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cassroberts89's reviews
436 reviews
Well Matched by Jen DeLuca
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
These keep getting better. I loved getting a glimpse inside of Mitch, who turned out to have his own things going on instead of being this caricature of a meathead. He’s just so lovable ☺️
I also feel like I could relate just a little better to April, having kids of my own that are not so little anymore. Not gonna lie though, she was kind of pissing me off there for a whole minute. I’m glad her behavior was addressed. I understand the why behind it, but I was worried she would get away with how she was treating Mitch.
I also feel like I could relate just a little better to April, having kids of my own that are not so little anymore. Not gonna lie though, she was kind of pissing me off there for a whole minute. I’m glad her behavior was addressed. I understand the why behind it, but I was worried she would get away with how she was treating Mitch.
Egg Marks the Spot by Amy Timberlake
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-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? N/A
4.0
Almost as adorable as the first book ❤️
Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
4.5
Whoa. That was a doozy. I haven’t been that riveted to a thriller in a long time. No spoilers, but I wasn’t a huge fan of the very last chapter. I thought the way everything played out was just surprising enough without being implausible, that the very end wasn’t totally necessary (even if it was more in line with what I envisioned for at least the second half of the book). I think leaving off that last chapter makes for a much more thought provoking read, but that’s just me.
Still, 4.5 stars rounded up 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks to the publisher and Goodreads Giveaways for the advance reader copy. All opinions are my own.
Still, 4.5 stars rounded up 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks to the publisher and Goodreads Giveaways for the advance reader copy. All opinions are my own.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Child death
Moderate: Addiction, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Vomit
Well Played by Jen DeLuca
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Cute!! I liked this better than Well Met. I’m glad I found Jen DeLuca to get me out of a reading slump.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
The One by Kiera Cass
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The Elite by Kiera Cass
emotional
lighthearted
tense
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
2.5
The Selection by Kiera Cass
emotional
lighthearted
tense
slow-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
2.5
Well Met by Jen DeLuca
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
Super, super cute! And definitely on the steamier side in a couple of scenes, if you’re wondering about that sort of thing.
One thing I went back and forth on was Emily’s mental state. In one hand, there were definitely moments where it was clear she was spiraling. Anxiety maybe, or just her past experience with dickhead-ex? I can emphasize with that and understand how sometimes it’s not always a rational line of thought.
I do think that bit was a little overdone though. There were other times where her thoughts were clear contradictions with her experiences, or even with her own previous thoughts. When everything seemed peachy, I was wondering what sort of conflict could possibly necessitate another half or so of the book. I think a lot of that conflict was forced by the author injecting her with some of these irrational thoughts. As if those thoughts were there for the sole purpose of propelling the story forward.
I hope that makes sense. I need to stop writing reviews late at night 😅 Still a great, what I like to call, “palate cleanser.”
One thing I went back and forth on was Emily’s mental state. In one hand, there were definitely moments where it was clear she was spiraling. Anxiety maybe, or just her past experience with dickhead-ex? I can emphasize with that and understand how sometimes it’s not always a rational line of thought.
I do think that bit was a little overdone though. There were other times where her thoughts were clear contradictions with her experiences, or even with her own previous thoughts. When everything seemed peachy, I was wondering what sort of conflict could possibly necessitate another half or so of the book. I think a lot of that conflict was forced by the author injecting her with some of these irrational thoughts. As if those thoughts were there for the sole purpose of propelling the story forward.
I hope that makes sense. I need to stop writing reviews late at night 😅 Still a great, what I like to call, “palate cleanser.”
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Car accident
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-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
5.0
This has serious potential as my favorite book of the year. It’s sweet, funny, sad, corny, punny, and all the best things from all the best happily-ever-afters. I loved it.
Winter by Marissa Meyer
challenging
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-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
4.25