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Mixed feelings on Percy Jackson – The Lightning Thief, but I can see why people love it. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. The ending resolves fast compared to how much it builds up. Overall, I’d recommend it to the right reader.

I went into The Hunger Games – Mockingjay with pretty normal expectations and it surprised me. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. The middle drags and repeats the same tension a bit too long. If you’re on the fence, try a sample — you’ll know quickly.

A Day of Fallen Night has a strong core idea — the execution mostly works. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. I’d still read more from this author even with the flaws.

⚠️ Spoilers: minor plot detail mentioned below. The Priory of the Orange Tree has a strong core idea — the execution mostly works. A couple of sections could have been trimmed without losing anything. There’s a specific turning point late in the book that changes the tone hard — that moment will make or break it for you. Overall, I’d recommend it to the right reader.

I went into Twilight – Eclipse with pretty normal expectations and it surprised me. The middle drags and repeats the same tension a bit too long. There are a few scenes that genuinely hit emotionally. Overall, I’d recommend it to the right reader.

The House of Many Ways is the kind of book that hooks you early if you like its vibe. Characters feel distinct, and the dialogue reads naturally. The middle drags and repeats the same tension a bit too long. Not perfect, but it did enough to keep me turning pages.

⚠️ Spoilers: minor plot detail mentioned below. Finding Billy has a strong core idea — the execution mostly works. Characters feel distinct, and the dialogue reads naturally. There’s a specific turning point late in the book that changes the tone hard — that moment will make or break it for you. I’d still read more from this author even with the flaws.