After reading The Favorite Girl, I had high hopes for this book. It sadly fell flat with repetitive antics, themes, and nonsensical twists. Demi "escapes" to a resort that is run by Ian's brother and she eventually realizes that she didn't better her life by leaving after all.

Another great novel by Kristin Hannah. The Women is a novel set during the Vietnam War and a young woman,Frankie, who enlists as a nurse, and following her journey during and after the war. I couldn’t put this book down, but it was a very emotional read.

I like the main characters. I also like how their roles match their abilities and seem realistic.

I will say, I went into this book looking forward to it. As the story went on, though, I proceeded to get more bored and bored of it. I honestly thought of giving it 1 star, but I did like the premise enough that I still think it constitutes 2. If you enjoy a cozy mystery with older busy bodies as the detectives, this might be for you. However, I did not find these detectives as charming as previous reads. I do not think I will personally be continuing with the series.

From the days of royalty and piracy a Lady Rhea Clair is kidnapped and put on a ship on the way to the colonies. Dante Leighton, a marquis who wasted his inheritance, now sails the seas. The story is about the battle of wills and events causing them to love each other and deny each other until their hearts win out.

I’ve read a lot of vampire books in my life so far, and this one has interesting takes on immortality that I appreciated. I do wish the ending was a tad more fulfilling since we spent a lengthy amount of time with each character. Overall, I would recommend this sapphic vampire novel (that spans 500 years and Schwab loves a good historical setting).

I started this book on a recommendation made by my friends. Was not at all what I expected because I don't usually read dystopian fantasy. Was such a weird trope (everyone is chosen but you) instead of the normal (you're the chosen one). Don't hate but I think it's an acquired taste. Might continue onto the next book

5 stars (if I could give it more, I would) This book truly helps me understand why people wish they could read a book for the the first time again. I read this back in 2021-ish and was moved by this story; and still am to this day. But in 2024 I feel like I really dissect this book. The sweet writing of Madeline Miller, every word not wasted and every line like honey. This book is a perfect summer read as well for it’s beautiful scene descriptions: both in safety and peril. The way this book tugs at your heart; the love between Patroclus and Achilles is such a beautiful story of love, friendship and oaths to those you stay loyal to.

At first I was all, 'Post-apocalyptic religious cult found footage diary??? Let's gooooooo,' but this book works better in theory than in practice. Also, TW: Cat death. ):

This is the story of a family, the theatre, and their private and public personas. The family foundation is there even at the worst of times. Those you work with and trust can help you or hurt you out of jealousy. Picking up pieces and finding out what you really want is what sets the stage as you write the acts.