Book Reviews

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Purple Hearts: A Novel Cover
Rating: 3.8/5

Purple Hearts Review

Purple Hearts surprised me. Cassie and Luke’s relationship is messy, not sugar-coated. The military stuff feels real, and the music adds heart. It’s a romance, but with enough grit that you won’t gag on the sweetness.

It Ends with Us: A Novel (1) Cover
Rating: 4.5/5

It Ends with Us Review

Colleen Hoover grabs your heart, squeezes it, and then tosses it in a blender. You’ll laugh, cry, and maybe need a stiff drink after. Not a fairytale, but real, raw, and punchy. Worth every page.

Goosebumps 25th Anniversary Retro Set Cover
Rating: 3.9/5

Goosebumps Review

Reading Goosebumps again made me feel like a kid sneaking a flashlight under the covers. Sure, the plots can be cheesy, but the spooky fun and wild twists still make these books a cool pick for young readers.

Blood Meridian: Or the Evening Redness in the West Cover
Rating: 4.3/5

Blood Meridian Review

Cormac McCarthy's "Blood Meridian" is a gritty tale of violence in the Old West. It explores deep themes, with haunting prose, often making readers uneasy. It's a wild ride that stays with you long after reading.

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd cover
Rating: 3.8/5

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd Review

Agatha Christie delivers a rollercoaster of suspense in "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd." You'll gasp, laugh, and maybe even drop the book. Worth it, even if Poirot makes you feel like a clueless Watson.

Soulless (The Parasol Protectorate, 1) Cover
Rating: 4/5

Soulless Review

Gail Carriger's 'Soulless' delivers a witty, charming tale with steampunk and supernatural elements. Alexia Tarabotti's humor, set in Victorian England, offers a fresh, engaging adventure. A must-read for those who love quirky characters and imaginative worlds.

Fahrenheit 451 Cover
Rating: 4/5

Fahrenheit 451 Review

Fahrenheit 451 ignites deep thoughts with its fiery tale of censorship and conformity. Montag's rebellion sparks hope, but beware—it's not all smooth reading. A classic for those who enjoy dystopian drama sprinkled with sparks of humor.

Ready Player Two: A Novel Cover
Rating: 3.5/5

Ready Player Two Review

In Ready Player Two, Wade's adventures grow wilder. VR realms expand, but plot stumbles. Nostalgic references delight, yet pacing can frustrate. Despite flaws, worth a read for tech and pop culture fans.

A Series of Unfortunate Events Lemony Snicket 13 Books Collection Pack Set (Includes the Bad Beginning, the Reptile Room, the Wide Window, the Miserable Mill, the Austere Academy, the Grim Grotto, the Penultimate Peril, the End) Cover
Rating: 4/5

The Bad Beginning Review

Lemony Snicket crafts a whimsical tale in 'A Series of Unfortunate Events.' The Baudelaire orphans face humorous twists, but Count Olaf's antics are a smidge repetitive. Despite this, its charm and clever storytelling shine bright.

To Kill a Mockingbird cover
Rating: 4.5/5

To Kill a Mockingbird Review

Scout Finch charms with her innocence while navigating Maycomb's racial tension. Atticus shines as a moral compass, and the Southern Gothic vibe adds mystery. A must-read for powerful themes and memorable characters.