Scan barcode
meginhumboldt's reviews
113 reviews
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I understand the hype; all the magical lost in a world feelings; brutal and beautiful all at once.
Finding Your Own North Star: Claiming the Life You Were Meant to Live by Martha Beck
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
4.5
Really insightful prompts to help navigate life
Young Jane Young by Gabrielle Zevin
funny
inspiring
reflective
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
4.0
Really enjoyed this read. It was well done, loved how the plot traveled through the different POVs and it touched on a really important perspective
101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think by Brianna Wiest
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
I do love Brianna Weist writing, but resonated with her other books more. There are some really poignant words in this one, but also some essays felt a bit repetitive. I think this could be a good pick up and read at random book for a coffee table more than a straight through audiobook.
Happy Place by Emily Henry
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Not my favorite Emily Henry book at the beginning, but loved it by the end. I liked some of her friend group observations and she does such a good job at having you rooting for the two protagonists. I also liked the realization of the characters in how their own defense mechanisms are perceived
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Very cheesy, but ended with good feels and a bit of hope. Loved all the political context.
The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lee
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Beautiful writing. Touched on important topics. Meandering a bit but appreciated the book
Normal People by Sally Rooney
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Good read overall. Lack of quotation marks took awhile to get used to. Characters a little infuriating but explored some interesting themes
All About Love: New Visions by bell hooks
inspiring
medium-paced
4.5
Some really beautiful thoughts to sit with
Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Really appreciate how Acho navigates these conversations; insightful and educational