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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
4.5 stars.
Dark, fast paced and action packed!
Greek mythology set in the modern world with fantastic storytelling and truly moving Greek tragedy interwoven.
Easy to read and hard to put down this book grips you from start to finish, could easily see this being made into a movie.
Fans of mythology retelling's, strong female characters, dark twists and romantic tension will love this book.
Dark, fast paced and action packed!
Greek mythology set in the modern world with fantastic storytelling and truly moving Greek tragedy interwoven.
Easy to read and hard to put down this book grips you from start to finish, could easily see this being made into a movie.
Fans of mythology retelling's, strong female characters, dark twists and romantic tension will love this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, Sexual harassment, War
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
3/3.5 stars.
Horse lovers will enjoy this story, however I felt that there was a lot of focus on body image and whilst the ending landed on a positive the majority of the book is focused on fat shaming and bullying.
Horse lovers will enjoy this story, however I felt that there was a lot of focus on body image and whilst the ending landed on a positive the majority of the book is focused on fat shaming and bullying.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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:
Complicated
4/4.5 stars.
Filled with twists and turns, this action packed sequel to Goddess In The Machine did not disappoint.
The only reason it doesn't get the full 5 stars is I still find the cadence of the language jarring in Zhade's chapters and the flow tilts for me which can make reading a little difficult.
But the story itself is passionate and dark and twisting and I loved every second of it. Sci-fi at its best.
If you love books with artificial intelligence, the philosophical debate on what humanity is and it's purpose in the world whilst being swept up in a tantalising tale of mystery- then this duology is for you.
Filled with twists and turns, this action packed sequel to Goddess In The Machine did not disappoint.
The only reason it doesn't get the full 5 stars is I still find the cadence of the language jarring in Zhade's chapters and the flow tilts for me which can make reading a little difficult.
But the story itself is passionate and dark and twisting and I loved every second of it. Sci-fi at its best.
If you love books with artificial intelligence, the philosophical debate on what humanity is and it's purpose in the world whilst being swept up in a tantalising tale of mystery- then this duology is for you.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A fantastic magical story filled with adventure. I did struggle to fall in love with many of the characters, which was a shame. The world itself was beautifully constructed and I adored the story, I just hoped for more from the characters who at times just fell a little short for me.
I do look forward to the sequel though and what will happen.
Fans of twisted fairytale's, Alice In Wonderland-esque vibes and little girls being the hero's - this book is for you.
I do look forward to the sequel though and what will happen.
Fans of twisted fairytale's, Alice In Wonderland-esque vibes and little girls being the hero's - this book is for you.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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:
Complicated
Fast paced, emotional and action packed.
I really love that the first book pushed the fantasy aspect of this series and the second really pushed the sci-fi aspect. My two favourite genres blended beautifully in this duology.
Lovers of books centred on fate, faith and magic will adore this duology.
I really love that the first book pushed the fantasy aspect of this series and the second really pushed the sci-fi aspect. My two favourite genres blended beautifully in this duology.
Lovers of books centred on fate, faith and magic will adore this duology.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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:
Complicated
A fantastic collection of short stories filled with sci-fi and fantasy goodness. I honestly wish that all of them could be full stories in their own rights. I know that two of the authors took inspiration from their own trilogies. But for the others I wanted more, they were all so good!
If you're looking to expand and diversify your reading - this is for you.
If you're looking to expand and diversify your reading - this is for you.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-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:
Yes
4.5 stars.
Fast paced action and plenty of emotions, this story was a rollercoaster from start to finish and that ending hurt me. I look forward to the sequel!
Lovers of the moon, the sea and adventures of the soul will enjoy this magical story of love, loss and discovery.
Fast paced action and plenty of emotions, this story was a rollercoaster from start to finish and that ending hurt me. I look forward to the sequel!
Lovers of the moon, the sea and adventures of the soul will enjoy this magical story of love, loss and discovery.
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Dark, gritty and haunting.
Schwab has a magical way with words, masterfully weaving stories with emotion and magic that leave the reader breathless.
She sees the beauty in the macabre and shares it with us. A small book that leaves a big impression.
If you enjoy dark and mysterious books with a hint of the supernatural then this is for you.
Schwab has a magical way with words, masterfully weaving stories with emotion and magic that leave the reader breathless.
She sees the beauty in the macabre and shares it with us. A small book that leaves a big impression.
If you enjoy dark and mysterious books with a hint of the supernatural then this is for you.
Content Warnings
Minor: Child death, Death, Suicide, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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
A fantastic segway into the next chapter of the Pages and Co series - I cannot wait to see where Milo's journey takes him.
Do not sleep on this series - it is delightful, full of adventure, whimsy and most importantly - books!
Do not sleep on this series - it is delightful, full of adventure, whimsy and most importantly - books!
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Sometimes you just need a book that is easy reading and this was perfect for that.
Dark, delicious and a little magical. This erotic retelling of Peter Pan is perfect for those who love spicy books that have fantasy in them.
Dark, delicious and a little magical. This erotic retelling of Peter Pan is perfect for those who love spicy books that have fantasy in them.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Blood, Murder