Nora Seed finds herself faced with this decision. Faced with the possibility of changing her life for a new one, following a different career, undoing old breakups, realizing her dreams of becoming a glaciologist; she must search within herself as she travels through the Midnight Library to decide what is truly fulfilling in life, and what makes it worth living in the first place. READ REVIEW
Her adventures into the multiverse exploring what would happened if she reversed the regrets in her life was a fun escape. I think we all play that mind game in our lives. If I did/didn't do X what would my life be like now? Sliding Glass moments, if you will.
The ending was endearing but the book left me unfulfilled. The whole thing felt done before. I was unimpressed by the generic self help messages that were peppered throughout. It was a good read but not a ride I would take again.
A Court of Thorns and Roses - This book hooked me! I'm a fan of romance and the way the book wove that into fantasy quenched my thirst. It was the perfect escape.
A Court of Mist and Fury - My favorite book of the series. The story took a turn in a direction that I didn't see coming. Speaking of coming, the sexual tension was fire.
A Court of Wings and Ruin - Lots of war. Stressful at times but the romance parts took the edge off.
A Court of Frost and Starlight - This book is the shortest and packs a punch for the development of the sister's relationship. I can't wait to read the next book.
A Court of Silver Flames - My second favorite book of the series. The sisters are terrible characters but provide a great contrast for the rest of the cast. I was disappointed on how Rhy's character shifted but it's whatever. Cassian's charcter development made up for it. Looking forward to a book about Azriel.
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room; Keiko is probably autistic. It’s never blatantly stated but the characteristics are there. I found it interesting to see the world from her perspective.
I appreciated Keiko’s practicality even thought it was jarring at times (ie, knife and baby throat.) Her attraction to the convenience store because of its continuity is relatable. I too am a creature of habit. At the convenience store she knows exactly what is going to happen and when. Routine is great.
Keiko’s relationship with Shiraha made me want to barf. Mostly because Shiraha reminds me so much of my brother. I’m glad she came to her senses soon enough.
The scene where she enters another convenience store and fixes their broken systems was *chef kiss.* As a former retail store manager, that has always been a day dream of mine. It was satisfying to read someone else live the dream.
I thought the ending was fantastic. I appreciate happy endings. All loose ends were tied up and I imagine her now, living happily ever after in a convenience store somewhere.