, but it was such a fun read!
The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose

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mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.25

while I liked the book overall, it felt a bit all over the place with the mystery and the ending was kind of rushed.
Leather & Lark by Brynne Weaver

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

I felt like the tropes in this book were all over the place and I didn't really like lachlan and larks dynamic. definitely prefer b&b, but I'm kind of looking forward to Fionn and Rose's story.
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