The casual writing style infused with satire was a pleasant surprise that had me laughing numerous times despite the challenging storyline. Queenie’s first-person narrative also drew me in, and several flashbacks were skillfully used to strengthen the story. I especially loved the text messaging, emails and lists, which made the writing more engaging and creative.
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Books on my GoodReads shelves with blue covers! (Part 2)
The books: A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman (Contemporary) Heir of Fire by Sarah J. Maas (Fantasy) The Novice by Taran Matharu (Fantasy) The Young Elites by Marie Lu (Fantasy) Lullaby by Leïla Slimani (Thriller) Switch On Your Brain by Caroline Leaf (Self-help) An American Marriage by Tayari Jones (Contemporary) The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish (Memoir) This is How You […]
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A MARVELLOUS LIGHT by Freya Marske
The rich writing style is filled with clever metaphors and descriptions that seem borderline excessive but help establish an entertaining magical world. In contrast, I found the narrative underwhelming and monotonous even though it seemed fitting for the historical setting.
February 2023 Monthly Spotlight
Can you believe it?! The first month of 2023 is over, and we are now in February! Once again, this new month brings with it exciting new releases from every genre. To help narrow things down, you can start by checking out some of my most-anticipated releases below:
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EXCUSE ME WHILE I UGLY CRY by Joya Goffney
The simple writing remains vivid, clear and engaging throughout. A casual, light-hearted tone is also established, making this book an easy read and enhancing the cute storyline.
Books on my GoodReads shelves with green covers!
The books: The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas (Fantasy) Pride and Premeditation by Tirzah Price (Mystery) Forging Silver into Stars by Brigid Kemmerer (Fantasy) Big Lies in a Small Town by Diane Chamberlain (Historical) The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins (Young Adult) Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi (Contemporary) The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins (Thriller) Dear Girls by Ali Wong (Memoir) Long […]
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BLOODMARKED by Tracy Deonn
Between the Order, the powers and the war, I was once again stunned by the intricate and creative world Tracy Deonn creates. Not even the blocks of information used to deliver the worldbuilding or my slight confusion around the intricacies of the powers could detract from the incredible world.
Books on my GoodReads shelves with purple covers!
The books: Legendborn by Tracy Deonn (Fantasy) Violet Made of Thorns by Gina Chen (Fantasy) Belladonna by Adalyn Grace (Fantasy) The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting (Fantasy) If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlane (Romance) Defy the Night by Brigid Kemmerer (Fantasy) Sapphire Flames by Ilona Andrews (Fantasy) The Guinevere Deception by Kiersten White (Fantasy) The Kinder Poison by Natalie Mae (Fantasy) Fix Her […]