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Girl, Forgotten by Karin Slaughter

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adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-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

4.0

I listened to this on audio and was so frustrated every time I had to stop. I just wanted to listen to all 16 hours in one sitting. I had no idea which way the story was going and it kept me guessing until the end. Karin Slaughter is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors and I can’t wait to read more from her. 

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Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas

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adventurous challenging dark emotional funny mysterious sad tense medium-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

3.0

This was good. I feel like reading ACOTAR first gave me really high expectations but I am keeping in mind that this is the author’s first book and she began writing it when she was a teenager. I do still plan on reading the rest of the series. 

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There's Someone Inside Your House by Stephanie Perkins

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

2.0

Overall not a bad story. There were parts/scenes that I questioned but I just had to keep reminding myself that it is YA. Perhaps this one was just too YA for me. 

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Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I couldn’t really get into the physical copy when I tried reading it, so I ended up listening to it on audio. The writing was alright and the characters were somewhat interesting. Nothing really exciting about it. Just an average read for me. 

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Never Lie by Freida McFadden

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adventurous challenging dark mysterious sad tense fast-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

5.0

Frieda McFadden never disappoints but this might be my favorite of hers so far. I was a little disappointed at first because I thought I knew what the twist was going to be very early on, but I ended up being so wrong. I love how her books are so fast paced and easy to read. I get through them so fast which makes me want to just keep reading more of hers. Definitely one of my favorite authors!

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Happy Place by Emily Henry

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective 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

5.0

Emily Henry is the perfect author to read while on a beach vacation. I have loved all of her books so far and this one was no exception. 

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The Housemaid Is Watching by Freida McFadden

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adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense fast-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 thought I guessed the twist pretty early on but I ended up being wrong on multiple accounts which kept me guessing. Not my favorite of the series but honestly Freida McFadden can do no wrong. 

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The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden

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

5.0

This whole story was a constant twist but also predictable at times. I don’t really know how to describe it but it was everything I needed (even though there were definitely moments when I was internally yelling at Millie).

I loved the first book but I think I loved this one even more! I love the short chapters and how fast paced these books are. Freida’s writing is perfection. Couldn’t put it down and would definitely recommend. Starting book 3 immediately!

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The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna

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adventurous emotional funny lighthearted mysterious relaxing 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

5.0

Such a perfect comfy, cozy story! The writing was great. The characters were amazing. I read this so fast I almost want to reread it immediately. If you’re looking for a feel good, wholesome, found family story, this is the one!

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A Very Typical Family by Sierra Godfrey

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This was very predictable and like many other books I have read but I enjoyed it just the same. It was slow at parts and Natalie frustrated me at times but it was a quick, light read, which is just what I needed. 

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