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March 22, 2019

WHAT IF IT’S US by Becky Albertalli & Adam Silvera

March 22, 2019

Book cover & and 4-star rating for WHAT IF ITS US by Becky Albertalli and Adam SilveraBelieve it or not, there was a time that I loved cute romance books and adored books with meet cutes. As I hit my twenties though, I suppose I became somewhat jaded. I hardly reached for these books anymore, and when I did, I didn’t enjoy them anywhere near as much as before. Then along came What If It’s Us. I couldn’t stop smiling while reading it!

· Categories: Fiction Keywords: adhd, alternative perspectives, american authors, bi- or multiracial characters, break-ups, dating, diverse authors, diverse books, exes, family, friendship, high school, internships, lgbtq » gay characters, lgbtq characters, meet-cute, on-writing, poc characters, realistic fiction, relationships, summer, summer-school

March 20, 2018

THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF OKAY by Laura Steven

March 20, 2018

Book cover & rating - THE EXACT OPPOSITE OF OKAY by Laura StevenIzzy was such a refreshing and hilarious character. Her personality shone through the blog posts and her annotations on hindsight. Once in a while, the details she shared bordered on TMI (too much information) but in a diary sort of blog that’s not exactly unusual. If you like no holds barred narrations that flow with stream of consciousness, you’ll be in stitches laughing over The Exact Opposite of Okay.

· Categories: Fiction Keywords: ambition, betrayal, british authors, diverse books, feminism, friendship, high school, humour, internet, lgbtq characters, media, on-writing, racism, self-esteem, sexism, sexuality, social commentary, social media

November 1, 2017

THESE SHALLOW GRAVES by Jennifer Donnelly

November 1, 2017

Book cover & rating - THESE SHALLOW GRAVES by Jennifer DonnellyWhen mystery meets historical fiction, you can be almost certain that the book will be exciting. This was definitely the case for These Shallow Graves. The moody 19th century setting fit perfectly with the murder mystery plot.

· Categories: Fiction Keywords: assault, betrayal, blackmail, bribery, crime, death, family, family business, friendship, grief, journalism, lies, love triangles, media, murder, on-writing, orphans, realistic fiction, violence

September 13, 2017

THE LONELIEST GIRL IN THE UNIVERSE by Lauren James

September 13, 2017

Book cover & rating - THE LONELIEST GIRL IN THE UNIVERSE by Lauren JamesWhen I first read the synopsis of The Loneliest Girl in the Universe, I expected an epic romance set in space. That wasn’t quite what the book was but I did like the direction it took. What I didn’t realise at first was that The Loneliest Girl in the Universe isn’t only science fiction but a psychological thriller as well.

· Categories: Fiction Keywords: anxiety, betrayal, death, emailing, fanfiction, life, memories, on-writing, orphans, post-traumatic stress disorder, space travel, violence

August 2, 2017

HONEYMOON SUITE by Wendy Holden

August 2, 2017

Book cover & rating - Honeymoon Suite by Wendy HoldenWhile the title might suggest otherwise, Honeymoon Suite is about a woman’s personal journey to start her life over in a new place. Her wedding falls through, and with it, the life she’s planned ahead. With the help of her friend, she gets back on track. Yes, romance is involved but against all odds, it’s not the primary focus. It’s about piecing her life together again, and building new relationships.

· Categories: Fiction Keywords: betrayal, british authors, friendship, hotels, lies, marketing, mothers and daughters, mystery, on the run, on-writing, romance, secrets, single parenthood, work life

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