so-soThis YA Snow White retelling was a bit odd. The premise intrigued me, but I found the execution a somewhat lacking.
The complicated family relationships and allusions to various myths were nice, but the romantic sub-plot felt awkward and forced, and I found the lack of explanation or backstory for the main antagonist a bit frustrating.
Overall, this book was just okay, not one I'm likely to recommend.
pickI have heard a lot of chatter about this book in the last few months. Local indie bookstores never had a copy. I wasn‘t going to read the graphic novel adaptation first, but I couldn‘t resist. I wasn‘t prepared for how devastating, dark, and violent the story would be. I can only imagine what the actual book will be like. There is a small bit of hope in the end of the story. Themes: end stage capitalism, billionaires, climate change. 🌎🔥
Slasher summer continues.
#librarybook #summerslasher
pickI really loved this one. The magic system was really interesting and complex. I also enjoyed the character growth and all the twists and turns as the story unfolded. Navigating family responsibilities and personal relationships can be complicated, and the author did a great job depicting that. There are definite parallels to real-world issues and politics. I was pleased with the vibe at the end. And I love this cover art!
so-soThe plot was fun but the writing was a bit of a struggle sometimes.
My first finished book for #14books14weeks
My May #BookSpin that I finished in June
pickYou‘re Not Supposed To Die Tonight is a fast paced young adult thriller/horror story.
Camp Mirror Lake, is the site of a horror simulation game, where Charity plays the “final girl” in each evenings games, which is made complete with fake blood/gore and many scares. Charity and the rest of the crew, enjoy creating fear and terror for their guests.
Read more at: What Emm Reads
I'm still missing my friends after a weekend of fun. It's always hard to say good-bye, but there is always another visit to look forward to!
#haikuhive #haikuaday
pickThe Good: great writing, atmospheric setting, unsettling events that left me gritting my teeth, was left wondering what I'd just read
The Bad: was left wondering what I'd just read.
3 or so stars. More like 3.5? Yeah. 3.5 stars.
