Fiction Book Reviews
4.5 / 5 stars
A Court of Thorns and Roses
Sarah J. Maas
I fell hard for the spell that this book had to offer and I'm not ashamed to say how impressed I am with the fantastical storyline as well as the first person point of view narration. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
A Court of Mist and Rain
Sarah J. Maas
I had expectations of this book that were high. But, what I failed to realize was that this book skyrocketed my expectations. I thought the first was good. This book, however, was great. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4.7 / 5 stars
A Court of Wings and Ruin
Sarah J. Maas
The more I get to know the characters, the more in love with them I am. Book 2 will still be my favorite, but this one definitely surprised me with all the twists and turns and had me convinced I'm in it for the long haul with the series. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4.5 / 5 stars
A Court of Frost and Starlight
Sarah J. Maas
This book was a quick, easy, light read. To be honest, after the gut-wrenching emotions that the last book clawed out of me, this was a welcome delight. But, at the same time, it definitely wasn't my favorite. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
A Court of Silver Flames
Sarah J. Maas
This series has been one of the best ones I've had the honor of reading. Up until this book, my favorite so far had been A Court of Mist and Fury. But, this one really took the cake. The last thing I was expecting was the total twist of focus on characters - and I loved it! There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
3.5 / 5 stars
It Ends with Us
Colleen Hoover
This was a tough read for a number of reasons that I will dive into shortly. Overall, I think it was a great book but I don't fully understand the hype behind it. Did it break my heart? 100%. Did I tear up? 100%. But, there are a lot of other considerations, too. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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4 / 5 stars
Just My Type
Falon Ballard
This book was just downright cute, easy to read, and adorable. If you're a fan of How To Loose a Guy in 10 Days (and if you aren't, why the heck not?) then this book is for you! Enemies to lovers, exes, competition. I knocked it out in a few hours and I was grinning and squealing the entire time. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4.75 / 5 stars
Twisted Love
Ana Huang
Everything about this book had me convinced this is type of romance I aspire to have - that passion, that drive, that level of love. But, we all know that these characters are better served on paper than in real life. This book was absolutely wonderful from start to finish - I didn't want to stop reading, and I was so in love with the characters. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4 / 5 stars
Twisted Games
Ana Huang
This was not the book I was highly excited about in the beginning; I almost skipped this book to get to the last one of this series because I was more anticipating the one. here were so many delicious character twists and spicy scenes that evolved into such a great love story that really felt like it brought the series to a cohesive story arc. Josh and Jules...love them. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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4 / 5 stars
Love on the Brain
Ali Hazelwood
This was such a cute, wonderful read that paralleled inspiration, empowerment and romance. I was intimidated when I first picked it up, but oh my Gosh, I loved this book. I was worried that I wouldn't be able to keep up - I'm not smart enough to know the details of NASA. But, I loved and appreciated that while I was caught up in the love story, I also learned a lot, too! There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
The Love Hypothesis
Ali Hazelwood
To say that I am obsessed with this book is an understatement. Adam is everything I've ever wanted in a man, and Olive is so relatable, it isn't even funny. Fake dating is one of my favorite tropes, and the way it all unleashed and played out is incredible. The drama throughout was incredible, and, unfortunately, something that so many women have to endure. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
Things We Never Got Over
Lucy Score
I made the mistake of reading the second book in the series first, and the first book second. Do I regret it? Not at all; it honestly didn't take away from the wonderful story this had. I absolutely adore everything about Naomi and Knox. Finding a book that is the perfect blend of mystery and romance all rolled into one is hard. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
Things We Hide From The Light
Lucy Score
I literally cannot stop thinking about this book and the power that went into it. I made the mistake of reading this before Things We Never Got Over, but it still works well on its own (for the most part). Everything about this book resonated with me in ways I wasn't expecting and I know I will be revisiting it over and over again. Romance, spice and mystery...what more could you want? There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4 / 5 stars
The Plus One
Mazey Eddings
A binge-able novel about childhood nemesis falling in love while battling heartbreak and PTSD, this book captured so many elements that I found absolutely relatable. I appreciate how the storyline dives into issues that a lot of authors avoid. Between Indira and Jude, I found myself falling for the couple because they really are stronger together and isn't that what everyone wants? There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
4 / 5 stars
The Fine Print
Lauren Asher
I had mild expectations about this book; this was another recommendation by Bookstagram and I fell into the trap at one of my frequent Bookstore stops. I loved the idea of this world of Dreamland and cherished the nods to Disney World. I had mixed reviews about this initially, but I loved the chemistry that came between Rowan and Zahra. I'm rooting for them. You better be, too! There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
Terms and Conditions
Lauren Asher
I was sooooo excited to read this book after finishing The Fine Print and Lauren Asher came in with this plot line and said "I know I'm good". Everything about this book had me on edge. I literally couldn't wait to keep reading it, and I never wanted to stop. This was definitely a book I stayed up way too late reading because it was that good. Decland and Iris? I love them forever. There's nothing about them that I hate. Go figure. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
5 / 5 stars
Final Offer
Lauren Asher
Well, shit, you guys. The final installment of the Dreamland Billionaires series has my heart and my soul and anything else it wants. This book was a long one, but no part of it seemed unimportant. This book was everything I wanted in a standalone book and a closing novel to a series that has gripped my heart for so long. No one can tell me that Cal isn't incredible. I will fight you. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
3 / 5 stars
Secretly Yours
Tessa Bailey
This was definitely a quick, easy book that you can binge over the weekend. The storyline is straightforward with nothing convoluted; there are no hidden detours or anything of that sort. And, the characters are lovable and interesting. The concept was very cute, and it played like an adorable rom-com movie in my head. No regrets on this one! There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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2 / 5 stars
The Hating Game
Sally Thorne
I struggled with this one; having seen the movie, I feel like that was really the push that got me to finish this book. Parts were good, and other parts had me debating on if I wanted to put it down. The saving grace, really, was knowing how it would end and needing to get there. because it was such a short book. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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4 / 5 stars
Red, White & Royal Blue
Casey McQuiston
I've never been so excited about a book turning into a movie. This was such a wonderful, interesting and creative storyline. The relationships built throughout the book had me in a chokehold, but nothing had me addicted more than Alex and Henry. I loved watching their hatred for each other blossom and Alex discovering more about who he really is. Amazing! There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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5 / 5 stars
Twisted Games
Ana Huang
Twisted Games just soared so much higher than Twisted Love. Maybe because the characters were more relatable, and it was a trope I am obsessed with. Either way, Rhys and Bridget are goals and the tension within them had me clutching to this book like it was a lifeline. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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4 / 5 stars
Twisted Games
Ana Huang
This was not the book I was highly excited about in the beginning; I almost skipped this book to get to the last one of this series because I was more anticipating the one. here were so many delicious character twists and spicy scenes that evolved into such a great love story that really felt like it brought the series to a cohesive story arc. Josh and Jules...love them. There are spoilers ahead, so if you haven't read the book, be prepared.
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Non-Fiction Book Reviews
Mid-Reach
Betsy Mack
Recommended Read. A great book from the perspective of someone in the middle of achieving their goals.
The Subtle Art. . .
Mark Manson
Recommended Read. A book that convinces you to rewire the way you think.
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