samjowerts's reviews
143 reviews

Astrophysics for People in a Hurry by Neil deGrasse Tyson

funny informative lighthearted medium-paced

4.0

Four Weekends and a Funeral by Ellie Palmer

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.5

This book felt like a warm hug. It explored grief, fear of the unknown, and our complex vision of self while also navigating the excitement of falling in love, the warmth of a friend, and self actualisation. Adam and Alison felt like complex characters who understood each other to their core and helped each to navigate the tricky feelings and emotions that arise while grieving. I love this story and I find myself wanting to know what is next for them!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. 

A Stolen Life by Jaycee Dugard

dark emotional sad medium-paced

5.0

Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner

lighthearted 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

3.5

The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali

emotional reflective sad medium-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? Yes

4.0

Bride by Ali Hazelwood

dark funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Woman, Captain, Rebel: The Extraordinary True Story of a Daring Icelandic Sea Captain by Margaret Willson

adventurous informative inspiring medium-paced

3.5

The Shift by Tinx

hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

Golden Son by Pierce Brown

adventurous dark tense medium-paced

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

3.5

Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

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

5.0