optimisticbooknerd's Reviews (1.52k)


3 ⭐
Definitely got strong Jennifers Body meets The Craft vibes

4 ⭐

I've been thinking about picking this one up for a while but I didn't because everyone I've seen talk about this one hates it.

I think it was a fun thriller that was maybe a bit trashy but like in a good way?

I hated the characters but I thought it was still a fun time

4.5 ⭐

a retelling of Lion King? yes ma'am this slapped so hard.

Tristan was such an amazing character and you could really feel the love he has for Sara B

4.5 ⭐

I really enjoyed this! James and Wendy's story was incredible! I loved them as the mcs and it was definitely a surprise! I didn't think it would've been as gory as it was but it was GOD TIER

3 ⭐

This one I have complicated feelings about. I didn't mind the writing style but the story didn't completely captivate me either. I did really like the futuristic aspect and I think I'll reread this one in the future to give a proper review

Thankyou to Netgalley for allowing me to read this one early

4 ⭐

Enemies to lovers and a cooking show aspect? Yes!

This was so good. I really like this authors writing and so glad I requested it on Netgalley

Nina was such an amazing character and I'll definitely reread this one in the future.

I really liked the chemistry between both of the mc's and the romance was very cute

3 ⭐
I absolutely loved 'The Night Swim' by Megan Goldin and knew I HAD to request this one and the premise was so promising. the main character suffers from memory loss and can't remember anything once she's asleep. I loved the writing and flew through this one throughout the day. I don't really like detective pov's in my thrillers but this one was ok with it? I didn't find it overpowering but the story itself kinda flopped for me and some of it dragged but it was a solid thriller.

5 ⭐

why didn't I pick this one up sooner?! this was absolutely incredible. the characters, the writing, the twists I LOVED everything about this

I read this in two sittings and literally physically gasped at some of the twists in here, like John Marrs, you sir have got yourself a new fan

I highly recommend this one if you like the show Blackmirror, so good.

Definitely checking out this author again.

3 ⭐

I didn't love this one unfortunately, I found the writing to be very repetitive and slow but at the same time really depressing?

Idk how to process my feelings/thoughts so for now it's 3 stars