msrichardsreads89's Reviews (2.64k)

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Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was a fun cozy with a lovely fall setting and wonderful characters! 
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Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
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Powerful, poignant, and unapologetic. I loved this collection so much. 
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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

This was an educational and fascinating book for me. I've never read anything set in Greenland, so I wasn't sure what to expect. What I got was a compelling story of five young Greenlanders who struggle with their sexuality and gender identity in modern-day Nuuk. The author weaves between the different points of view very well, and I read this in one sitting. 

My full review: https://youtu.be/c5QkTpY9ecc
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Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

The art and the story are absolutely gorgeous!
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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

2024: Even better the second time around. Completely masterful. 

2021: This was an incredibly strong and beautiful sequel to Assassin's Apprentice. Hobb took what she did in book one and did it even better in Royal Assassin. The plot is compelling, tragic, and beautiful. Hobb's writing is absolutely stunning.
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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

This was my first Gaskell novel, and I am so glad I read this. I was told this is a Victorian version of Pride and Prejudice. While there are some similarities, this book has so much more. Gaskell does a masterful job of exploring the relationships between "masters" and "workers" in the industrialized setting. The characters are complex, and the love story is absolutely beautiful. 
lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

I just adore this series. The characters are wonderful and endearing, and the setting is lovely. The mystery was so fun. 
lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This was a fun start to a new cozy series. The mystery was fun, and I am definitely going to continue on with the series. 
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This is a great introduction to feminism. Even if you don't agree with everything Adichie writes, this book is very thought provoking and made me reflect on myself and my views.