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Priest by Sierra Simone
it was okay. in fairness for the plot and writing. the portrayal of human flaws and nature was the center of this whole sex-saturating lit. i think Sierra made a good job in showcasing the reality of temptation and lust, and the fragility of resisting it, even for priests. i know that this is not just fiction but inspired by real people, real stories; by our own experiences. i think she highlighted it pretty well via Father Bell's perspective and inner dialogues. we all have deep secrets and wild fantasies, and i think Poppy and Tyler's story encouraged me to explore and embrace mine. funny that of all the self-help books i've read this year, i would find a last moment profound realization from within myself in a smut lol. i also appreciate that she gave justice to their off start. however, i couldn't vote for the blasphemy in this that was so great and scattered especially when Tyler justifies his sexual fantasies using catholic and Godly references. i'm a bit worried how this will effect biblical dissemination. that's why i also couldn't enjoy this fully even for the raunchy scenes ;-)
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
it was okay. in fairness for the plot and writing. the portrayal of human flaws and nature was the center of this whole sex-saturating lit. i think Sierra made a good job in showcasing the reality of temptation and lust, and the fragility of resisting it, even for priests. i know that this is not just fiction but inspired by real people, real stories; by our own experiences. i think she highlighted it pretty well via Father Bell's perspective and inner dialogues. we all have deep secrets and wild fantasies, and i think Poppy and Tyler's story encouraged me to explore and embrace mine. funny that of all the self-help books i've read this year, i would find a last moment profound realization from within myself in a smut lol. i also appreciate that she gave justice to their off start. however, i couldn't vote for the blasphemy in this that was so great and scattered especially when Tyler justifies his sexual fantasies using catholic and Godly references. i'm a bit worried how this will effect biblical dissemination. that's why i also couldn't enjoy this fully even for the raunchy scenes ;-)
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse by Charlie Mackesy
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
4.75
bbc radio never disappoints when it comes to audiobook adaptations!
The Uncommon Reader by Alan Bennett
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.75