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Kill Order by Tate James
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Thought this was a satisfying enough ending to the series, with some of the plot twists having been built up over the three books. I do wish more of the ending followed this ‘established and well-hinted at’ trend as some of the information we learn felt more out of the blue than I would’ve liked.
But overall enjoyed the series and will continue reading Tate James’ work bc jfc she puts smt good in her writing haha.
But overall enjoyed the series and will continue reading Tate James’ work bc jfc she puts smt good in her writing haha.
Dead Drop by Tate James
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-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? It's complicated
3.75
Another great addition to the series. Keen to find out what happens next.
Still not as in love w these characters as in the rest of the shadow grove crew but they’re warming on me.
Still not as in love w these characters as in the rest of the shadow grove crew but they’re warming on me.
Honey Trap by Tate James
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Tate James puts something in her books bc holy moly I eat them up. This was so addictive, the tension throughout just really encourages you to keep reading and see how things turn out.
So far I’m finding these characters a bit less compelling than the hades and MK crew, but I’m sure once we get to know them that will change.
Be prepared for a cliffhanger tho omg.
So far I’m finding these characters a bit less compelling than the hades and MK crew, but I’m sure once we get to know them that will change.
Be prepared for a cliffhanger tho omg.
Sensibly Wed by Kasey Stockton
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
3.0
This was a super cute historical romance and defs recommend if the synopsis sounds up your alley.
It’s filled w angst n pining but it’s closed-door.
The ending was not my favourite, to me it was a little rushed and felt incomplete, but overall I did enjoy my reading experience.
Also appreciated the message of the book about choosing to love one another every day, very cute.
It’s filled w angst n pining but it’s closed-door.
The ending was not my favourite, to me it was a little rushed and felt incomplete, but overall I did enjoy my reading experience.
Also appreciated the message of the book about choosing to love one another every day, very cute.
Here for the Right Reasons by Jodi McAlister
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Fun enough but miscommunication at the end bothered me :(((
Ophelia After All by Racquel Marie
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.5
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
It was such a beautiful exploration of sexuality and identity discovery, and really empathised with the teenage experience. Although I’m no longer a teenager, I really appreciated that it didn’t belittle the teen experience, and instead the novel acknowledges what it feels like to be in that time of your life, and that your feelings and self discovery during that time is valid.
Having said this, some of the conflict felt over-drawn out, and perhaps that’s because I’m not a teenager nor was I ever into drama but it just felt like a bit much for me personally.
This story is not one you see told very often, and is more about the value of discovering your identity and what it means to you, and how your friendships play into that, more than about romantic relationships. The representation in here is incredible and it made me cry, especially towards the end, healing my little queer heart.
Definitely recommend to any queer people out there, or anyone struggling with any aspect of their identity and feeling ‘enough’. I particularly think this would be a phenomenal read for the target audience of probably 15-18 year olds. So so beautiful.
It was such a beautiful exploration of sexuality and identity discovery, and really empathised with the teenage experience. Although I’m no longer a teenager, I really appreciated that it didn’t belittle the teen experience, and instead the novel acknowledges what it feels like to be in that time of your life, and that your feelings and self discovery during that time is valid.
Having said this, some of the conflict felt over-drawn out, and perhaps that’s because I’m not a teenager nor was I ever into drama but it just felt like a bit much for me personally.
This story is not one you see told very often, and is more about the value of discovering your identity and what it means to you, and how your friendships play into that, more than about romantic relationships. The representation in here is incredible and it made me cry, especially towards the end, healing my little queer heart.
Definitely recommend to any queer people out there, or anyone struggling with any aspect of their identity and feeling ‘enough’. I particularly think this would be a phenomenal read for the target audience of probably 15-18 year olds. So so beautiful.
Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Miscommunication be miscommunicating in this book holy. Was a sweet story with a cute premise but idk just wasn’t my favourite.
Felt like the pacing was a bit weird, particularly in the latter half.
I did think it was super atmospheric though and I liked the writing style, I just think the fmc wasn’t my favourite.
If it sounds up your alley, give it a go.
Felt like the pacing was a bit weird, particularly in the latter half.
I did think it was super atmospheric though and I liked the writing style, I just think the fmc wasn’t my favourite.
If it sounds up your alley, give it a go.
Timber by Tate James
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I had so much fun reading this series. Sometime about them just rlly suck you in and keep you engrossed.
This one was much more graphic than the others, so definitely check triggers warnings.
The ending felt a little anticlimactic to me personally, but I’m glad it all ended up okay. And omg that one part at the end melted my heart.
Adored the relationship development between everyone, but especially enjoyed seeing the boys settle into their friendship too. Overall gonna miss this series and defs recommend to why-choose and dark romance fans.
This one was much more graphic than the others, so definitely check triggers warnings.
The ending felt a little anticlimactic to me personally, but I’m glad it all ended up okay. And omg that one part at the end melted my heart.
Adored the relationship development between everyone, but especially enjoyed seeing the boys settle into their friendship too. Overall gonna miss this series and defs recommend to why-choose and dark romance fans.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Drug use, Rape, Torture, and Violence
The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
It’s been ages since I read the first two books but this one hit for some reason. So fascinating, I adore political intrigue so this was great. Also enemies to lovers that are actually enemies??? Best time.
Some things wrapped up in ways that weren’t my favourite, the ending isn’t what I had expected but it was pleasant at least.
Overall a fun series, i don’t remember why I rated the earlier ones the way I did.
Some things wrapped up in ways that weren’t my favourite, the ending isn’t what I had expected but it was pleasant at least.
Overall a fun series, i don’t remember why I rated the earlier ones the way I did.
Hopeless by Elsie Silver
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
4.0
I adore this series.
I liked that this one is branching out from the others in the series; a bit more gritty characters (although plenty of angst for previous ones too) and seeing a new scene was really nice. But also I love all the other characters and getting bits and pieces from them throughout the book made me so happy.
Beau was as amazing as I’d hoped he be, although I wish Bailey was a little more assertive. I know she’s meant to be more inexperienced bc she’s younger n w low self esteem due to her upbringing, but she had hints about being confident and in charge of her life and I wish we got a bit more of that. Sometimes her character didn’t feel totally cohesive to me. I also wish we got more of her back story.
I do kinda wish there was more of the rest of the characters if this is the final book in the series though. It didn’t feel as well-rounded as I had hoped to wrap up the series.
But those complaints are minor; I really appreciated how they showed up for each other throughout this story. Wish I had more time w them to fully go over their backstories. Probably shouldn’t have read it in one day bc now I have to wait even longer for Elsie Silver’s next book.
I liked that this one is branching out from the others in the series; a bit more gritty characters (although plenty of angst for previous ones too) and seeing a new scene was really nice. But also I love all the other characters and getting bits and pieces from them throughout the book made me so happy.
Beau was as amazing as I’d hoped he be, although I wish Bailey was a little more assertive. I know she’s meant to be more inexperienced bc she’s younger n w low self esteem due to her upbringing, but she had hints about being confident and in charge of her life and I wish we got a bit more of that. Sometimes her character didn’t feel totally cohesive to me. I also wish we got more of her back story.
I do kinda wish there was more of the rest of the characters if this is the final book in the series though. It didn’t feel as well-rounded as I had hoped to wrap up the series.
But those complaints are minor; I really appreciated how they showed up for each other throughout this story. Wish I had more time w them to fully go over their backstories. Probably shouldn’t have read it in one day bc now I have to wait even longer for Elsie Silver’s next book.