Riri Jane
Contains spoilers
I enjoyed this book!
I really thought that Randy was Slug because of the Ant Farm. I was frustrated at the main character because she couldn't put two and two together. That Bonnie dated a doctor, he used a burner phone and that Tom is a doctor, used a burner phone, gave a wrong last name and wrong place of work. The pacing was fast and the twist at the end got me. I never would have guessed that Gretchen was Daisy!
It is about Molly and Andrew who goes on the same flight every year to go back home and visit their family for Christmas. On their last flight, they figured out that they like each other ever since.
It was ok. I didn't really care that much about the characters. It was an easy, cosy read for Christmas.
I absolutely loved this book! I read it so fast because it was impossible to put down. From the very beginning, the story pulls you in and keeps the tension high the entire time. The main character, Eddie, is kidnapped just as he's about to make a bad decision. When he wakes up, he finds himself trapped in a strange town with several other people. None of them know why they're there or how they're connected. As the story unfolds, people start getting killed one by one, and the mystery of who the murderer is keeps you guessing nonstop. The suspense is intense, the pacing is perfect, and the twists genuinely surprised me. If you enjoy dark, suspenseful thrillers that keep you on edge, I highly recommend this book!
This one is on me. I expected a christmas thriller and I was totally wrong. I should have searched the genres first which is actually a dark romance. I enjoyed half of the book, where as the MMC was stalking the FMC but then it was just smutt. The first half is a very light version of the TV series “You” but the MMC knows he is stalking the girl and he is aware that he is in the wrong and feeling guilty. And the other half is a very light version of “Fifty Shades of Grey”.
Voilà, j'ai enfin pu mettre la main sur ce livre. C'est un roman policier raconté du point de vue d'une petite fille, qui nous explique les choses très simplement. C'est un ton très différent de ce à quoi l'auteur nous a habitués, et c'est justement ce qui le rend aussi rafraîchissant. Entre l'enquête, l'intrigue et la curiosité des enfants, on se laisse rapidement entraîner dans l'histoire. On tourne les pages sans se rendre compte ! Aussi, les enfants sont très attachants ! Ils sont spontané et constamment en train de questionner le monde qui les entoure. C'est un livre a partagé avec sa famille !
I love ZA, Solaria, the characters but why was this book so long ? There were an amount of meaningless chapters that weren't relevant to the plot. It did give a deeper insight into the characters though. But unfortunately the pacing went downhill. What kept me going was the relationship between Tory and Darius! Oh boy oh boy, I knew what I was signing up for : tragedy, heartbreak and chaos. There were times I genuinely wanted to throw my kindle. I questioned their intelligence more than once, and honestly ? Some consequences they absolutely brought on themselves. But I'm committed now, I'm in too deep and I will keep reading until the twins claim their throne.
It's the kind of book that make you wonder “What if I did the same?”. The characters feel like friends and their journeys are filled with laughter and tears. It reminded me how beautiful it is to reinvent yourself, no matter your age. - Marie leaves her awful husband on his 40th birthday as a “surprise gift” and boards a cruise where couples are neither invited nor encouraged. Her plan? Travel the world solo and take time to reflect. But fate has other ideas: she meets Camille, a spontaneous twenty-something, and Anne, a wise soul in her sixties. The three become inseparable. And somewhere between self-discovery and freedom, Marie even finds unexpected love with the charming Loïc.
After going through a reading slump, this did it! I love Geraldine's confidence, her loyalty to the twins and her dedication to celebrate their birthday (also in general her dedication for everything including the twins). Darius and the boys tried to do a surprise party with lame party decorations and made a plain home baked cake. Ger stopped them but instead invited them to her party. She prepared for months, replicating the Palace of Souls (the twins' palace) and even had dresses prepared for her friends. Darius gave the twins a matching bracelet with their elements but Tory's bracelet had an additional charm which was a rose quartz indicating that she is his. The heirs, the twins and Ger watched the fireworks like they had no problems in the world. It was wholesome. Ger's fish references are so funny, I learned some new species that live under the sea. I couldn't stop laughing. I really enjoyed this book.
2.75 ⭐
This book was just okay for me. The beginning felt slow, with Katniss struggling to figure out her place after winning the Hunger Games. She's torn between running away from Panem or staying to support the growing rebellion.
This year marks the Quarter Quell — a special Hunger Games held every 25 years — and for the 75th, the twist is brutal: all the tributes are past victors. Haymitch and the new Head Gamemaker, Plutarch Heavensbee, secretly devise a plan to break the victors out of the arena. The goal was for Beetee to destroy the arena's force field, allowing Katniss and their allies (Finnick, Johanna, Beetee, and Peeta) to escape. Katniss and Peeta weren't told the full plan to protect them if things went wrong.
In the end, Katniss and Finnick are rescued by a hovercraft sent by Plutarch and Haymitch — but Peeta is captured by the Capitol.
Honestly, I didn't feel much excitement while reading. The plot had its moments, but overall it didn't hook me the way I hoped. Fingers crossed the third book delivers more intensity and emotion.
I had watched the movies before, but I never read the books — and I barely remembered the films, other than knowing I absolutely loved them. Now, after finally reading The Hunger Games, I can confidently say I love the story even more.
The pacing was perfect. I never felt bored — I was constantly pulled forward, always eager to see what would happen next. The plot was gripping, emotional, and full of tension.
Katniss really stood out to me as a powerful protagonist. She didn't volunteer for the Hunger Games for fame or glory — she did it to protect her sister, Prim. That single act of love said so much about who she is. She wasn't there to play the Capitol's game, and throughout the story, she constantly reminded herself — and us — that the other tributes were human beings too. Her defiance, her strength, and her empathy made her the spark of something greater: a rebellion.
The moment that affected me the most was Rue's death. It was heartbreaking. Katniss's decision to sing to her, and then surround her with flowers, was one of the most beautiful acts of humanity in a brutal and dehumanizing game. And later, when she and Peeta were ready to eat the poison berries together — risking their own lives just to keep the Capitol from winning — that moment gave me chills.
What struck me deeply was how cruel the Capitol really is. These games aren't just entertainment — they're a twisted way of controlling the districts, of reminding them who holds the power. People betting on tributes, rich kids being trained to kill, and the poor left to improvise with nothing... it's horrifying. It made me think: this is no world for a child. I couldn't imagine bringing someone into that world, only to one day send them into that arena.
The Hunger Games is more than a dystopian story — it's a powerful commentary on inequality, power, and survival. It's haunting, emotional, and unforgettable. For me, it's a modern classic. I'd absolutely reread it again.
2.75 ⭐
The concept of Fahrenheit 451 has always fascinated me—firemen who burn books instead of saving people from fires? That twist alone makes it worth picking up. I remember being intrigued by it back in high school, even though I didn't have much of a choice at the time. I figured a reread would give me a deeper appreciation for it.
The first half held up well. I was drawn in again by the mysterious, free-spirited girl who challenges the protagonist's thinking and stands apart from the screen-obsessed, numbed society around her. That part still felt fresh and unsettling in a good way.
Also, I couldn't help but notice the lack of representation—especially of women authors or thinkers. In a book that's supposedly celebrating the importance of literature and ideas, that felt like a weird and disappointing blind spot.
Overall, I still think the book has a brilliant premise, but the execution didn't quite live up to it the second time around.
2.75 ⭐
I really struggled to rate this book. The concept was genuinely intriguing—a world where death has been conquered and an elite group is tasked with population control. But despite that, I found myself bored most of the time. The pacing dragged, and even though there were high-stakes ideas, they didn't always translate into engaging storytelling.
What stood out most was the exploration of corruption, power, and morality. The Scythedom is meant to be impartial and noble, but just like in the real world, even the most sacred institutions can rot from within. I appreciated how characters like Scythe Faraday and Curie clung to their moral code, and how Citra and Rowan were forced to confront the darker sides of the system.
That said, I couldn't stop questioning the logic of the worldbuilding. In a universe governed by a super-intelligent AI (the Thunderhead) that solved all major human issues... how did it overlook overpopulation? The entire premise of gleaning hinges on this flaw, and while it drives the plot, it also feels like a massive oversight.
Another thought that lingered: without natural death, life itself loses a kind of urgency. There's no fear of loss, no drive to survive, no personal ambition in the traditional sense. If the Thunderhead provides everything, what's left to strive for? Without struggle, is there meaning?
Even though the book dragged for me, I still rooted for Citra and Rowan. Their journey toward becoming just and honorable Scythes kept me reading, even if I wasn't always emotionally invested. I think the novel had big ideas—it just didn't always know how to carry their weight.
Even though the plot was predictable, it kept me on my toes.
I didn't really connect with characters. Millie could have been developed a little more. I understand that she needed a place to stay and money to keep herself fed, but I'm pretty sure she could have found a different family to work for. Also, she might as well have had a tattoo on her forehead that said “Asking for trouble”. All the red flags were there, yet despite here desperation, she continued working for them and even had an affair with the husband. Andrew was too sweet to be true. He acted too calm for someone living with a partner that has mental health issues.
Anyway it was a short and easy read, great as a palate cleanser.
4.5 ⭐
Although it took me some time to get into, this book surpasses the first. The opening quarter felt a bit slow and repetitive due to Evangeline's impulsive decision-making, but once the story gained momentum, I was completely hooked.
You follow Evangeline and Jacks on a magical yet frustrating journey to collect the four stones needed to open the arch. The tension between them is palpable, intensified by the magic clouding their judgment. At times, I wanted to scream, laugh, and pull my hair out—it was an emotional rollercoaster from start to finish.
The ending took me by surprise, and I can't wait to dive into the next book. I need to know how Evangeline finds her way back to Jacks!
The dynamic relationship between Darcy and Lance is full of excitement, with Darcy bringing out the best in Lance. On the other hand, the slow-burn tension between Tory and Darius is utterly frustrating. I can't wait to see how they'll overcome being star-crossed.
The moment when the Heirs spent Christmas with the Twins was pure and wholesome, as they played in the snow like carefree children, completely forgetting their responsibilities. But the ending... it's heartbreaking. I can't wait to dive into the next book because I need to know what happens next !!!
