dlrosebyh's Reviews (773)

MY FAV PERCY BOOK

my fav novella 

clarisse and percy, my loves <3

Please take a moment to listen to what I'm saying. When many tropes are blended into one narrative, it usually feels like the author is doing too much, right? That is not the case in this instance. 

We follow Iris and Declan in Terms and Conditions. They are compelled to marry because they were forced to sign this contract, which becomes essential to the plot as the novel progresses. All of the superior motifs are present in this novel: forced proximity, marriage of convenience, workplace, grumpy / sunshine, and fake dating.

Last year, one of my favorite books was The Fine Print. I was apprehensive to read this book because it had actually struck me. I didn't believe it could get any better, but it did, which I adore.

I find Iris and Declan to be relatable in their own manner. Iris is a character I can relate to because I, too, am neurodivergent. It's difficult for me to grasp concepts quickly, therefore I try to be flexible with my ideas. I strive to establish as many backup plans as possible, so that even the worst-case situation can be avoided. Declan, on the other hand, was similar to me in that he was unable to express his emotions. It's difficult for me to express myself because it often feels trivial and meaningless.

Actually, I used to loathe Declan. However, as I became more familiar with his point of view, I began to recognize myself in him, and he has since been one of my go-to characters. I admire how realistic and intricate his persona is, and he made me feel understood.

The romance was incredible. You can't tell if they're still faking or not because it's a fake dating trope, but you can see them being smoother with their seductive actions on and off screen. I screamed with every movement. Furthermore, the groveling was superb. It puts Declan in his proper place. 

And at last, I am completely charmed with this book. Please read it!!

Firstly, I’d like to thank NetGalley for giving me a free e-ARC of Realms in exchange of an honest review.

David is astonished to discover his older sister Meghan waiting for him in the parking lot after a particularly stressful day at Pensatucket High School. Meghan hasn't gone home since she started college, estranged for years from their mother, Joanne, following their father's death. 

She claims, however, that she has a surprise for you today. They drive back to David's house, where his best friends are waiting to celebrate his birthday, unknown to him. Meghan and David almost miss the unnoticed bundle on the doorstep as they walk up the front way. He was stumped by the following questions: who had brought it? And why is that?

David opens the package after being persuaded by his pals to do so, revealing a huge blue pendant on a silver chain. The gift is strange to say the least, with no message attached and no messenger in sight. Furthermore, the blue stone in the setting begins to shine, and as time passes, it becomes increasingly brighter. 

David enlists the help of his sister, friends, and their eccentric Aunt Noelia, a historian and expert on antiquities and rarities, to figure out what the weird blue pendant means. The inquisitive crew has no idea that what they discover would change their lives forever and put David's courage, resilience, and strength to the test.

Don't get me wrong: the graphics, drawings, craftsmanship, and characters in this book were all fantastic. It was only the execution that didn't wow me; I felt like I needed a prequel to understand this novel while reading it. Even now, I'm still perplexed by this book. It lacked a backstory, and the lack of a plot turned me off. 

Despite my disdain for it, I may read the second issue to see if the plot improves.

Firstly, I’d like to thank NetGalley for giving me a free e-ARC of The Treehouse on Dog River Road in exchange of an honest review.

Hannah Spencer, 28, is a twenty-eight-year-old woman who wants to improve everything about her life. Nathan Wild has recently returned to Vermont after 10 years in cities, and he has no plans to change anything about his life.

Hannah heads to Vermont for the summer to look after her sister's children and do some serious soul searching after being laid off from her depressing job in Boston. She begins on an ambitious project: building a treehouse for her niece and nephew, set against the gorgeous landscape of the Green Mountains. She devises a strategy to kick-start her life with a new job out West while she hammers away. Will Nathan-next-door, on the other hand, make her desire to shift course more difficult? The Treehouse on Dog River Road is a humorous, romantic, and inspiring story about a young lady taking control of her life and making difficult choices about love and employment to create the life she desires.

Everything in this book appealed to me. The scenery is so relaxing that it reminds me of the province where my family vacations every year. The characters were quite endearing. The chemistry between them was incredible. However, I believe it was a little hurried. 

Because it's promoted as an enemies to lovers story, I was expecting more banter. I really enjoyed the tropes of forced proximity and fake dating. All of my favorite tropes were mixed in one book, making this novel feel like a fever dream.

i literally need the next book now.

Firstly, I’d like to thank NetGalley for giving me a free e-ARC of Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies in exchange of an honest review.

I'm still on the fence about this book. I truly enjoyed the entire plot, although it became tedious at times, and I lost interest. 

This story follows a woman who bakes lethal pies to aid women who have been abused. This novel is also billed as a cozy mystery, which I'm not sure what to make of because it follows a murderer. However, she received a letter threatening to expose her business, so she did what any reasonable person would do and sought to figure out who the letter was from, because of the fact that the message was anonymous.

I chose this since I was in need of a relaxing read. I'd been reading a lot of depressing books lately and needed something to lift my spirits. It's not a lighter read, despite the fact that it's labeled as a cozy read. I enjoyed that some of the descriptions are also highly descriptive, because I despise mysteries that aren't descriptive. 

Although the plot improves towards the end, I do not believe it is worthy of a three-star rating. Don't get me wrong: the writing style was fantastic—as was the plot—but it just didn't stick out to me.