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The Girl in the Glass Case by Devashish Sardana
5.0
This is probably one of the best thrillers I've read in a long time. From the start, we are given an inkling of what goes on in the killer's pov, yet the twist in the ending shocks us a lot. A lot of the plots connect together in the end very seamlessly. I love how the book is action-packed and doesn't waste time on unnecessary filler. Loved it!
Ruin and Rising by Leigh Bardugo
3.0
I feel like this book definitely has its improvements compared to the previous parts. I like Malina's dynamics here. I love Tolya and Tamar. Alina seems more comfortable in her powers and Mal is less whiny and annoying in this book. We see Darkling being weak and we get to fully understand him.
Special shoutout to Harshaw and Oncat, I loved those two.
Special shoutout to Harshaw and Oncat, I loved those two.
The Whispering Skull by Jonathan Stroud
4.0
This was surprisingly easy to read as it doesn't delve too much into the past of the characters. It was focused a lot on their missions and their rivalry with Kipps. But, I am a little curious about Lockwood's past and just what he keeps behind that door...
Little Universes by Heather Demetrios
5.0
I need to sit and stare at the wall for a second because this book just left a gaping hole in my heart. I DID NOT expect to be extremely invested in this book.
Firstly, the vibes of the book is very similar to I'll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson. Pretty melancholic and extremely realistic characters who makes mistakes and (unrealistically) speaks in poetry sometimes. Hannah and Mae are completely different people but I could see how realistic their relationship was with each other. This is how siblings are. I could see a lot of me and my sister in this book. The random analogy and poetry blends in well and is not jarring. Although this book is mainly character-driven, the plot was not boring or forsaken. The plot-twist were well-placed.
At the beginning of the book, I was mad at almost all of the characters for their horrible decisions. But, as the book progressed, I grew attached to them and even came to reason with their actions. Grief works in the most weirdest way indeed.
There was romance as subplots but ultimately, it focuses on Nah's and Mae's bond and that is what I love about the book. It focuses on them healing themselves. Falling in love or having an epiphany didn't magically solve their problems. They did. They fall and pick up their pieces again.
Absolutely love this book <3
Firstly, the vibes of the book is very similar to I'll Give You the Sun by Jandy Nelson. Pretty melancholic and extremely realistic characters who makes mistakes and (unrealistically) speaks in poetry sometimes. Hannah and Mae are completely different people but I could see how realistic their relationship was with each other. This is how siblings are. I could see a lot of me and my sister in this book. The random analogy and poetry blends in well and is not jarring. Although this book is mainly character-driven, the plot was not boring or forsaken. The plot-twist were well-placed.
At the beginning of the book, I was mad at almost all of the characters for their horrible decisions. But, as the book progressed, I grew attached to them and even came to reason with their actions. Grief works in the most weirdest way indeed.
There was romance as subplots but ultimately, it focuses on Nah's and Mae's bond and that is what I love about the book. It focuses on them healing themselves. Falling in love or having an epiphany didn't magically solve their problems. They did. They fall and pick up their pieces again.
Absolutely love this book <3
Golden Child by Claire Adam
1.0
1.5/5
I was really excited to read this book, but yet again it feels like such a let-down. The characters here are horrible. I hated Clyde (who is also such a perv because he had no business assuming his SISTER-IN-LAW'S cup size). He acts like a macho family man whose son is a huge disappointment although that poor boy would've flourished with proper care.
Also, there is not "golden child" like the title makes it out to be. The "golden child" is treated like crap and the other normal child is also treated like crap. So, really a "shitty father" would be a more accurate title.
The only reason I gave a star is because the writing was amazing. With a better plot and better characters, I am pretty sure Claire Adam can do much better.
I was really excited to read this book, but yet again it feels like such a let-down. The characters here are horrible. I hated Clyde (who is also such a perv because he had no business assuming his SISTER-IN-LAW'S cup size). He acts like a macho family man whose son is a huge disappointment although that poor boy would've flourished with proper care.
Also, there is not "golden child" like the title makes it out to be. The "golden child" is treated like crap and the other normal child is also treated like crap. So, really a "shitty father" would be a more accurate title.
The only reason I gave a star is because the writing was amazing. With a better plot and better characters, I am pretty sure Claire Adam can do much better.
This Winter by Alice Oseman
4.5
"When Nick came to see me in the hospital - the normal hospital that I stayed at for a while before going to the psychiatric one - I asked him why he hadn't broken up with me yet.
He looked at me like I'd suggested I wanted to die all over again and said, 'I can't just stop being in love with you."
I feel like This Winter gave me an insight into Nick and Charlie's dynamic together and also how the Spring siblings interact with each other. It was short but I loved that we got to see all of their povs (including Oliver's!). Also, Charlie's parents sort of reminds me of what happens in most Asian households as well. Nobody ever talks about their feelings and everything is sort of just kept pent up. For someone who is a fan of Heartstopper series, I absolutely loved this novella.
He looked at me like I'd suggested I wanted to die all over again and said, 'I can't just stop being in love with you."
I feel like This Winter gave me an insight into Nick and Charlie's dynamic together and also how the Spring siblings interact with each other. It was short but I loved that we got to see all of their povs (including Oliver's!). Also, Charlie's parents sort of reminds me of what happens in most Asian households as well. Nobody ever talks about their feelings and everything is sort of just kept pent up. For someone who is a fan of Heartstopper series, I absolutely loved this novella.
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
4.0
I cried for three hours straight until my eyes got puffy because of this book. The writing style and the smugness of the narrator was really good. Eventhough quite a lot of the book was mainly the daily lives of the characters, it doesn't make me bored at all. Instead, it got me so attached to the characters.
Although I have to admit that at certain times, the writing was exaggerated to point where it was just plainly cringy and not very poetic at all.
Although I have to admit that at certain times, the writing was exaggerated to point where it was just plainly cringy and not very poetic at all.
Scott Pilgrim & The Infinite Sadness by Bryan Lee O’Malley
4.25
I did a full review on the first book, but this volume was my favourite!