ClareR (6054 KP) rated The Colours of Death in Books
Apr 18, 2022
They’re a fantastic cast of characters, and they work well together )literally, in the case of the police team). It’s another angle on discrimination: instead of religion or skin colour, the Gifted are discriminated against because of their gifts - something they have no choice or control over.
This novel feels a little dystopian in places: when people go ‘missing’ if they lose control of their gifts, for example. And all Gifted are kept on a register where they’re regularly assessed. If they exceed a certain level, they’re removed from society for everyone else’s safety.
I really enjoyed this - the storyline was interesting, gripping, in fact, and exciting when it needed to be. The main character was flawed and very likeable, and the food constantly made me feel hungry!
I will be looking out for the next book in the series.
Lucifer's Triangle (The Trove Chronicles, #1)
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In a city where belief means everything, putting your faith in the wrong person can get you killed. ...
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Murder in Morningside Heights
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In the latest from the bestselling author of Murder on St. Nicholas Avenue, former police sergeant...
Murder at Blackwater Bend
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Wild-hearted Kentuckian Stella Kendrick cautiously navigates the strict demands of British high...
Blackout Trail
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When the world goes dark, a doctor embarks on a perilous journey. Doctor Anna Hastings is no...
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Blossom and the Beast (The Alder Tales #1)
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Blossom Frane is only weeks away from her transformation. On her eighteenth birthday, she’ll find...
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Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated His Game: The First Time in Books
Feb 5, 2024
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His Game: The First Time
By Tirzah M.M. Hawkins
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Trigger warning and crap content
Rachel's your average teenage girl, fresh out of high school, excited about the secret trip her boyfriend surprised her with. She's been waiting forever for him to pop the question.
However, John isn't your average teenage boy. And his idea of a fun trip is far from a proposal.
John's growing into his tastes. Tastes for things unmentionable in polite society. Read this coming-of-age story about how a violent artist got his start.
Each book in the His Game series is a standalone story and can be read in any order.
So I read His Game: The woods as an arc a while ago and I just needed to read this one too this is how John starts his game and it’s a pretty twisted tale. This is not for everyone it’s graphic and dark. It’s always hard to say I liked these kind of books but when they are well written and provoke a response that the author sets out to achieve then they are worth the read.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Ethosism: Self-Enslavement Abolitionist Manifesto
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In the global environment of trade and commerce, humankind appears to have given up its natural...
Income Inequality Sociology of Class Economic Conditions
This is James’ story - the slave in Huckleberry Finn. When he finds out that he’s going to be sold to another owner and separated from his wife and daughter, James decides to hide out on a nearby island until he can work out what to do. But things go wrong, he ends up heading towards the free states with Huck Finn, gets separated - and let’s face it, a lot happens.
This made me laugh, worry a lot for James’ safety - I was well and truly captivated by the story. I’m pretty sure this will have filled in a lot of James’ story that’s left out in the original. White society is menacing and dangerous for James, and he’s constantly looking over his shoulder. They’re not bothered that he’s an intelligent, educated man.
I absolutely loved this, and I’ll be happy if it wins the Booker Prize (I could say that about most of the long list, never mind the shortlist!).
James deserves its success.
ClareR (6054 KP) rated In the Lives of Puppets in Books
Jan 29, 2024
Even after discovering the truth of his origins, Victor still wants to save his father, Giovanni, and his friends want to help him and keep him safe. He is probably the last human alive. Robot society is very interesting, especially as they seem to want to mimic humans, even though they seem to be the ones responsible for their demise (although I think the humans were more than capable of destroying themselves).
Actually, I don’t want to say too much more, other than the fact that I loved reading this and I was sad to see it come to an end - it was perfect!