A powerful and moving story of brotherhood, justice, community, identity and being Black and autistic in a society that prioritises white and neurotypA powerful and moving story of brotherhood, justice, community, identity and being Black and autistic in a society that prioritises white and neurotypical voices.
All the Noise at Once expertly explores topics such as ableism, social justice, racism and brotherhood through the eyes of Aiden, an autistic Black teen, whose strong voice is both endearing and memorable. This is a book that will make you angry, whilst simultaneously pulling at your heartstrings with moments of warmth. It’s nuanced, honest and beautifully compassionate and a book I will be happily recommending.
I had such high hopes for this and while it was enjoyable enough, it sadly didn’t reach my expectations. This very much felt like a vibe driven book aI had such high hopes for this and while it was enjoyable enough, it sadly didn’t reach my expectations. This very much felt like a vibe driven book and although the vibes were great and I liked the characters, overall it unfortunately just didn’t do enough for me to feel entirely invested. I think I just wanted more from the relationships and plot, especially when it came to the powers the siblings had. I have a feeling a lot of people will love this book and I can totally see its merit but unfortunately it was a middle ground read for me. Enjoyable enough but not particularly outstanding.
TW: discussion of parent with eating disorder...more
Equal parts funny, heart-aching and warm, this is another hit from Emily Austin. Emily writes flawed, damaged, genuine and messily characters in a wayEqual parts funny, heart-aching and warm, this is another hit from Emily Austin. Emily writes flawed, damaged, genuine and messily characters in a way I can’t get enough of. Her stories are poignant and so deeply human, whilst also being wonderfully peculiar. Interesting Facts About Space has well and truly solidified Emily Austin as an auto-buy author for me. I loved it.
rep: � autistic, lesbian, partially deaf mc with ptsd � non binary side character � depression (mc and side characters) � therapy (mc)...more
It seems I’ve been got once again by the single dad trope and I’m not made about it.
With its small town setting and slow burn, frenemies to lovers roIt seems I’ve been got once again by the single dad trope and I’m not made about it.
With its small town setting and slow burn, frenemies to lovers romance, as well as a fun twist on the single dad trope, Wild Love ticked all my boxes. The chemistry and banter between Ford and Rosie was everything. It was funny and sweet and warm but also just so much fun. I adored both of their characters and POV’s, as well as the side cast and their individual relationships. This was silly and sweet and definitely one of my favourite Elsie Silver books to date.
what to expect:
� small town � slow burn � childhood friends/frenemies to lovers � billionaire � brothers best friend � work place � forced proximity � single dad � he falls first / it’s always been you � grumpy x sunshine...more
This was utterly adorable and by far my favourite book in the series so far. I adored both Archer and Iris and Olive was an absolute sweetheart. This This was utterly adorable and by far my favourite book in the series so far. I adored both Archer and Iris and Olive was an absolute sweetheart. This was a warm and gooey delight and I loved every minute of it.
what to expect:
� pancakes � chef x nanny � single dad � accidental pregnancy � forced proximity � small town � found family � grumpy x sunshine...more
This has a rather different vibe from the first books in this series, focusing less on Anne and more on the stories of those around her. However, althThis has a rather different vibe from the first books in this series, focusing less on Anne and more on the stories of those around her. However, although though I admittedly missed Anne and her antics, it wasn’t lacking in the warmth, heart and whimsy I’ve come to adore from this series. ...more
this was fantastic and probably my favourite in the series yet and that ending?? that final sentence?? I need moreeeee now please.
also someone pleasethis was fantastic and probably my favourite in the series yet and that ending?? that final sentence?? I need moreeeee now please.
also someone please tell me why I keep going into books thinking it’s the finale only for it to end on a cliffhanger because there are more books coming? it’s killing me. :�) ...more
This was such a fantastic sequel and although there was so much going on all of the time. in a way that made mThe stress this book put me through!!!!
This was such a fantastic sequel and although there was so much going on all of the time. in a way that made my head hurt a little, I couldn’t bring myself to mind too much because it’s just so clever and brutal and addictive. I kind of want to reread it already because I know I’ll have missed bits but alas, Oathbound is calling my name. ...more
4.5* I Am Not Jessica Chen is a book for anyone who has ever wished to be someone else. It’s for those of us who struggle with comparison, pitting our4.5* I Am Not Jessica Chen is a book for anyone who has ever wished to be someone else. It’s for those of us who struggle with comparison, pitting ourselves against those around us and always falling short. It’s for everyone who has ever felt inadequate, inferior or simply not enough, no matter how hard they work. I Am Not Jessica Chen is a story for anyone who has struggled with a battle for perfection, chasing an ever shifting, changing and moving marker of what perfect is. I Am Not Jessica Chen is as tender and raw as it is heartwarming and hopeful. I have a feeling this book is going to make countless readers feel seen in such a powerful way and I think that’s pretty special....more
This book is for everyone who loves a quest narrative. It's heartwarming and adventure filled romp of a read with goblins, witches, faeries, nymphs anThis book is for everyone who loves a quest narrative. It's heartwarming and adventure filled romp of a read with goblins, witches, faeries, nymphs and a whole host of fantastical creatures.
If you've enjoyed the likes of Nettle and Bone and Til Dead Do Us Bard, I highly recommend this one!
what to expect:
- found family - quests - romance free - cozy(ish) - folklore...more
A brilliantly funny and wonderfully moving story of mental health, sisterhood and coming-of-age. I love Emily Austin’s writing so very very much.
TW: dA brilliantly funny and wonderfully moving story of mental health, sisterhood and coming-of-age. I love Emily Austin’s writing so very very much.
TW: discussions of suicide, sexual assault, addiction and homophobia ...more
Never before have I craved a croissant as much as I did whilst reading this book. Almond croissants were here there and everywhere and it’s a crime thNever before have I craved a croissant as much as I did whilst reading this book. Almond croissants were here there and everywhere and it’s a crime this book doesn’t come with a free sample.
I absolutely adored this ray of sunshine of a book. It was endearing, wholesome and just so incredibly heartwarming. I adored the cast of characters (the kids were the stars for me) and thought Millie and Finn’s relationship was gorgeously written (he buys her a kitchen aid and I just� is there anything more perfect?). I also thought the explorations of grief, mental health, toxic family dynamics and abusive relationships were really well done.
All in all, this was a really lovely reading experience and I’m already incredibly excited to read the next book in this series because I had such a good time with this.
what to expect:
� grumpy (but actually a cinnamon roll) x sunshine � workplace romance � stem � they cook for each other � he falls first � therapy rep (mmc) � single parent/guardian � slow burn � hate to friends to lovers � the cutest kids � croissants...more
When I say I adored this book, I mean I adored this book.
Eva Evergreen, Semi Magical Witch is a ray of sunshine in middle grade book form and made When I say I adored this book, I mean I adored this book.
Eva Evergreen, Semi Magical Witch is a ray of sunshine in middle grade book form and made my Kiki's Delivery Service loving heart very happy. It's a wholesome, magical and wonderful story of friendship, defying expectations, kindness and self belief. I loved every minute of it....more
Scarlett Vandermeer and Lukas Blomqvist have my heart. They were such beautifully developed characters and I adored both their story together and ScarScarlett Vandermeer and Lukas Blomqvist have my heart. They were such beautifully developed characters and I adored both their story together and Scarlett’s individual narrative. While the spice was admittedly a little too much for me at times, I honestly didn’t mind because the story was so unexpectedly sweet??? There was so much care and love in this book and it was just gorgeous.
what to expect:
� sports romance: diver x swimmer � college setting � her best friends ex (it’s not as bad as it sounds) � ptsd & mental health rep (fmc) � he falls hard...more
This book definitely had moments of being intriguing and creepy but sadly this didn’t do much for me. I wasn’t a fan of the multiple POV’s/tenses and This book definitely had moments of being intriguing and creepy but sadly this didn’t do much for me. I wasn’t a fan of the multiple POV’s/tenses and it overall just felt a little flat. It may be due to having high expectations after hearing so many glowing reviews but this was very much a middle ground, not good but not bad, three stars. ...more
Reading Reel was like watching the most beautiful classic old Hollywood movie. It’s smooth, sultry, stylish and utterly unforgettable.
There is so mucReading Reel was like watching the most beautiful classic old Hollywood movie. It’s smooth, sultry, stylish and utterly unforgettable.
There is so much about this book that is truly standout but for me, Neevah’s journey with chronic illness and the way Cannon stood by and supported her was something truly special.
Reel is a love story for the ages and one I will be recommending to anyone who will listen.
what to expect:
� chronic illness rep (lupus) fmc � black fmc and mmc � grumpy x sunshine � slow burn � big city romance � she’s an actress, he’s the producer � complex family histories...more
This was the most rom-com movie rom-com I’ve ever read and I loved every minute of it. This is truly a love letter to the romance genre in the best waThis was the most rom-com movie rom-com I’ve ever read and I loved every minute of it. This is truly a love letter to the romance genre in the best way. It’s tropey and fun, whilst also having depth and a cast of characters you can’t help but adore. I’m so excited to see what Erin Connor writes next!
what to expect:
� once night stand � bi, anti romance romance author fmc � cinnamon roll, hopeless romantic actor mmc � all the romance tropes � big city chicago setting � rom-com movie references � dual perspective
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