raincloud's reviews
55 reviews

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain

4.0

This is a slow-paced novel simply about a boy's childhood. There is a plot, though it's not too high-stakes, nor is it the main subject of the book. It's a good read, easy and calm. 

The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan

adventurous challenging mysterious tense slow-paced

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

5.0

This book did an amazing job building a vivid world, story, and characters. I truly felt close to these people and I want to travel with them once more.  It's a gripping novel, with even the mundane being made interesting to read about. The innuendos and story twists were clever and I hadn't suspected what would happen next.      

Black Hole Survival Guide by Janna Levin

informative mysterious reflective medium-paced

4.75

I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb

challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

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

4.25

While reading this book I'd describe my anger at it, how mad and upset it made me, but I was still captivated by this story and the people within. I'm glad I read it, the ending was so satisfying, one of the best I've seen, it's fantastic. I will say it's not for people who can't handle tough and awful topics. I wouldn't recommend it, read at your own risk.  

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Ableism, Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Cancer, Child abuse, Child death, Chronic illness, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Hate crime, Homophobia, Infertility, Infidelity, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Rape, Self harm, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Police brutality, Medical content, Kidnapping, Grief, Medical trauma, Stalking, Car accident, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, Murder, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Pregnancy, Abandonment, Sexual harassment, Colonisation, War, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism

Healing Words: A Poetry Collection For Broken Hearts by Alexandra Vasiliu

fast-paced

1.25

I don't mean to be rude, however, it must be said. This book was simply boring. Maybe it's just not for me, maybe someone else would enjoy it. I hadn't. 

Wilder Girls by Rory Power

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

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

4.25

Loved the book and would've given it all the stars in the world but the ending was awfully disappointing. The story and the idea were amazing, genuinely one of the most creative plots I've read. This book though felt unfinished, and I am truly conflicted. 

Unspeakable Things by Jess Lourey

adventurous dark emotional mysterious sad tense slow-paced

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

3.75

This book has a lot of setting up and twists, I would say the story could be condensed, more should happen. Some things were frustrating at times as well.
This is still a good book to read if you want something to pass the time. 
Not bad AT ALL, but not great. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Grief

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Alcoholism, Body horror, Incest, Pedophilia, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, and Sexual harassment

A Dog's Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron

3.0

Trash by Andy Mulligan

4.0

Wonder by R.J. Palacio

4.0