This took me so long to finish. I liked the concept of the story but I never connected to the characters. Part of this may be because Dean wa2.5 stars
This took me so long to finish. I liked the concept of the story but I never connected to the characters. Part of this may be because Dean was a former Yankee, haha. No, I just wanted to feel more for these characters and only felt a bit at the very end.
Content: strong language and some not too graphic sexual content
2021 challenge: a book about do-overs or fresh starts...more
I'm not super familiar with James Veitch, but I clearly should be. This was pretty funny. Some were more than others, but that's to be expected. I cheI'm not super familiar with James Veitch, but I clearly should be. This was pretty funny. Some were more than others, but that's to be expected. I checked out some of his YouTube stuff, and the delivery makes it all funnier.
Content: a couple instances of strong language
2021 challenge: A book by a blogger, vlogger, YouTube video creator, or other online personality...more
I liked it. It seems to be more of an adventure than a mystery, though that may change now that things have been set up. l liked both main ch3.5 stars
I liked it. It seems to be more of an adventure than a mystery, though that may change now that things have been set up. l liked both main characters. I wasn't overly excited about the mystery, but as a whole, it was fun. I may read more in the series.
Content: some sexual dialogue and mild language
2021 challenge: The book on your TBR list with the prettiest cover.
One of my favorite tropes: Fake Boyfriend. If you can get over the weak reason why they both decide to be fake boyfriend/girlfriend, this is quite cutOne of my favorite tropes: Fake Boyfriend. If you can get over the weak reason why they both decide to be fake boyfriend/girlfriend, this is quite cute. As with most romances, there is always the miscommunications that cause angst, but this one didn't last too long.
Content: Strong language throughout; sexual content including a pretty long graphic sexual activity scene(mostly skippable, but would have to skim a little to find the end since it's so long)
2021 challenge: A book set somewhere you'd like to visit in 2021 (California and Boston; not going to happen, but it's nice to dream)...more
So good. This one really made me think about what I would do in good conscience in the situation Gamache is in as well as some other situations broughSo good. This one really made me think about what I would do in good conscience in the situation Gamache is in as well as some other situations brought up. I liked the whole cobrador setup, but I must admit that I'm not a fan of the flashback format. I still love these characters, though.
2021 challenge: a book with something broken on the cover...more
I enjoyed it! It's a fairly simple tale that reads like a fairy tale told over many nights at bedtime (which is apparently how it started). I3.5 stars
I enjoyed it! It's a fairly simple tale that reads like a fairy tale told over many nights at bedtime (which is apparently how it started). I found the beginning a little slow and depressing because most of the good characters that gave you hope were either killed or put in prison. But I really liked it after the half way point and was satisfied with the conclusion. I will say I didn't connect to the characters as much as I normally do with JK Rowling, but this was also a stand alone children's book. I'm sure if I spent more time with Daisy and Bert, I would have grown to like them even more.
2021 challenge: a book by an author who shares your zodiac sign (Leo)...more
This was quite amazing to read about (or listen to, in my case). But also depressing. The state of the world in most of the areas she goes to does notThis was quite amazing to read about (or listen to, in my case). But also depressing. The state of the world in most of the areas she goes to does not fill me with hope. I do like that she brings the human element to many of the situations happening and gets to know the people.
Content: some strong language; descriptions of disturbing elements of war and terrorism (though there were some she didn't explain in graphic detail, which I was glad about)
2021 challenge: a book set in multiple countries (Syria, China, Iraq, Japan and more)...more
Honestly, I picked this up because I play D and D and love playing a bard and was excited to see a bard featured in a serious fantasy series,4.5 stars
Honestly, I picked this up because I play D and D and love playing a bard and was excited to see a bard featured in a serious fantasy series, but I didn't really expect amazingness except in the sense of the ridiculousness of it. I was happily surprised that not only could these bards be serious fantasy characters but that I enjoyed this book so much. It is told from the viewpoint of three different characters, only two of which are bards, and I raced through listening to it. I couldn't quite give it 5 stars because I wasn't into Brocc's perspective as much as Liobhan and Dau, but I did care and cheer for all three and can't wait for the next book. Bards for the win!
2021 challenge: a book where the main character works at your current or dream job (dream job=warrior bard!)...more
I liked it but didn't love it until the end. As expected from Andy Weir, the plot depends on a lot of science explanation that goes over my h3.5 stars
I liked it but didn't love it until the end. As expected from Andy Weir, the plot depends on a lot of science explanation that goes over my head. I just don't care that much about how it works as long as it works for the plot. I also didn't really connect to Ryland Grace until the end. Anyways, I liked it and those who love a lot of science in their fiction would probably love this.
Content: language, including a few instances of strong language (but nothing compared to the language in The Martian).
2021 challenge: A book in a different format than what you normally read (eBook)...more
It's been a while since I've read this and I'm so happy to be back in Middle Earth. It's reminded me how much I absolutely love LOTR both the books anIt's been a while since I've read this and I'm so happy to be back in Middle Earth. It's reminded me how much I absolutely love LOTR both the books and the films. I generally had the conception that I like the Aragorn, Legolas, Gimli storyline more than the Frodo, Sam storyline, but this time the part that truly got to me emotionally was with Frodo and Sam. This is the EPIC fantasy of all time.
2021 challenge: A book you have seen on someone's bookshelf...more
A very accessible book to start understanding the Black perspective on racism. I very much liked how this book is written like a conversation and thatA very accessible book to start understanding the Black perspective on racism. I very much liked how this book is written like a conversation and that it doesn't feel like being white is a terrible thing, but as the title says, there are some uncomfortable discussion. It's more explaining how Blacks feel about certain things and why things are the way they are. I found it inciteful and helpful. I wish there was more to it because I have more questions. I think this book is a great starting point for those wanting to understand the Black perspective.
2021 challenge: A book found on a Black Lives Matter reading list....more
A good ending for the series. I'm not super into YA right now, so I probably would have liked it even more if I wasn't struggling enjoying YA so much,A good ending for the series. I'm not super into YA right now, so I probably would have liked it even more if I wasn't struggling enjoying YA so much, but I still liked this, which says something.
Content: language; some sexual content (nothing too graphic)
2021 challenge: A book with a black and white cover...more
Was this amazing? Uh, not really. But I immensely enjoyed listening to it. I was giggling almost the whole time. I don't think you have to be super faWas this amazing? Uh, not really. But I immensely enjoyed listening to it. I was giggling almost the whole time. I don't think you have to be super familiar with D&D to get this, but as a D&D player, I found it hilarious. I look forward to the next one. Highly recommended for anyone who wants a light, fun read.
2021 challenge: a book that has fewer than 1,000 reviews on Amazon or Goodreads...more
I enjoyed continuing the journey with these characters. I liked that when characters made stupid decisions, it didn't last long before they c3.5 stars
I enjoyed continuing the journey with these characters. I liked that when characters made stupid decisions, it didn't last long before they changed course. I hate wallowing in stupidity for a long time, especially when you know the character will eventually see the light. Luckily, this book didn't do that.
Content: some language and sexual content (though not graphic this time)
2021 challenge: A book featuring three generations...more
Oh the feels I got at the end of this book! It took me a little bit to get into it because the world is strange and needs some setup, but as Piranesi Oh the feels I got at the end of this book! It took me a little bit to get into it because the world is strange and needs some setup, but as Piranesi started trying to figure out things, it was fantastic. I'm sure many people will analyze what the house and the statues all symbolize and I have some of my own thoughts, but I didn't dive super deep into it. I just let myself feel. Weird but I was along for the journey.
Overall, this was a cute romance Bachelor style. I found the number of people hating on the main character to her face a bit much (I totally 3.5 stars
Overall, this was a cute romance Bachelor style. I found the number of people hating on the main character to her face a bit much (I totally understand the amount of hate online, though) but I know a lot of it was manipulation of the show. Generally, it was light fluff that included body positivity.
Content: some strong language and nongraphic sexual content
2021 challenge: A book that discusses body positivity...more
Okay, when this book first came up, I didn't like the direction it was going so I stopped, but after hearing a little about the last book, I decided tOkay, when this book first came up, I didn't like the direction it was going so I stopped, but after hearing a little about the last book, I decided to give it a second chance for my reading challenge. I still don't like what Kemmerer did with a character and Gray's actions confused me. He kept saying he wasn't going to go up against Rhen but then his actions were contradictory to that. Can't we all just sit down and have a discussion? Apparently not. Anyways, I thought it was still well written and look forward to finishing the series.
2021 challenge: a DNF book from your TBR list...more
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