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338 reviews

challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

I've been missing Succession and this book was a salve for that specific type of heartache. I found this to be very well-written, with complex and interesting (if at times unlikable) characters. P.S., in my head, I pictured Adam exclusively as Bill Walton, who passed during my time reading this book. Rest in Peace Bill, you are a San Diego legend.

Lore Olympus: Volume Four by Rachel Smythe

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emotional lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Lore Olympus: Volume Three by Rachel Smythe

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funny reflective fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

XOXO by Axie Oh

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 33%.

This is the second YA K-pop idol romance I attempted to read this year, but I think I'm just not enjoying high school romances anymore. Maybe it's the fact that I turned 27 on Friday so I'm ten years older than any of the characters.

Done and Dusted by Lyla Sage

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emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Working on a Song: The Lyrics of Hadestown by Anaïs Mitchell

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challenging informative medium-paced

5.0

If you are a fan of musicals, especially Hadestown, this book was a fascinating look at the process of writing and rewriting a show. Not every show goes through this process, but for an original idea to be formed, make several stops along the way, and finally reach the destination over a decade later is a testament to the dedication it takes to be creative.

The Guest List by Lucy Foley

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dark mysterious tense fast-paced