3.5 star
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Crush
Hudson’s snark and banter make Crush more fun than book one, even if Jaxon’s controlling streak still drags it down.
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The Legend of Korra: The Mystery of Penquan Island
A light, filler story that’s nice for hardcore Korra fans, but lacks the depth or spark of the show.
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Crave
A wannabe-Twilight paranormal romance with all the tropes — sometimes fun, sometimes cringey, and definitely written for teens.
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Spectacular
A whimsical and romantic side story that adds a touch of sweetness for fans of Caraval, but doesn’t offer much beyond that.
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Rule of the Aurora King
This sequel ups the stakes with more court intrigue, but don’t expect surprises—it’s another familiar, trope-filled ride that stays comfortably in its lane.
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Superman – Matt de la Pena
Superman: Dawnbreaker by Matt de la Pena My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Although Superman is not one of my favourite superheroes, I did want to see how his origin…
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Once and Future – Amy Rose Capetta and Cori McCarthy
Once & Future by Amy Rose Capetta My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Once and Future is a science fiction retelling (or reimagining) of the King Arthur legend by Amy…
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Beneath a Meth Moon – Jacqueline Woodson
Beneath a Meth Moon by Jacqueline Woodson My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars Beneath a Meth Moon is Laurel’s story of addiction, loss, the horrors that life can show you…
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If I Was Your Girl – Meredith Russo
If I Was Your Girl by Meredith Russo My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars I struggled a lot with this book and how I felt about it. I chose if…
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The Lost Sisters – Holly Black
The Lost Sisters by Holly Black My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars This novella bridges the events of the Cruel Prince with the Wicked King. It is written from Judes’…
