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The Last Days is a sequel to 'Peeps', set in a world where vampirism is a parasite passed through sexual contact and is tied into past plagues. The story revolves around a band formed by Moz and Pearl, aiming to become famous amidst the chaos of a spreading infection. The plot unfolds through the perspectives of the five band members, each chapter named after a band, as they battle underground evil in New York City. The writing style is fast-paced, intense, and dark, with a unique take on the vampire ethos and a focus on music as a lure for supernatural beings.
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Save:"Elatsoe" by Darcie Little Badger is a fantasy novel set in an alternate USA where supernatural elements are accepted. The story follows Elatsoe, a Lipan Apache girl who can see and summon ghosts, continuing her family's tradition. When her cousin is murdered, Elatsoe sets out to uncover the truth with the help of her family, friends, and her ghost dog. The book blends urban fantasy with Lipan Apache myth, creating a rich and vibrant standalone fantasy with elements of mystery and magic. The writing style is described as easy to fall into, with a snappy plot that touches on themes of grief and compassion.
ELLIE BOUGHT THE LIFE-SIZED plastic skull at a garage sale (the goth neighbors were moving to Salem, and they could not fit an entire Halloween warehouse into their black van). After bringing the purc... - #2
Save:'Daisy Jones & The Six' by Taylor Jenkins Reid is a novel written in an interview format that tells the story of a 70s rock band, reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac. The book delves into the lives of the band members, their rise to fame, struggles with addiction, complex relationships, and the dynamics within the group. The writing style, portrayed through interview transcripts, provides a unique and engaging narrative that captures the essence of the rock 'n' roll era.
Daisy Jones was born in 1951 and grew up in the Hollywood Hills of Los Angeles, California. The daughter of Frank Jones, the well-known British painter, and Jeanne LeFevre, a French model, Daisy start... - #3
Save:Ready Player One is a futuristic novel set in 2044 where humanity escapes the grim reality by immersing themselves in the virtual universe of OASIS. The story follows Wade Watts, a poor kid from Oklahoma, as he embarks on a quest to solve a series of challenges and riddles within the game to inherit the fortune left by the creator of OASIS. Filled with 1980s pop culture references, gaming elements, and a fast-paced plot, the book explores themes of nostalgia, virtual reality, and the value of human connections in a technology-driven world.
The writing style of Ready Player One is described as engaging, enjoyable, and straightforward. The author, Ernest Cline, is praised for his ability to create a conceivable future world without overly complicating the technology involved. The book is noted for its nostalgic tone, well-developed characters, and its cinematic quality that makes it a page-turner for readers of all backgrounds.
Gunfire wasn’t uncommon in the stacks, but it still shook me up. I knew I probably wouldn’t be able to fall back asleep, so I decided to kill the remaining hours until dawn by brushing up on a few coi...
