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The ending of this book felt implausible and the twist could have been better explored.
I think Elliot Wake's and Anna-Marie McLemore's stories were my favs!
The number of emotions this book made me feel is off the charts.
1. Angry. Would the US subject immigrants seeking asylum to experimental tests that could harm and re-traumatize them? Yes, this could be a thing.
2. Relieved. So happy Marisol found Rey.
3. Angry. Angry that we live in a world where this is so close to reality. We can’t let the concentration camps continue.
1. Angry. Would the US subject immigrants seeking asylum to experimental tests that could harm and re-traumatize them? Yes, this could be a thing.
2. Relieved. So happy Marisol found Rey.
3. Angry. Angry that we live in a world where this is so close to reality. We can’t let the concentration camps continue.
Believe all of the good things you hear about this book. Full review to come!
Manfried Saves the Day
After reading the original Manfried novel, I didn’t think this creative team could outdo themselves. BUT I LOVED THIS ONE EVEN MORE.
While the first book focused primarily in Manfried and his relationship with his owner, Manfried Saves the Day focuses on saving the local shelter and ensuring Men have a safe space until they find new Cats. To do this, the Men participate in a pageant.
Manfriend Saves the Day has:
- Cute Men doing pageant things
- A mystery storyline
- Friends coming together!
- Adorable art that draws you in
If you find humor in:
- cats as people
- men as cats
- typical cat behaviors
This might be the book for you. With even more heart that Manfried’s first foray into the book world, every cat lover is sure to aww over Manfried saving the day. He really is a hero!
I hope we get more Manfried in the future!
After reading the original Manfried novel, I didn’t think this creative team could outdo themselves. BUT I LOVED THIS ONE EVEN MORE.
While the first book focused primarily in Manfried and his relationship with his owner, Manfried Saves the Day focuses on saving the local shelter and ensuring Men have a safe space until they find new Cats. To do this, the Men participate in a pageant.
Manfriend Saves the Day has:
- Cute Men doing pageant things
- A mystery storyline
- Friends coming together!
- Adorable art that draws you in
If you find humor in:
- cats as people
- men as cats
- typical cat behaviors
This might be the book for you. With even more heart that Manfried’s first foray into the book world, every cat lover is sure to aww over Manfried saving the day. He really is a hero!
I hope we get more Manfried in the future!
What I love most about Mariko's stories is how much you feel without the characters having to say much. Of course, that also says a lot about how amazing Rosemary is, too. The tone of this book is created through color and character expression. You WILL feel things. This is high school love wrapped up in one story and I am here for it.
Lovestruck in a nutshell:
- Kali is a Cupid
- Buuuut she doesn’t want to be! She’s not sure this is her calling.
- Too bad; the Fates decided
- Accidentally matches people - whoops!
- Accidentally matches HERSELF with a mortal - MAJOR WHOOPS
- Little love triangle but easy choice!
- Awesome to see parents and other adults prominent in the story
- THE ENDING IS THE BEST
So yeah, I loved it. I loved watching Kali struggle with her fate and feeling like she had little control over her life. This felt real for what teens experience IRL (of course, without the whole god and powers business). This is the perfect summer romance - fun with a side of seriousness!
- Kali is a Cupid
- Buuuut she doesn’t want to be! She’s not sure this is her calling.
- Too bad; the Fates decided
- Accidentally matches people - whoops!
- Accidentally matches HERSELF with a mortal - MAJOR WHOOPS
- Little love triangle but easy choice!
- Awesome to see parents and other adults prominent in the story
- THE ENDING IS THE BEST
So yeah, I loved it. I loved watching Kali struggle with her fate and feeling like she had little control over her life. This felt real for what teens experience IRL (of course, without the whole god and powers business). This is the perfect summer romance - fun with a side of seriousness!
Carrie Ann DiRisio calls The Disappearance of Sloane Sullivan “Pretty in Pink meets The Sopranos” and FOR REAL is she right. Wow.
Probably the most disappointing part of this book is the fact that it took me more than a year to read it after it landed on my radar. I HAVE REGRETS. This is a stunning thriller that builds up all the tension and releases it quickly through the end.
When Sloane and her father witness a murder between two rival mob families, they’re forced into Witness Protection. Now on her 19th alias, Sloane and her handler, Mark, have a plan for her to exit WitSec and move on with their lives.
That is, until Sloane comes face to face with her childhood best friend, who after 12 years has not forgotten her.
The first 75% of the book is a slow build toward the big action. The whole time you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. For Sloane’s plans to fall apart. For her 20th alias to arise and set her back.
The last 25% is absolutely pack with thrills and twists. You may think you know what’s coming and every time BAM - you’re thrown off course. This is a one sitting read you won’t soon forget!
Probably the most disappointing part of this book is the fact that it took me more than a year to read it after it landed on my radar. I HAVE REGRETS. This is a stunning thriller that builds up all the tension and releases it quickly through the end.
When Sloane and her father witness a murder between two rival mob families, they’re forced into Witness Protection. Now on her 19th alias, Sloane and her handler, Mark, have a plan for her to exit WitSec and move on with their lives.
That is, until Sloane comes face to face with her childhood best friend, who after 12 years has not forgotten her.
The first 75% of the book is a slow build toward the big action. The whole time you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. For Sloane’s plans to fall apart. For her 20th alias to arise and set her back.
The last 25% is absolutely pack with thrills and twists. You may think you know what’s coming and every time BAM - you’re thrown off course. This is a one sitting read you won’t soon forget!
This is a beautiful story of friendship between two young men who have a shared experience that they experienced completely differently. Joseph handled the school shooting aspect with grace and care and built out characters you’ll think about long after finishing the book.
A unique and interesting urban fantasy (we have so few in YA) that is great for fans of Marie Lu’s The Young Elites - just add MMA! Loved seeing young women take down the patriarchy one vulnerable punch at a time.