"To look up at the nighttime sky is to become a part of a long line of people throughout human history who looked above at that same set of stars.
"To look up at the nighttime sky is to become a part of a long line of people throughout human history who looked above at that same set of stars. It is to witness time unfolding."
TJR is a master at unfolding every character in a delicate yet relatable fashion. You can't help but to root for Joan to succeed and the romance to blossom slowly while still being frustrated at the characters' flaws and missteps. The pacing was fairly quick, keeping me hooked, though I do wish the ending was more fleshed out or perhaps having an epilogue. TJR loves a dual timeline that's 99% about the past, which I can't complain about. I hate when the chapters always alternate, so she tows that line carefully her to keep the reader's interest. Loved it!...more
OH MY GODDD so so good. All the worlds colliding and explosively, to say the least. My only gripe was that I felt the ending wrapped everything up verOH MY GODDD so so good. All the worlds colliding and explosively, to say the least. My only gripe was that I felt the ending wrapped everything up very quickly and almost too neatly, so I didn't feel like every conclusion was as rewarding. But still, wow....more
Yet another banger from Gwynne! I was nervous to see how this would live up to the stellar first book, but the stakes are only amplified and the worldYet another banger from Gwynne! I was nervous to see how this would live up to the stellar first book, but the stakes are only amplified and the world is fleshed out further. I'm still ride or die for Elvar and Orka, and Varg's personal growth has only grabbed my attention more. Can't wait to see how it plays out in the finale......more
Carley Fortune always puts some magical, summery sauce in her books. Literally giggling and kicking my feet on the beach as I breeze through this and Carley Fortune always puts some magical, summery sauce in her books. Literally giggling and kicking my feet on the beach as I breeze through this and all I can say is OH MY GODD. Finally, some (say it with me) #Justice4Charlie. Speaking of Every Summer After, this was a close, if not better, contender. I saw so much of myself in Alice and watching her confidence blossom was so so inspiring. Her and Charlie complimented each other perfectly imperfectly and I guarantee you, your cheeks will be sore from smiling ear to ear as you unravel their story....more
I can't even lie, this was peak fiction. 600 delirious pages and that extra chapter at the end had me rollingggg at 5am when I finished this. Read if I can't even lie, this was peak fiction. 600 delirious pages and that extra chapter at the end had me rollingggg at 5am when I finished this. Read if you want to feel something I guess?...more
ICONIC! A pleasant surprise of character driven plotlines that had me very emotionally invested. The incorporation of the fantastical elements of the ICONIC! A pleasant surprise of character driven plotlines that had me very emotionally invested. The incorporation of the fantastical elements of the world reminded me of the Witcher, which I also loved. Can't wait to finish book two....more
Robert Dugoni deserves ALL the flowers for this. Somehow, Beyond Reasonable Doubt perfectly tows the line between unfolding a mystery and the tense, cRobert Dugoni deserves ALL the flowers for this. Somehow, Beyond Reasonable Doubt perfectly tows the line between unfolding a mystery and the tense, chaotic realm of trial. Keera once again is an absolute baddie that's always one step ahead, and I enjoyed seeing her operate mostly separate from her father in comparison to the first book, yet still witnessing how this case propels their relationship dynamic between the lines. Jenna also seemed like a "risky" choice as a client to follow due to how unlikeable she is (Elizabeth Holmes is that you) but how Keera ultimately breaks through Jenna's facade and domineers her defense is highly satisfying for the reader towards both parties. Can't wait for book three!!!...more
That lowkey wrapped up faster than I expected but I'm curious as to how the characters will deal with the new threat. Also I'm surprised that Quinn isThat lowkey wrapped up faster than I expected but I'm curious as to how the characters will deal with the new threat. Also I'm surprised that Quinn is really growing on me??...more
SO SATISFYING. Still enjoyed how ominous the ending was since we're looking for some final resolution. SO SATISFYING. Still enjoyed how ominous the ending was since we're looking for some final resolution. ...more
This series is so addicting. Book 2 is surprisingly interesting though I didn't have much emotional attachment to the characters, which made certain hThis series is so addicting. Book 2 is surprisingly interesting though I didn't have much emotional attachment to the characters, which made certain heavier sequences fall flat for me in comparison to the first book....more
The male audiobook narrator absolutely DEVOURED! Actually made me laugh out loud in public. And of course, shoutout to Tyler because he's such a real The male audiobook narrator absolutely DEVOURED! Actually made me laugh out loud in public. And of course, shoutout to Tyler because he's such a real one and 10/10 friend....more
HILO THE MAN THAT YOU ARE!!! Stepping back into this world with more lighthearted stories AFTER the emotional rollercoaster of the main trilogy was suHILO THE MAN THAT YOU ARE!!! Stepping back into this world with more lighthearted stories AFTER the emotional rollercoaster of the main trilogy was such a treat. Wen and Hilo’s love story was my favorite but Lan and Anden’s story was a sweet close second. ...more
AND SHE STICKS THE LANDING !!! Everything came full circle in this extensive ending to one of the best urban fantasies of all time. I cried. . . a lotAND SHE STICKS THE LANDING !!! Everything came full circle in this extensive ending to one of the best urban fantasies of all time. I cried. . . a lot. . . yet I'm just left with awe and satisfaction at such a powerful conclusion. What I’d give to experience reading this for the first time again....more
Had such high hopes for this but the execution fell flat. Lots of telling, not showing, and a very rushed conclusion that didn’t feel satisfying. But Had such high hopes for this but the execution fell flat. Lots of telling, not showing, and a very rushed conclusion that didn’t feel satisfying. But I loved Annie’s character arc and her growth over the story along with the rich setting of Egypt. ...more