lesliermonk's reviews
17 reviews

An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 14%.
The characters and story did not grip me the way the original Carmilla did. The writing left a lot to be desired and was fraught with cliches. 
Her Body and Other Parties by Carmen Maria Machado

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dark funny mysterious tense fast-paced

4.5

Funny Story by Emily Henry

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funny hopeful lighthearted fast-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

3.75

Cantoras by Caro De Robertis

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adventurous emotional inspiring reflective sad 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? No

4.5