Josie

This book will not be one of my top reads of the year but I wasn't dissapointed in it. It kept my interest but didnt make me go WOW at any point. Certain scenes got me feeling a bit more than others, but nothing brought me to tears or anything. Over all I'd say this was a solidly average read.

Things I did enjoy though were the wordbuilding aspects, learning more about the magic and religions and other regions. These parts kept me interested and wanting to read more.

The relationships that developed and grew in this book were great. Ridoc is hands down one of my favorite characters now.

The relationship between Violet and Xaden remains feeling shallow for me. I get they are in love but their love only seems to be as deep as their physical connection. There are no moments of tenderness for them, even when opportunities rise, they use it to just be physical, which fine but it leaves the relationship feeling cheap.

I will definitely be reading the next book just to get answers for the plethora of questions Yarros left behind in the wake of this book. Though Onyx Storm will not be a book I'm running to tell people to read.

This will end up being one of the best books I will read all year, hands down no questions asked. This is such a warm and cozy read that I didn't know I was looking for. Legends and Lattes has been one of my favorite cozy reads since it came out and I've been chasing the feeling I got when I read it and I have finally found it.

Tao is such a wonderful character, relateable, vunerable, and quirky. The rest of the cast is equally entertaining and well thought out.

The adventure Tao goes on is equal parts funny and emotional. Watching her grow as a character alongside the others was such a heartwarming journey.

The Teller of Small Fortunes will definitely be one of my most recommended books of the year.

I've always heard about this series, and I've been skeptical of how good they could be, but dang, am I impressed. For the first installment of the Mistborn series, I am hooked. The character development really endears you to them. The pacing is excellent, its world building keeps you engaged, and the action scenes are entertaining and exciting.

A nice quick read but there is so much packed into this book. Everything is presented so well and was never boring or tedious to read.

Enjoyed this read over all, the last 10% I was split with feeling unsatisfied then feeling ut wrapped up nicely. For the first 5% of it I was feeling let down, I wasn't vibing with whwre things were headed, then the last 5% was great! Loved how we slowly learn more and more about the history of the culture and watch each character grow. Definitely a satisfying read and would recommend