Everyone should read this book. It is beautifully written and is an examination of the criminal justice system, race, how art and expression can save us. I love this book so much.

Started promising, but too slow and not enough character development. 

This book has been hyped and marketed as “enthralling” but for me, it was lackluster. I was initially intrigued by the story, but I could not connect with the characters and I felt there was a lot of subplot that drew away from the “mystery.”

DNF at 27%

This book was so good, almost perfect! It was a bit of a rocky start for me, but the second half gave me all the feels. 

Chloe Liese’s romance books are binge-worthy, compulsive, steamy, but also real. Chloe writes Romance novels that are inclusive, feature people with diverse abilities, and realistic “issues.” Ever After Always features a marriage in crisis, and the dynamics between Freya and Aiden are all too real. I related so closely with Aiden’s anxiety, history of trauma, and the communication struggles between he and Freya. I have been looking forward to my Bergman Brothers Binge Day! A day to immerse myself in broad characters and steamy romance and the lovable Bergman family. 

I did not know anything about the drug wars in the Philippines or President Duterte, so I am appreciative of learning something new. I also don’t think I have ever read a book that takes place in the Philippines, and I would like to read more. 

BIPOC and OwnVoices

Coming of Age (YA)

Introspective, Informative 

Medium-paced