Reviews
I cannot claim to be a writer without also being a reader. Here is a collection of reader reviews of the books I’ve binged. To stay even more up-to-date with what I’m currently reading, add me on Goodreads.
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“Written in the Stars” by Alexandria Bellefleur • Book Review
“Elle was hopeless when it came to Darcy. Hopeless in that there was no cure for how she felt.”
★★★ (3 / 5 stars) Written in the Stars is a sapphic romantic comedy set during the holidays with an astrology edge. I love the dichotomy between the two characters and think the story is cute overall, but I wasn’t a huge fan of the writing style (too drawn-out, in my opinion). Regardless, you might want to pick this up if you like fake-dating tropes, Thanksgiving family blowups, and believing in soul mates.
“My Favorite Half-Night Stand” by Christina Lauren • Book Review
“I thought about getting a cat today. That’s a solid step into the commitment zone.”
★★★★★ (5 / 5 stars) When I first read this book, it was an automatic five-star read. I was instantly obsessed with Millie and Reid and the way the story focused on more than just their relationship. Millie had a lot to deal with, and the authors dive headfirst into those issues and capture them so authentically.
I cannot recommend this book highly enough. It's "You've Got Mail" with a nerdy twist, and I loved everything about it.
“Attachments” by Rainbow Rowell • Book Review
“I didn't know love could leave the lights on all the time.”
★★★★★ (5 / 5 stars) The email cuteness of “You’ve Got Mail” meets the rooting-for-the-underdog romance of Jim and Pam in “The Office” to craft a supremely funny and real book that is a must-read for any rom-com fan out there.
I cannot wait to dive more into Rowell’s books and see what the rest of the hype is about. This will be a re-read for me, for sure, when I need a feel-good romance story. 10/10 would recommend.
“The Honey-Don’t List” by Christina Lauren • Book Review
“I want to make her life better by being the best thing in it.”
★★★ (3.5 / 5 stars) Enjoyed this one! Nothing too special that really swept me off my feet, but the arcs were cute.
A predictable rom-com that was sweet and entertaining. Definitely a feel-good book for those needing escapism, and I LOVED the narrators for the Audio edition.
“The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern • Book Review
“The circus arrives without warning. No announcements precede it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not.”
★★★★★ (5 / 5 stars) There was nothing about this book I didn't like. It was immersive, and I loved the writing—the way Morgenstern captured the most beautiful ambience with her words. Plus, I love stories with time jumps that make you wonder how it all comes together—how all the stars align for that specific ending.
This book was just so full. It made me feel so many emotions—the full spectrum. From wanting to sadness, to frustration, to love, to joy, to peace. I wish I could list highlights for you for this book, but even the highlights are too much to capture in a simple bullet point.
“Alex, Approximately” by Jenn Bennett • Book Review
“Sometimes you have to endure painful things to realize that you're a whole lot stronger than you think.”
★★★★ (3.8 / 5 stars) Overall, this was a really enjoyable story for me. There were things I really enjoyed about the story and the characters, and the author's writing style felt smooth. But there were still predictable plot points and some elements I wish had been different.
Keep reading if you don't mind spoilers and if you want to see all my thoughts on this Young Adult contemporary novel.
“Everything, Everything” by Nicola Yoon • Book Review
“We can have immortality or memory of touch. But we cannot have both.”
★★★ (3 / 5 stars) While the romance was sweet and several characters were realistic, I had hoped for more details and intricacies and definitely felt like the very ending left me hanging.