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mixed messages: 3.5/5
I probably would’ve liked this more if I actually finished reading attachments (i tried like 2 years ago and then got bored) but the parts with Beth and Lincoln were cute and seemed like such a relatable thing for people who are currently going through that mourning and grief from infertility. however Beth was really pmo because just take a pregnancy test! I get ur scared but girl just do it

the prince and the troll: 4/5
I initially wasn’t loving this story, I’m just not huge on fantasy and it wasn’t appealing towards me. but as I kept reading, I realized how beautifully written and complex it is because of all the hidden discussions of environmental degradation, class disparity, and probably even more that I couldn’t really grasp. very well written and meaningful

if the fates allow: 2.75/5
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winter songs for summer: 3.5/5
a slow and subtle story about learning to love again. wasn’t loving this one at the beginning but towards the end I was like woah. rainbow rowell’s writing is more implied and carries more meaning between the lines because of that, which I really found in this story

kindred spirits: 3/5 wholesome story but nothing really dramatic, just a glimpse of a memorable moment sort of thing

midnights: 4/5
bro needed to stop kissing other girls each time they looked interested. if he knew he liked mags, he should’ve stopped making out with other people in front of her 🫩 other than that, this story was cute