A compendium of the sub-280-character book reviews I post on Twitter. I rate books on a 1-5 emoji scale as follows –
5 – amazing, superbly written, made me feel feelings
4 – a great book, perhaps with some flaws
3 – an average read
2 – it was bad
1 – this should never have been published
Of course, knowing the limitations of the 1-5 system, I do my best to provide context for my ratings. I welcome reactions to these reviews, positive or negative, so feel free to sound off!
📘The Wrath and the Dawn duology by Renee Ahdieh @rahdieh
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 16, 2019
Rating: 🥀🥀🥀🥀
Beauty and the Beast + Arabian Nights + Aladdin = A fascinating YA fantasy and a solid romance!https://t.co/OlhDRiv420
📘A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J Mass (@SJMaas )
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 16, 2019
Rating: ☄️☄️☄️☄️☄️
A fresh take on the world of the fae packed with action, romance, and betrayal. One of my favorites of all time – highly highly recommend! https://t.co/LG5NpHsn9I
📘Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman (@neilhimself)
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 16, 2019
Rating: 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Absolutely smashing read about the unlikely friendship between an angel and a demon who team up to save the world from the Antichrist. https://t.co/qIvv9Pa44l
📘The False Prince by Jennifer A. Nielsen
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 17, 2019
Rating: 👑👑👑👑👑
I initially thought I could smell the ending from a mile away and was completely proven wrong, for which I am ecstatic. Could not put this one down!https://t.co/sd6rhexS9a
📘 The Runaway King by Jennifer Nielsen
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 24, 2019
Rating: 👑👑👑👑👑
Just as stunning as the first book. Action-packed, clever, and full of suspense and heroism. Excellent character development too – absolutely well worth a read! https://t.co/PLTqOgpsgc
📘To Best the Boys by Mary Weber
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 22, 2019
Rating: 🌿🌿🌿
A light fantasy/sci-fi read. The premise is interesting (think TMR+THG) and the message of women empowerment is delivered well, and with sensitivity. I do have some + https://t.co/tk3Tff5RXS
📘 The Song of Achilles by Madeleine Miller
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 28, 2019
Rating: 🛡️🛡️🛡️🛡️🛡️
As a fan of both Percy Jackson and historical fiction, I thought I was prepared for this book. I was not. Well-written, LGBT rep, compelling–it's astounding in every respect!https://t.co/JzNd1gAq6S
📘When Katie Met Cassidy by Camille Perri
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) August 3, 2019
Rating: 💋💋
I tried to like this book, I really did, but the story was such a flop. Bland characters, generic romcom plot, boring dialogue. I'm supremely disappointed & there's plenty of better f/f w less hype. https://t.co/E6nos1lhnE
📘The Crown's Game duology by @EvelynSkyeYA
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 16, 2019
Rating: 👑👑👑👑
Wonderful premise, highly entertaining action, vivid wordplay, and classic YA romance. Highly recommend! https://t.co/zRdcCMWPW1
📘Flame in the Mist duology by Renee Ahdieh (@rahdieh)
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 16, 2019
Rating: 🌸🌸🌸🌸
Mulan reimagined + magical realism in feudal Japan. Riveting from start to finish and an awesome love story! https://t.co/XWApBvbelq
📘Romanov by Nadine Brandes
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 17, 2019
Rating: ⚒️⚒️⚒️
An enjoyable historical fantasy read that reimagines the final days of the Romanov family with a little bit of magic. https://t.co/9UPVkP6pp1
📘 The Shadow Throne by Jennifer Nielsen
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 25, 2019
Rating: 👑👑👑👑
As much as it pains me to admit this, I almost wish this series had ended with the second book. This one's still fantastic, but it lacks the unpredictability that made the others so great.
https://t.co/S6xI7ue6AI
📘An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret Rogerson
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 26, 2019
Rating: 🍁🍁🍁🍁
I'm a sucker for Fae stories and this book is no exception. Romantic and superbly written, if a bit light. I know it's a stand-alone but I would love to see a sequel.https://t.co/6nPZtS2w0T
📘 Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 30, 2019
Rating: 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸
As far as rom coms go, you can't get better than this. It has banter, angst, fluff, character depth, plot, bi rep, social commentary, painfully sweet romance – what more would you need?https://t.co/NmhctDEvDc
📘 Deltora Quest by Emily Rodda
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) July 29, 2019
Rating: 💎💎💎💎💎
A lot of people aren't familiar with this children's fantasy, but it's incredibly underrated. It's clever, unique and full of adventure and magic. Highly recommend!https://t.co/P30TTz4Yqv
📘Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson
— puck's tbr is out of control ☄️💮 (@puckreads) August 4, 2019
Rating: 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
What can I say about this book that hasn't already been shouted from every book blogger's rooftop? Minor flaws aside, it's phenomenal, really.https://t.co/eLs5PZFG3K
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