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funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Witty, heart warming and mysterious.
A fantastic middle grade book perfect for introducing young readers to the mystery genre. Filled with good humour and a wonderful friendship to tie everything together.
A fantastic middle grade book perfect for introducing young readers to the mystery genre. Filled with good humour and a wonderful friendship to tie everything together.
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Witty, insightful and much needed.
I follow Lewis on social media and was so excited that he was going to be sharing his story in the form of a graphic novel. Read the voices in my head exactly as they are in his skits haha.
If you're looking for a great book that explains some aspects of being a trans male, in an easy to read format and fantastically illustrated by the author himself - then pick this up!
(Read diverse books all year not just for Pride people.)
I follow Lewis on social media and was so excited that he was going to be sharing his story in the form of a graphic novel. Read the voices in my head exactly as they are in his skits haha.
If you're looking for a great book that explains some aspects of being a trans male, in an easy to read format and fantastically illustrated by the author himself - then pick this up!
(Read diverse books all year not just for Pride people.)
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
fast-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:
Complicated
Everything we needed and more.
If you're looking for a book filled with mystery, diverse characters and set in a magical school with a best friend trio - then this is for you.
Ella's journey through her first year at the Arcanum is non stop action. This world is rich and fully fledged with magical creatures, marvellous abilities and very real, raw, experiences.
The way that Ella is treated by students and teachers alike really drew a lot of parallels with my childhood as we as struggles that continue to this day. This book really made me feel things.
Book 2 cannot come quick enough!
If you're looking for a book filled with mystery, diverse characters and set in a magical school with a best friend trio - then this is for you.
Ella's journey through her first year at the Arcanum is non stop action. This world is rich and fully fledged with magical creatures, marvellous abilities and very real, raw, experiences.
The way that Ella is treated by students and teachers alike really drew a lot of parallels with my childhood as we as struggles that continue to this day. This book really made me feel things.
Book 2 cannot come quick enough!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Hate crime, Xenophobia
Minor: Child death, Death, Racism, Murder
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I received an eARC through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
4.5 stars.
A dedication to all goth girls out there and a heartfelt tribute to mental illness, in all its various forms.
This story has wit, sass, nerdy fun but it also has really deep and meaningful conversations throughout. It truly highlights the highs and lows of being a foster child and the desperate need for connection that can sometimes come from those situations.
I truly adored the characters growth throughout and the very raw and real ending.
4.5 stars.
A dedication to all goth girls out there and a heartfelt tribute to mental illness, in all its various forms.
This story has wit, sass, nerdy fun but it also has really deep and meaningful conversations throughout. It truly highlights the highs and lows of being a foster child and the desperate need for connection that can sometimes come from those situations.
I truly adored the characters growth throughout and the very raw and real ending.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Abandonment
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
4/4.5 stars.
Jam packed with action, wit and positive representation.
The World building is immense, so much thought has been put into the history and the plethora of cultures. Such a fully fleshed out galaxy really pulls the reader in.
The only reason this story doesn't get the full 5 stars from me is that I felt there was so much information loaded in straight from the go, that some of the connections between characters seemed rushed. I felt some characters didn't get their chance to shine and some relationships were fast tracked so quickly that it didn't feel as genuine as it should have.
But I did really enjoy the book and look forward to the sequel.
Jam packed with action, wit and positive representation.
The World building is immense, so much thought has been put into the history and the plethora of cultures. Such a fully fleshed out galaxy really pulls the reader in.
The only reason this story doesn't get the full 5 stars from me is that I felt there was so much information loaded in straight from the go, that some of the connections between characters seemed rushed. I felt some characters didn't get their chance to shine and some relationships were fast tracked so quickly that it didn't feel as genuine as it should have.
But I did really enjoy the book and look forward to the sequel.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Violence, Xenophobia, Blood, Colonisation, War
Minor: Child abuse, Physical abuse, Transphobia, Abandonment
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Whimsical, adventurous and filled with hope.
A wonderful end to this duology - loved every minute of it.
If you love books filled with mystery, magic and friendship- then this duology is for you!
A wonderful end to this duology - loved every minute of it.
If you love books filled with mystery, magic and friendship- then this duology is for you!
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-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:
Complicated
I received an eARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for giving me this opportunity.
4.5 stars.
Full of high stakes action, beautiful heartfelt moment and delicious food.
This sequel did not disappoint - beautifully written and that ending was so wonderfully written.
I am salty that my favourite character didn't get the ending they deserved but I am so glad we got to explore a dynamic that really drew me in, in Six Crimson Cranes.
Overall a magnificent ending to this duology. For those who enjoy magical journeys with fantastic folklore and wonderful connections - you will enjoy this.
4.5 stars.
Full of high stakes action, beautiful heartfelt moment and delicious food.
This sequel did not disappoint - beautifully written and that ending was so wonderfully written.
I am salty that my favourite character didn't get the ending they deserved but I am so glad we got to explore a dynamic that really drew me in, in Six Crimson Cranes.
Overall a magnificent ending to this duology. For those who enjoy magical journeys with fantastic folklore and wonderful connections - you will enjoy this.
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adventurous
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
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
Mysterious, magical and emotional.
I adore the beautiful world that Lim portrays in this story, the descriptions of food will leave you ravenous. I enjoyed the growth of the main character throughout and the connections between characters.
I look forward to the sequel greatly because I am hopeful that a character I instantly wanted to know more about, will be featured more heavily.
Perfect for fans of fantasy, mythology and hesitant love.
I adore the beautiful world that Lim portrays in this story, the descriptions of food will leave you ravenous. I enjoyed the growth of the main character throughout and the connections between characters.
I look forward to the sequel greatly because I am hopeful that a character I instantly wanted to know more about, will be featured more heavily.
Perfect for fans of fantasy, mythology and hesitant love.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-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:
Complicated
An ending that only Jay and Amie could bring.
Twists and turns but above all else - love.
I adored this trilogy and the sci-fi space adventure it took us on. 312 forever.
For lovers of fast paced action, unexpected plot twists and witty loveable characters - try this trilogy. You won't be disappointed.
Twists and turns but above all else - love.
I adored this trilogy and the sci-fi space adventure it took us on. 312 forever.
For lovers of fast paced action, unexpected plot twists and witty loveable characters - try this trilogy. You won't be disappointed.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A twisted topsy-turvy world where you don't know who to root for.
I loved the originality of the story, the twists and turns, however I felt that some of the chemistry between characters needed a little more refining. But I did really love the story and I cannot wait for the sequel.
I loved the originality of the story, the twists and turns, however I felt that some of the chemistry between characters needed a little more refining. But I did really love the story and I cannot wait for the sequel.