lindseythelibrarian's Reviews (559)

The Two Towers

J.R.R. Tolkien

5.0

adventurous dark emotional tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

So Glad I finally got around to finishing this book! It’s such a cozy read.

Before We Disappear

Shaun David Hutchinson

3.5

adventurous dark emotional lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was a fun book! There were some really simple and poetic phrases that were aided by the abilities of one of the characters.

Overall, It was a good book. There were a few things that I wish would have been added--more worldbuilding, an explanation of some of the magic, and more Evangeline. I thought the romance was going to be less of a focus and it was going to be a bit more fantastical.

I'd recommend this to anyone who enjoys romance and light fantasy. The author's note also highlights that he took liberties to allow for "queer joy" and I love that.

The Alehouse at the End of the World

Stevan Allred

DID NOT FINISH: 19%

I thought it was going to be more of a journey. I am donating to the library so I can pick this up again if I decide, but there are more books to read and so little time.

Lagom: Not Too Little, Not Too Much, Just Right: The Swedish Guide to Creating Balance in Your Life

Niki Brantmark

3.0

informative lighthearted reflective relaxing medium-paced

A fun little book.
I read something about it being for the middle class. I agree about this. There are many elements in this book that are from a very privileged point of view.

With that being said, there are some fun tips in here. I want to read the book about Hygge next.

Under the Dome

Stephen King

DID NOT FINISH: 7%

I MAY try and re-read the book, but I think I’ve read enough to know that I won’t like this book. When the word “tiddies” is used to describe breasts, I feel like I’ve met my match l

Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World

Benjamin Alire Sáenz

4.75

emotional hopeful reflective sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This book was so beautifully written. For fans of the first, you are in for a treat. For those of you who have not read the first, make sure to read it, and then come back and read this. I happen to like this book even better.

This book is emotional all throughout, deals with challenges of identity, and captures deep friendships in a way the first book did not. It also highlights the romance and struggles of the identity of the two main characters, but in a much different way than the first. You can definitely watch Ari as he matures throughout the novel. Culture and religion are also explored in such a lovely way.
This novel is so beautiful, and it comes highly recommended as one of my favorite books I have read this year.

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