4 stars — This one was a little slower at times, and a little more angsty/drama-y than I normally go for. But the characters were really real, and so easy to feel all the emotions for. They each had such a unique story, and it was interesting to see how their tragedies/traumas made them match each […]
3.5 stars — It’s been awhile since I first read this series, and I think I forgot what I was getting into. I was looking forward to Gideon’s story, and it was definitely sweet…but it also fell a little flat. For me it was a good story that was missing something to turn it into […]
4.5 stars — This book was exactly what I was looking for in a Christmas novel!! It had characters that I connected with and felt for, fun moments, sad moments, wintery moments…it was nice after having some bad luck. Nicki was pretty easy for me to relate to — I loved her spunky happy personality, […]
I’m not very familiar with japanese mythology so this was pretty new to me. The title, cover art and blurb really pulled my attention in. The story was so rich and descriptive and filled with many traditions that were explained in great detail. The emotional bonds the characters develop so intense and serious yet playful […]
First off, can I say how much I loved the relationship between Lester and the River?! I really enjoyed the differences the generational gap brought to the table. The flashbacks gave me all the feels. Makes me wanna visit my grandma. Or maybe I’ll write her a letter! And the letters! OMG, they were so […]
3 stars — Well, I ended up disappointed. This one just didn’t follow any formula I know, and I ended up feeling like I was slogging through the reading. Part of that is that the writing style isn’t a good match for me…it felt a bit verbose, and that’s not to my personal taste. Which […]
4.5 stars — That’s it. I think I’m just going to listen to Mariana Zapata’s books from now on, particularly if they’re narrated by Callie Dalton. Dudes, that chick knows how to give good narration. Like she takes a book that I would have enjoyed reading on my own, and turns it into a favourite. […]
4.5 stars — OK, this is one of those books that would probably have been a 4 star book if I’d read it myself, but listening to Callie Dalton narrate it pretty much sent it out of the stratosphere! She was AMAZING as a narrator, definitely going to be put into my top faves. I […]
5 stars — Oh you guys. This one just got to my heart, and I loved it!! It’s been awhile since I read The Silent Waters, but I’m pretty sure this is my favourite Elements series read. I listened to this one on audiobook again, and I pretty much had the same feelings about the […]
4 stars — Dudes, we have another torn opinion!!! It seems like that’s all I can do lately. This one might have been exacerbated by interrupted vacation reading though…. I LOVE LOVE LOVED the first half of this book. Like 5 mega stars loved it. I know it won’t be for everyone, and at first […]