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The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest

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funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

E&J by Shon

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

There is a reason why Shon is my favorite and this novella here shows why. It is not easy to find representation of depression where the individual does not seek professional help but this? This nailed it so perfectly. It hit so close to home that I wept several times during this read. Depression shows up so differently for everyone and to have a character depict what I feel on a cycled basis.. it just feels so good to be seen. Depressed girls need love and care too! Especially those who constantly have to show up for others

This story was literal perfection
The Echo Wife by Sarah Gailey

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dark tense slow-paced

3.5

At no point did I know what was going to happen next. This book was not at all what I expected but I definitely enjoyed the story. 
Finding Me: A Memoir by Viola Davis

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emotional reflective medium-paced

5.0

I can't imagine the courage it took to write down these memories and tell her history. I have such a newfound respect for Viola Davis. This story was so well written. 
While You Were Dreaming by Alisha Rai

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

This story was very well thought out and written. I enjoyed Sonia's story so much and can't wait to get into more from this author. This story touched on friendships, love for self and others and figuring out when it's time to make lemonade from lemons. This is a great coming of age story
Thicker Than Water: A Memoir by Kerry Washington

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emotional reflective medium-paced

3.0

I'm so upset bc I love Kerry Washington but this book did not hit the mark for me personally. 

I enjoyed how she talked about her journey with anxiety, low self-esteem and perfectionism but I feel like this book was written by a perfectionist. I thought this would be a glimpse into getting to know the star better but this seemed to be more of a gloss over on her journey versus actually seeing her as an individual.
The Blood Gift by N.E. Davenport

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adventurous dark emotional tense fast-paced

4.0

I was excited to see Ikenna finally embrace who she is! Gifted and apart from everyone BUT NOT beneath them. The action in this book was exactly what I was looking for from Ikenna and her crew. I enjoyed how close everyone became in this book. All together I loved Part 2 to this Duo more than Part 1 but I really wish it could have been stretched out to a Trilogy. The pacing seems a bit rushed and I have a few questions still. I almost feel like I need to read Pt. 1 for a 3rd time bc there are several instances where I feel like I missed something. 

I wouldn't let this discourage you from reading.. more like setting your expectations
The Time of Your Life by Sandra Kitt

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

A chance encounter leads into the sweetest love story for Eden and Beck. For each other and themselves.
I enjoyed the evolution of the characters most in this story. This read more like a contemporary read than romance in my opinion. There was a strong focus on the home life battles of our main characters.
There is a 3rd act spiff that ends quickly enough so you aren't aching. 
Overall I thought it was a fine read. I likely will not read again tho
With Sugar On Top: A Sugared and Spiced Short by Lady Marie

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adventurous emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? N/A
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

This little update from Benji and Sage was so special! I’m happy to see them still loving one another in their love languages 
On Santa's Lap by Tanon Tales

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adventurous emotional fast-paced

5.0

Honestly.. Tanon never misses in my eyes and she just keeps proving me right. This holiday short was exactly what I needed for my holiday TBR. Just enough holiday cheer. I love a fated lovers