Anne maria
“I suckle like a baby at her clit” dropped this from a 2.5 rating to a 2.0. That has to be one of the worst sentences I have ever read. That and the two characters are annoying and childish.
4.5
What a fitting end to this series. I had a wild ride and felt the stories of Laura and Beverly was the perfect way to say goodbye.
I had these on Kindle but immediately purchased the series on paperback because I'll definitely be reading them again. Keta Kendric never misses.
I couldn't put this one down. I started this book late at night and when I woke up at 7 am I immediately reached for my Kindle to finish it.
I was first introduced to the Bloodmoon Pack while reading Beast by Reana Malori and instantly was charmed by all the characters involved especially the glimpse we got of the pack members.This story is so much fun. I couldn't wait to see what the outcome was going to happen and the tension of being on the run & finding your mate was palpable.I'm about to read Alphas Rise because I clearly can't get enough of the Bloodmoon Pack.
I've noticed that micro-stories can be a bit hit-or-miss. Sometimes they're so short that I struggle to understand the context, which can leave me feeling a bit silly. However, Jeremy has a way with words that is truly beautiful and engaging. His stories pull you in from the very beginning.
This collection of mixed-genre stories is a quick read, and I enjoyed every single one of them. I highly recommend picking it up - you won't regret it!
Wow. More brilliant micro stories huh? Making me gasp and tear up with as few as 100 words. I guess you are that guy huh?
Touching, unsettling, sad, inspirational micro-stories of mixed genres and Jeremy delivered all perfectly. I am a fan. I can't wait for more.
3..5
I was looking for a snowy, isolated horror/thriller, and that's exactly what I got. I would love to state that the twists and turns came as a surprise, but I had guessed the killer and major twist so early into the story. I guess a lifetime of reading such stories had something to do with that. I wish I got it wrong, though. It's nice to be wrong in such cases. None of that impeded my enjoyment. The pacing was good, the tension was palpable, and I had a decent enough time. The itch was itched.
I wanted to read this for quite some time. I was promised dark, and I did indeed get dark, but I've read darker. I did enjoy this book, the story, and the characters, and I have no idea how Yoon could ever survive this but I am looking forward to reading more.
They had me at “Black Vampires.” Damn, this was so good. The art, the story, and the history. I'm almost scared to find out what happens in Volume 2 because it ain't going to be pretty. Pick up a copy today. Go on.
I went in not knowing anything about this manga and was impressed with the brutality yet lack of gore. The subject is terrible, horrific, and every sane person's nightmare. I was left with so many questions, and I need to find out more.
My goodness, this was really good. There was no hanging around; we got into the good stuff right away, which is always appreciated. There was gore, good illustrations, and a strong storyline, which ticks a lot of my boxes. This was my first time reading anything by Joe Hill. I didn't even realise who he was when I purchased this book or that I grew up with his father by my side. I look forward to more.
Like many, I loved Roald Dahl as a child, and this was one of the popular stories I never got around to reading. So, as I try to separate the adult in me from the child who loved to read, I can quite confidently state that both the child and the adult in me would have and did find most of the story quite disturbing and unsuitable for children. Don't come for me. It's my truth. I'm now wondering how I'll find all the Dahl books I recently purchased that I read over and over as a child. I just don't remember Dahl's characters being so.... abusive.
Once I got past the very dark first part of the book, the story got more fun, reminding me of the Dahl I read as a wee bairn. Then it got dark again. This family needs a lot of therapy, imho.
I have not yet read any of Gillian's novels, but I pay attention to book lovers' recommendations. Therefore, I thought that this book would be an excellent introduction to Gillian's writing style. I thoroughly enjoyed it and immediately ordered her novel “Dark Places” as I was left wanting more. Highly recommend it's only 67 pages and gets to the punch quickly.
The thing about Saga is that you'll find the laughs go alongside heartbreak and trauma. Nothing highlights this as much as Sophie's story because of all the characters I have met so far; her story is a gut punch to my heart. I'm so glad she has Lying Cat.
I also love the small illustration details you may not notice at first glance, like in one panel, a journalist's camera has an eye for a lens.
There are so many satisfying twists and turns. In some situations, I have no clue how the characters will get out of it. It has everything I love in a graphic novel.
I have been buying used issues of Saga but was thinking about buying the compendium brand new after reading Volume 2, so I thought about it for all of 10 minutes, and I did. I consider it money well spent.
I love this series completely.
I don't know how many times I said “omg,” but it was a lot. The twists I didn't see coming are everything. I cried twice and laughed many times. I'm so happy I started reading this series, and thanks to the writing, I truly have no idea where this will go or how it will end, and I love it. *Eyes up the compendium.
I was weary about reading this novel because I do not enjoy books about child abuse and judging by the reviews this has disturbing child content. However, this wasn't as creepy and disturbing as reviews promised I'm afraid. It's moreover a story of childhood friendships and stalking.
I very much enjoyed the endings of each chapter and was left “ooohing” and “ahhing” a few times. It took me reading 1/3 of the book to get into it. Not a bad read, but nowhere as creepy as promised or maybe I'm just immune as I don't find books scary but will never give up looking.
3.5 stars.
I thought the book was okay, but to be fair, I'm not the target audience however, I could relate to obsessing over a boy band as a teenager, and I did laugh at some parts. The idea of a tough Yakuza falling for the charms of members of a K-pop band should have had me laughing more, and while I did laugh at some parts I just wish there were more funny moments. If Volume 2 becomes available on KU, I'll give it a read, but for now, I think I'll stop at Volume 1.
Wow.
What a stunning debut. I am so excited this book is going to be a series. I didn't get bored once, not once. I wanted to know all the backstories of each character and discover the dynamics between them all, even the more unpleasant characters were interesting.
The switch between characters (all of who have secrets which propel the story) was seamless and the story flowed easily. I only put it down over the few days it took to read because life got in the way otherwise it would have been a one-sit reading.
I await the sequel and will be preordering! I can't wait to read more from S.A. Harian. Read this.
3.5 Stars
I guessed the plot by Chapter 18 but enjoyed the story nonetheless. I found two characters particularly annoying but that fit their characters and it took nothing away from the story. There was a twist I did not see coming which I welcomed.
I know it seems I did not enjoy this book however I did. I got exactly what I wanted, a sometimes claustrophobic, survival thriller. If you're not used to reading this sort of premise you may get more out of it. I just wished there were more twists and that I did not guess the entire plot so early.
I don't really like romance. In real life, in movies or in books, I just can't. I gag. So tell me why whilst reading this book I was giggling like a teen with a crush? Kicking my legs back and forth and squealing in delight? Tee hee'ing at the spice I did not expect because I don't do romance. Developing a mini crush on Red because he's my type? Tell me why?
I loved this book. I loved the representation. I loved everything and seeing as I went into this book quite leery I am very surprised to find I do like spice, I do like romance with humour and I will be reading the other two books in this series as I really want to read more about Chloe's sisters.
I'm off to look for some dark romance because I know I'll definitely roll that way too.
This is not a reverse harem. At all. It didn't impede my enjoyment. I love how Smauggy writes, but the tags lied, they lie. Maybe the subsequent books are. Yeah, I can see how I would like that to go down amongst some of the characters.
I was having a good old time reading this book and then frustration kicked in. Frustration for and at Gabrielle; frustration that evil people weren't being punished with a bullet to the head; frustration with Chris for some of his inconsiderate actions; frustration as I felt the mystery behind the Richardson family meant none of my frustrations would be resolved in this book as this is part of a series, baby! NONE of that meant I didn't enjoy myself, unfairly curse out characters for betrayals that weren't technically “betrayals,” but in my world, it is damn it! If an author can illicit such strong emotions from me and not make me want to throw my book into the fire, I know I am on to a good thing. It wasn't all eager frustration, I really loved the way the twists kept coming.
I also love, love, love to read black fmc's such as Gabrielle and her friends just being excellent and excelling in their chosen fields. More of this.
My two biggest criticisms were how easily Gabrielle fell for any man that showed her attention. She's so confident in her career but so easily pliable in any man's hands. All he needs to do is be a bit of an arsehole, bite his or her lip, and obnoxiously invade her personal space with his rich man's entitlement for her to start dripping. I just wish she'd stood up for herself a little more, especially with the sexy-arsed Richardson brothers. I don't include her pos fiancé in that; there is no judgement from me there; if you know, then you know.
Gabrielle grinding all over her boss, the slithery Michael (who, in my view, did not respect any boundaries or the power dynamic he had over Gabrielle), betrays how serious and how hard her character had to work as a black woman to excel in the medical field. Michael did nothing but act like another entitled arsehole. I wasn't sure if this was Gabrielle owning her sexual being, reacting to past events, or whether she lacked the ability to think coherently when it came to men. She came across as very needy. Also, who is he? I'm intrigued.
Also, there was so much lip-biting in this book that I am surprised the characters had any lips left. It was repeated throughout the book, to the point where it began to irk me.
I will be completing the entire series and saga. I thirst so hard to read The Unsettling and The Reckoning which will make no sense unless I read previous books, and I am happy to do so. I'm intrigued to find out where this story leads. I loved the ending. I very much enjoyed my second trip into Smauggy's mind.
Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?
Caught in a landslide, no escape from reality. Open your eyes, look up to the skies and see...
Conspiracies, half-truths, lies, murder. I read the first volume confused if this was fiction, taken directly from any news, YouTube channel, or a bit of both. Collectively, we all should agree not to trust any government right? Brb there's a knock at my door...
This series of books states the books were written for those in love who can relate, but don't worry, us bitter single fools can enjoy this too. Ha ha... a heh... clears throat.... downs vodka.
