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This book is an enjoyable yet informative look at the history of varying 18 year olds. Some of them I knew but there were a few I hadn't heard of and it was so interesting to learn about what led them to be who they were. Loxton covers a range of people from all walks of life. She makes them all feel human and brings their stories to life. I enjoyed that she showed the challenges and hardships that they all faced no matter what class they had been born into. It was so interesting to see the concept of age change over the years. Her writing style is engaging and I think this would be a great book for young people interested in history. 

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I struggled with this book. I did switch to the audio version which I found slightly easier to take in. There is some interesting information and it covers important topics. It explains well why sex work needs to be decriminalised. Unfortunately, I ended up DNF'ing at 38%. I found the tone extremely angry and bitter. It's also packed with internalised misogyny. I couldn't understand how she could look down on other sex workers and she has a huge issue with women working in minimum wage and retail jobs. She is hugely judgemental about any other women she works with or comes into contact with and makes out she is better at everything than all of them. It's quite disjointed and the writing jumps around a lot. 

I adore this series. The love between the families and friends is beautiful. It shows the ups and downs of friendships and relationships changing. They're such a fun girl gang. The way this book was a love letter to incredible dads made me tear up. The dedication to Lyla's dad at the end tipped me over the edge. Actually, that's a lie I definitely cried earlier at some of the Hank and Teddy scenes. Their relationship is just so beautiful.

This book was everything I hoped for and more. Gus & Teddy are the perfect enemies to lovers. Their acidic banter and love for riling each other up is hilarious. I loved that it was a slower burn of enemies to friends to lovers but they never lost the ability to wind each other up. The perfect level of sweet and spicy. It was fun to finally find out why they fight so much as well. I was also a huge fan of that last bar scene and how Gus accepts Teddy for who she is without it affecting his masculinity. 

I wanted to give both Teddy and Gus a massive hug for the pressure they put on themselves but it was so cute seeing them support and fight for each other. Gus taking care of Teddy was swoon worthy. 

Riley is obviously the star of the show. She's adorable and so freaking funny. 

I can't wait for Dusty & Cam's book but I'll be sad to say bye to Meadowlark.  

I received a copy of the ebook via NetGalley

This is a fun easy beach read. Both Kya and Quinn are lovable and I was rooting for them. The third act breakup isn't overly drawn out and makes sense for the relationship. There are also some great side characters that add to the fun. I'm not sure what but it felt like it was missing something. It is a cute queer romance though.

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I'm a huge fan of Aubrey Taylor and this book with Jessica Norton is no exception. It's beautifully written and flows so well. I cannot wait for more from this series. I was sucked in immediately and was ready to fight for Logan. My heart broke for everything she'd been put through. It's a book packed full of all the emotions. I love an enemies to lovers and while this is a fast burn there was still plenty of tension. 

Crew is a morally grey cowboy with serious touch her and you die vibes. He falls hard and seeing him take care of Logan and Ash made my heart melt. Logan is badass and fights letting someone take care of her. Watching her walls come down was so heartwarming. Ash was adorable and loved and protected by so many people. The ducks were too cute. I love a good found family and Bode is so freaking lovable. I can't wait for his story. 

I read this book in one sitting because i could not put it down. The tension throughout the book had me hooked all the way to the explosive ending. There are so many fantastic characters and I look forward to more from this series. 

This is a fun romcom that is a nice easy read. I loved seeing the different personalities of various pupils. I also liked that we got to catch up with Mia and Ed from Sex Ed. There are some great side characters. Jack's nephews are adorable and Zoe's kids are pretty great. Zoe's ex was trash though.

I did find the relationship seemed pretty quick after the breakup and the whole thing felt pretty instalove which isn't my favourite. The 3rd act breakup added some drama and then suddenly the book was over. The ending felt rushed and I wanted more from them and how they overcame the issues. It felt like something was missing. 

I received a copy of the ebook via NetGalley

I love a sapphic sports romance. The basketball element was done really well. There's enough information that you're not lost if you don't know anything about the sport but not too much that it takes over. I adored the team and the sisterhood. I'm so glad this is the start of a series because there are so many lovable women on the team and I can't wait to see their stories. 

The chemistry between Khadijah and Shae was sizzling. The flirting and tension were done perfectly along with the balance of sweet and spicy. They were pretty damn cute together. The book starts with pretty instant spice. Then we get to see them try and resist their attraction while at work which builds the tension beautifully. 

I did struggle a bit with Dijah and her list. She didn't seem to fully understand that compromise is a two way thing. Some of her actions were frustrating. However I love Shae, she seemed like such a great person. Both of their families were pretty lovable as well. The conflict worked well with the story and both of their personalities, and added to their relationship. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more from Meka James.

I received a copy of the ebook via NetGalley