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Maniac by Onley James
challenging
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Sexual assault
Minor: Violence
Lunatic by Onley James
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Violence
Minor: Homophobia, Pedophilia, Racism, Trafficking, and Kidnapping
That Trucker Kind of Love by West Greene
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
That Lumberjack Kind of Love by West Greene
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
That Convict Kind of Love by West Greene
funny
hopeful
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Headcase by Onley James
adventurous
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Violence, and Blood
Hunt Me! (I Crave the Chase) by Fae Quin
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Violence
Minor: Blood and Kidnapping
Bride by Ali Hazelwood
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Death and Violence
Minor: Sexual content
Reborn by Seth Haddon
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
4⭐️
MOOD: adventurous, emotional, tense
TROPES: fated mates, forced proximity,
GENRES: Fantasy, lbgtq+ romance,
FAV QUOTE: Izra looked at him, and before any bit of logic could stop his heart, he said, "You are far too pretty to hate, Oren Radek." Oren flushed. "And you are far to o pretty to be saying those things to a man like me."
MAIN CHARACTERS: Izra Dziove and Oren Radek
This is the first Seth Haddon book that I've read - I did not read Reforged but wanted to read Reborn before Reclaimed (I don't think I'll have time to read both).
THE GOOD: I really enjoyed this story. There were so many plot elements that are incorporated into it - it should feel overwhelming but it doesn't - there's mystery, mythology, romance, and the possible breakdown of an empire. As far as the romance goes, it has also been some time since I've read a story with a basis around fated mates where there was a struggle or learning curve for one of those involved...it was refreshing. There was a wealth of information - with characters, locations, and history too. The timeline can feel a little iffy, especially given the travel, but overall it's a really good read and I look forward to more. I also forgot there was a map at the beginning of the book - which would have helped me with the travel.
THE NEUTRAL: I'm just getting back into Fantasy, so keeping track of the numerous gods and locations is difficult. This is definitely more of a me problem than a writing problem. There is a Glossary of Terms and Names at the end of the book but I didn't know that while reading.
THE MEH: For the length of the book, this took be a really long time to read
CW: violence, death, sexual content
DISCLAIMER: I received an advance review copy. This is my honest review.
MOOD: adventurous, emotional, tense
TROPES: fated mates, forced proximity,
GENRES: Fantasy, lbgtq+ romance,
FAV QUOTE: Izra looked at him, and before any bit of logic could stop his heart, he said, "You are far too pretty to hate, Oren Radek." Oren flushed. "And you are far to o pretty to be saying those things to a man like me."
MAIN CHARACTERS: Izra Dziove and Oren Radek
This is the first Seth Haddon book that I've read - I did not read Reforged but wanted to read Reborn before Reclaimed (I don't think I'll have time to read both).
THE GOOD: I really enjoyed this story. There were so many plot elements that are incorporated into it - it should feel overwhelming but it doesn't - there's mystery, mythology, romance, and the possible breakdown of an empire. As far as the romance goes, it has also been some time since I've read a story with a basis around fated mates where there was a struggle or learning curve for one of those involved...it was refreshing. There was a wealth of information - with characters, locations, and history too. The timeline can feel a little iffy, especially given the travel, but overall it's a really good read and I look forward to more. I also forgot there was a map at the beginning of the book - which would have helped me with the travel.
THE NEUTRAL: I'm just getting back into Fantasy, so keeping track of the numerous gods and locations is difficult. This is definitely more of a me problem than a writing problem. There is a Glossary of Terms and Names at the end of the book but I didn't know that while reading.
THE MEH: For the length of the book, this took be a really long time to read
CW: violence, death, sexual content
DISCLAIMER: I received an advance review copy. This is my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
Moderate: Sexual content and Violence
Traveling with Gentlemen by Kathryn Moon
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content