Book Reviews

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The Adventures of Pippi Longstocking Cover
Rating: 4/5

Pippi Longstocking Review

Pippi Longstocking is a hilarious and heartwarming tale. Pippi is an independent girl with wild imaginations and fun adventures. The humor and spirit make it a must-read!

A Dance with Dragons: A Song of Ice and Fire: Book Five Cover
Rating: 4.5/5

A Dance with Dragons Review

Martin's characters evolve dramatically, making readers love and hate them. His plot twists pack more surprises than granny's purse packs snacks! World-building immerses, although the book’s length sometimes drags.

The Glass Castle cover
Rating: 4.3/5

The Glass Castle Review

The Glass Castle is a roller coaster of Walls family dynamics, wild childhood, and resilience. Eccentric parenting shapes kids' survival skills. A gripping read, both heartwarming and heartbreaking.

Great Expectations (Wordsworth Classics) Cover
Rating: 4.3/5

Great Expectations Review

Dickens' Great Expectations is a classic with unforgettable characters and thrilling twists. Pip’s journey through social class reveals human nature. The book can get verbose, but it’s worth every page.

Crossed, Vol. 1 Cover
Rating: 3.8/5

Crossed Review

Crossed comic is a gruesome, gripping ride. The plot is intense, characters are well-crafted, and the artwork is vivid. Beware the graphic content – it isn't for the faint-hearted!

Slaughterhouse-Five: A Novel (Modern Library 100 Best Novels) Cover
Rating: 4.5/5

Slaughterhouse-Five Review

Vonnegut masterfully blends humor and horror in 'Slaughterhouse Five'. Billy Pilgrim’s time-traveling escapades expose war's absurdity and question free will. A quirky ride, but some may find the chaos overwhelming. A must-read for its wit and insight.

Dark Matter: A Novel Cover
Rating: 4/5

Dark Matter Review

Blake Crouch’s 'Dark Matter' is a thrilling ride through parallel universes, filled with twists and emotional depth. A great read, though some science bits can feel overwhelming.

Red, White & Royal Blue: A Novel Cover
Rating: 3.6/5

Red, White & Royal Blue Review

Red, White & Royal Blue offers a charming love story mixed with political intrigue. The characters grow well, though the dialogue can feel forced. Overall, it’s a fun and engaging read.