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91 reviews

The Prison Healer by Lynette Noni

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny hopeful mysterious 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? No

5.0

What a creative world! And such a wonderful story with so many secrets and as many true deep feelings. I loved the writing as much as the way Kiva went through this first book... so obviously I'm gladly jumping into book 2 right now! 

The Scarlet Veil by Shelby Mahurin

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious 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

5.0

I wasn't expecting to enjoy THIS MUCH to go back to this universe but YES it was a total blast! I loved to follow the characters I already appreciated so much but how I loved to find out more about Célie! I can't wait for next March to find out what happens next!!!

Bind Me: A Shadow Shifter Fantasy Romance by Mila Young, Mila Young

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny inspiring mysterious tense fast-paced

4.5

I really liked this paranormal romance : the story was interesting, the characters well described and a great mix between possessiveness (red flag in real life but so sexy in a book!) and steamy scenes! And can we talk about Chowder? I LOVE him ❤️ You have to read that book to discover why... 😉

Quicksilver by Callie Hart

adventurous challenging dark emotional 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

5.0

What a book! What a story! What an original journey! I mean... 5 stars are not enough for this one considering how much I loved to read it! Everything was so perfect for me : the characters, the story, the writing, the pace and the "ending". It's really a masterpiece and I can't wait to read the second book this October ❤️ 

In the Lives of Puppets by TJ Klune

adventurous challenging emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad slow-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? It's complicated

5.0

Never ever would I have thought I could love so much a story about machines... my poor human heart ached so much during this reading for sweet Victor and his amazing friends. I deeply enjoyed their journey and how many times I had to stop to think of the true meaning of this story. I feel so much love for this book... I feel like it's going to live rent-free in my head... and in my heart for a while!

Overmorrow by Lancelot Schaubert

adventurous funny slow-paced

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

3.0

I received a copy of this book from the publisher (via Netgalley) in exchange for an honest review.

This is definitely a different book from everything I have ever read. It's a mix between a rainbow of sparkles, a firework and some out of the ordinary mind! The chapters are a succession of very imaginative thoughts put into words that bring you to a whole other universe. For me it was a little bit too much but if you're searching for a very original story, full of "crazy" references and a touch of drama... you are at the right place! 

Babel by R.F. Kuang

adventurous challenging dark emotional informative inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

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

4.0

As english is not my mother tongue, I must admit this book was the most difficult one I've read... and I mostly read in english! But it was difficult because it was so beautifully written... with such a delicate touch and powerful words at the same time! I'm so proud I kept reading it despite the struggles because the story is wonderful... there are so much things to think about our society and the ones who have the power! This book is the perfect way to question ourselves and the way our world is running forward... I loved it! 

Taking Initiative by Elle M. Stewart

challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-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

5.0

I received a copy of this book from the publisher (via Netgalley) in exchange for an honest review.

I've read this book in 1 day and that's just a miracle for a slow-reader like me. I just enjoyed so much this cute story without lies between the 2 main characters but a lot of introspection. What a journey into recognizing bad patterns and working on them to build a safe relationship! I love Felix, his patience and his emotional intelligence... such a cute guy every woman would wish to have by her side... as a lover... or as a friend! 

The Veiled Heir by S.T. Fernandez

adventurous challenging emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

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

5.0

I received a copy of this book from the publisher (via Netgalley) in exchange for an honest review.

I didn't fall into the story straight from the first page but chapter after chapter I couldn't stop reading... enjoying greatly the story as it flew at a quite fast pace. I felt the writing was "hesitant" at the beginning but more and more fluid until a great ending! What a cliffhanger! Now I just can't wait for the second book to be published to discover what will happen now! 

The Very First Night by Nicole Ryan

emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted slow-paced

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

5.0

I received a copy of this book from the publisher (via Netgalley) in exchange for an honest review.

Awww.... that was such a cute journey! I've been through a lot of emotions but mostly love for the characters and their stories. I loved the writing that was smooth and impactful. The narrative is quite slow but we learn more about the character's history page after page so it's very interesting. The atmosphere is quite light even though there are some subjects that could be triggering...