I had very high hopes for this and although it was definitely an enjoyable read, it unfortunately didn't quite live up to my expectations. A large reaI had very high hopes for this and although it was definitely an enjoyable read, it unfortunately didn't quite live up to my expectations. A large reason for this is the pacing just didn't work for me.
The 'big' events happened within a blink of an eye and yet there were chunky paragraphs of interior descriptions and inner ponderings that, whilst they painted a vivid world, meant the plot, characters and relationships seemed to take a back seat. There were so many exciting plot elements that, at over 400 pages, I wish had been explored further.
That being said, Rewitched definitely delivered on the promise of 90's witch vibes and the characters, although somewhat lacking in depth, were endearing. I also thoroughly enjoyed the overall message of self love, the fear of failure not always having to have everything 'worked out'.
Despite not wholly working for me, I'm looking forward to see what Lucy Jane Wood writes next, as her ideas and writing show a lot of potential....more
I’m convinced if you look up the definition of perfection in the dictionary, a picture of this book will appear. This was the most beautiful, witty, rI’m convinced if you look up the definition of perfection in the dictionary, a picture of this book will appear. This was the most beautiful, witty, romantic and uplifting story of love in its various forms. Romantic, platonic, familial and self love in all their intricacies are all gorgeous portrayed with care and heart.
Win and Bo officially have one of my all time favourite love stories and not just because their romance and banter is to die for. It’s also because of the way Hannah Bonham-Young used them to beautifully tell her readers that there are people who will love you because of that thing about you you’re scared people won’t be able to love, not despite it. They’ll love it because it makes you who you are and they will love all of you.
I think I could happily ramble on about this book for days but to put it simply; I loved this funny, hopeful, tender and beautiful book with every fibre of my being. ...more
3.5* This was a really fun read and so exciting to see Native author writing a romance about Native characters. Despite all her lies (and the stress t3.5* This was a really fun read and so exciting to see Native author writing a romance about Native characters. Despite all her lies (and the stress they put me through) I really warmed to Ember as a character and couldn’t help but root for.
Despite having a good time with it, reason I couldn’t give it a higher rating is that I struggled with the pacing. It just didn’t quite work for me and the ending felt rather abrupt. I’d also have liked a little more development in the relationships and side characters. That being said, reading this was a lovely way to spend a grey weekend and I am definitely looking forward to seeing what Danica writes next....more
This is without a doubt my favourite in the Maple Hills series by a long shot. Halle and Henry have well and truly stolen my heart. This was sweet andThis is without a doubt my favourite in the Maple Hills series by a long shot. Halle and Henry have well and truly stolen my heart. This was sweet and vulnerable and soft in the best kind of way and I could happily read it all over again. ...more
4.5* I can’t quite pinpoint why this worked for me the way that it did but it really, really worked for me.
Despite the fact that the mc’s were both a4.5* I can’t quite pinpoint why this worked for me the way that it did but it really, really worked for me.
Despite the fact that the mc’s were both a tad insufferable at times and erring towards ‘magic pixie’, I couldn’t help but root for them with my whole being. They were messy and broken and human and I just really wanted them to be happy I but also wanted to yell at them? They were complicated in the best kind of way.
Complete with its NYC setting, quick witted banter and hopeless decision making, this book had classic Nora Ephron romantic comedy vibes running through every sentence and I couldn’t get enough. I can why this seems might not work for everyone but as a forever slow burn fan, it very much worked for me....more
A beautifully and cleverly written intergenerational coming-of-age story exploring culture, family, trauma and the importance of understanding your hiA beautifully and cleverly written intergenerational coming-of-age story exploring culture, family, trauma and the importance of understanding your history. This was a tender, emotional and impactful book and one I’m sure to remember this for a long time to come. ...more
3.5* A short, sweet and fun F1 romance read, that was surprisingly emotional at times. I really enjoyed the balance of sport content in this one. The 3.5* A short, sweet and fun F1 romance read, that was surprisingly emotional at times. I really enjoyed the balance of sport content in this one. The stakes were high and the races were intense but it didn’t feel overloaded or too drawn out. The characters were loveable and frustrating in equal measures but I ended up really warming to them and now want a spin off sequel following them in their life in the epilogue....more
This was ridiculous, chaotic, beyond far fetched and so so much fun. This whole trilogy has been a joy. It’s the epitome of a feel good read and althoThis was ridiculous, chaotic, beyond far fetched and so so much fun. This whole trilogy has been a joy. It’s the epitome of a feel good read and although this wasn’t my favourite of the three, I’m so happy to be able to finish the series on a high note. ...more
I’m a little conflicted on this one. It was fantastically written and utterly devastating but there were elements that I struggled with, mainly the reI’m a little conflicted on this one. It was fantastically written and utterly devastating but there were elements that I struggled with, mainly the relationship between Vivek and Osita, that have me settling on a three star rating. ...more
I've said it many times before and I will continue to say it for a long time to come, what B.B. Alston has created with the Supernatural InvestigationI've said it many times before and I will continue to say it for a long time to come, what B.B. Alston has created with the Supernatural Investigations series is nothing short of phenomenal.
I haven't stopped shouting about this series since book one and thanks to yet another sensational instalment, I won't be stopping anytime soon. This series is one of the most expertly crafted, imaginative, multilayered and superbly written stories I've read. It's unparalleled in its world building, character development, storytelling and limitless imagination.
This is a series I have and will continue to read with excitement again and again. I can't recommend it enough. I’m so happy this was extended to a five book series because I’m already desperate for more....more
3.5* A fast paced, dark and twisty read. While it was nothing especially groundbreaking, this totally held my attention with the need to get some answ3.5* A fast paced, dark and twisty read. While it was nothing especially groundbreaking, this totally held my attention with the need to get some answers. I really got on with Emiko’s writing style and found it incredibly engrossing and easy to read.
Josie and Matthew are, without a doubt, one of the cutest couples I’ve read about all year. This was utterly adorable. I loved both Josie and Matthew’Josie and Matthew are, without a doubt, one of the cutest couples I’ve read about all year. This was utterly adorable. I loved both Josie and Matthew’s characters so much and their meddling small town fake dating romance was gorgeous.
This was a wonderfully fun and endearingly sweet read. It was silly in the way all the best rom-coms are and I loved every minute of it....more
3.5* This was super cute and fun enemies-to-lovers, fake dating rom-com with a cosy small town setting. Did it blow me away? Sadly not but it was high3.5* This was super cute and fun enemies-to-lovers, fake dating rom-com with a cosy small town setting. Did it blow me away? Sadly not but it was highly entertaining.
I definitely found myself warming to the town and its residents but the romance itself felt like it had a huge chunk missing from the middle of it. These two went from hate to head over heels in love in 0.01 seconds with (what felt like) not a single meaningful conversation. I also felt like the initial 'deal' toed the blackmail line which didn't sit that well with me until Avery stepped up and started bargaining her own terms. There was so much to this that I enjoyed, I just wish it had been a little more developed.
That being said, this was incredibly readable. I flew through it in two sittings and very much enjoyed my time with it and I'm looking forward to continuing with the series....more
3.5* A sweet and emotional debut with a fun cast of characters and great discussions surrounding topics such as grief and demisexuality.
It took me a 3.5* A sweet and emotional debut with a fun cast of characters and great discussions surrounding topics such as grief and demisexuality.
It took me a little while to get into this, as I felt the pacing was somewhat off and the dialogue felt a tiny bit cringey/staged but after a few chapters, I ended up having a lot of fun.
I'm excited to see where Ivy Fairbanks takes this series next as her writing is very readable and I have a feeling will only get better with time....more
A bizarre and surprisingly wholesome read that explores grief with tenderness, humour and an egg. This is the kind of book that would make a wonderfulA bizarre and surprisingly wholesome read that explores grief with tenderness, humour and an egg. This is the kind of book that would make a wonderfully odd and utterly endearing movie. ...more
Rachel Lynn Solomon never misses for me and this was no exception.
With healthy communication within an adorable romance, fantastic discussions aroundRachel Lynn Solomon never misses for me and this was no exception.
With healthy communication within an adorable romance, fantastic discussions around mental health (specifically OCD and anxiety) and a charming cast of characters, this was an incredibly fun read....more
A super cute and fun romance read. Although I didn’t absolutely love this one, I was still very much invested in it. The cast of characters were lovelA super cute and fun romance read. Although I didn’t absolutely love this one, I was still very much invested in it. The cast of characters were lovely (although the large amount of names characters made it sometimes difficult to remember who was who) and the plot was engaging. The writing was a little too cringey at times but nevertheless sweet and enjoyable. The epilogue was utterly adorable and I’m sure I’ll find myself picking up the companion sequel when it’s released. ...more
3.75* I love spending time amongst Ashley Poston’s words. She has a way of creating stories and characters that make the world feel a little better. T3.75* I love spending time amongst Ashley Poston’s words. She has a way of creating stories and characters that make the world feel a little better. This was the perfect blend of small town coziness (think Stars Hollow) with a touch of bookish magic that gave Inkheart vibes.
This was a delightful read and although it’s not my favourite of Ashley’s books and wasn’t enamoured with the ending, I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to Eloraton and am already eagerly awaiting reading whatever Ashley writes next....more
I think the fact that I read this over the course of a single afternoon says a lot about how enjoyable this was. It was truly the perfect book for a sI think the fact that I read this over the course of a single afternoon says a lot about how enjoyable this was. It was truly the perfect book for a sunny July day spent reading.
It was warm, tender, fun and if I’d know it was set on the same island as Anne of Green Gables (and featured references that made my heart squee), I would have picked it up a lot sooner. I loved it and can’t wait to go back and read Carley’s previous works....more
With a sweet romance, high personal stakes and a charming cast of characters, this was a joy to read and has quickly become one of my favourite sportsWith a sweet romance, high personal stakes and a charming cast of characters, this was a joy to read and has quickly become one of my favourite sports romances.
I adored the Olympics backdrop and the proximity and intensity it bought to the story. It was so much fun to have this constant building pressure to both Zeke’s final race and the end of the games. Both Zeke and Olivia were such endearing characters to follow. Their POV’s were witty, honest and complex and a delight to read. The side characters were also wonderfully developed (a special shout out to my guy Haruki)
I especially adored the discussions surrounding Zeke’s mental health. It was a breath of fresh air to see a MMC (even more so a Black MMC) seeking help and support for his anxiety and panic attacks. The topic of grief was explored with grace and care, as was the pressure to be perfect.
All in all, I adored my time with this fun and romantic read and can’t wait to see what Rufaro Faith Mazarura writes next. ...more
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