psychology4introverts's reviews
143 reviews

The Secret History by Donna Tartt

dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

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

4.5

This is most of all a masterfully written book in every respect. That in itself makes it a must-read. It doesn‘t have a happy end, but one knows that from the start, so it‘s ok. It really is not about the end, it is about the story itself and how it evolves. It makes you think, always on the brink of emphasising, but then not. It keeps you tethered because it somehow involves you and makes you think and ponder, only to reveal a different truth than you thought it would, more mundane and at the same time more mind-boggling. It would be a loss for any intelligent human being who is fascinated by the „Why“ of things, to not read it. I got the hardcover version and I‘m glad because I‘ll surely read it again. It is indeed the perfect dark academia book, and perfect for an autumn read.

Shadow Witch by Isla Frost

adventurous challenging dark emotional hopeful mysterious 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? It's complicated

4.5

As good as the first. Great series to listen to. Very magical Academia.

Firstborn Academy: Shadow Trials by Isla Frost

adventurous dark mysterious 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? No

4.5

Entertaining read, it really is hunger games and Harry Potter in one and therefore enjoyable, the audio narrator is very good and I for one did not guess the mystery that resolves in book two, which I think will be even better.

Dark Matter and the Dinosaurs: The Astounding Interconnectedness of the Universe by Lisa Randall
Did not finish book. Stopped at 9%.

ongoing read 

The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman

adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious 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? Yes

5.0

Loved this audio book. Great autumn & haloween read and the full audio cast was amazing, making it even more immersive with the spooky audio effects. Definitely going to listen to it again one day. 

The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall
Did not finish book. Stopped at 27%.

The main character is just too annoying.

Bubble, Bubble, Toil, and Cuddle by S. Frasher, S. Frasher

lighthearted medium-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

3.75

Super cozy HP universe book for HP fans, but short and ends with a bad cliff hanger. Still gotta read the next one.

The Science Of Self-Hypnosis: The Evidence Based Way To Hypnotise Yourself by Adam Eason
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.

ongoing read

Ravenfall by Kalyn Josephson

adventurous lighthearted relaxing 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? Yes

4.0

Perfect autumn book to read in the time before Halloween, super cozy ghost story about friendship and losing and finding love, plus a cozy Inn and smores! 

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde

challenging dark emotional reflective medium-paced

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

4.75

The story is known, but oh… the masterful, breathtaking writing. Oscar Wilde can say more in one sentence and touch you more deeply, make you think in new ways that others don’t manage in a whole book. The perfect dark academia book also. Free on most e-readers incl. kindle.