deborahsimms20's reviews
139 reviews

Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi

5.0

I am invested! Could I be considered generous with my stars?…yes, but hear me out, if I am feeling like I know these people, if I feel like I’m a part of the story…5 stars! On to the next book 😁

Unravel Me by Tahereh Mafi

tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Yup! I’m loving this!!. I felt as if I was literally sucked into the second half of this book. I felt so connected emotionally to both Warner and Juliette, my heart could explode.  I am in love. That is all I can say. I am in love. 

Destroy Me by Tahereh Mafi

informative slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

I am a sucker for the male POV! There is more to Warner and I am here for it. I’m feeling this series so far. On to the next book…stay tuned ☮️❤️

Brave New World by Aldous Huxley

reflective sad tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I started this book with my oldest who is reading it in class (he’s a senior). Ummmm…this was interesting. Although a bit extreme in some points, I could see future generations being like this. To think, this was written in the 30’s and this is how they thought we’d be; and in a way I could see some of modern society in there.  All change stems from good intentions, but this  doesn’t feel good. I could see the end coming, yet it was still abrupt. That’s life though right? Would I recommend this? Ehhh? I’m glad I read it; it made me think. Did I enjoy it? No, but that is me…this is not my typical genre. 

Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I had no idea I was getting myself into another series when I picked this up…lol! Alas, here we are and I’m hooked. This is a dystopian story and our current society is no more…🤔I am at the point where I’m not trusting anyone and I love it! I could be absolutely wrong, but this isn’t my first rodeo 😉 

If Only I Had Told Her by Laura Nowlin

reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I am a sucker for the male POV and this did not disappoint. We get Finny’s thoughts in the last few weeks of his life, which I am thankful for. Then we get Jack’s thoughts and feelings over the last few weeks of Finny’s life, and a tiny way through Autumn’s pregnancy - he really loved his best friend! Then, we get Autumn’s story continued - however, I’m left unsatisfied.  I don’t need everything tied up in a pretty bow, but the ending was, well, unsatisfying. That’s the best way I can explain it. Should you read it? Maybe. It is absolutely not necessary,..that is unless we get another book…maybe from the mother’s POV? 

His & Hers by Alice Feeney

mysterious 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

Definitely an addictive story! There was one point I was questioning 5 different people. Definitely thought it was who it was, but was thrown off for a hot minute. A solid read, but not in my top 10; I mean,  my 5 star bar is pretty high 😉 I’d like to read more by this author for sure. 

The Words by A. Jade

dark emotional slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I fell in love with this book. I was a tad worried that I wouldn’t connect with the MFC, but her story was so beautifully written it was impossible not to.  Not going to lie, I was very upset with Pheonix, but underneath that tough exterior is a beautiful soul. Really great read! 

The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren

funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I saw a ton of mixed reviews, and I must say that I enjoyed this!!! It is an easy to read romantic comedy with enjoyable tropes - enemies to lovers, fake relationship, he fell first…the list honestly could go on. I’m going to go ahead and say that you should read this…it’s cute 🥰 

The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea

mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.0

This was a very interesting story, however it fell short for me. It was not who I thought it was going to be, which I really liked. There was a lot of great details in the book, but most of those details weren’t really relevant in my opinion. I’m glad that I read it, but it’s not a book I would reread.