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How It Unfolds by James S.A. Corey
adventurous
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
I wanted to try something small by this author before I jumped into the big books, and I'm glad I did.
This was a clever, interesting story with science elements that I was starting to get near the end. Getting to see different versions or glimpses of the characters was also really neat. Though I guessed the ending of sorts, the journey was still a blast to explore.
This was a clever, interesting story with science elements that I was starting to get near the end. Getting to see different versions or glimpses of the characters was also really neat. Though I guessed the ending of sorts, the journey was still a blast to explore.
When Angels Speak of Love by bell hooks
reflective
fast-paced
First time in a while where I haven't rated a book, but, I think...no, I know I chose the wrong collection of poems this go around. Poems focused solely on love end up feeling really repetitive when its the same style, author, format, etc.
Home Body by Rupi Kaur
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
This both hurt and healed my heart. Rupi Kaur's poetry has and continues to be profound, raw, and an extraordinary balm to my soul. Her words make my scars feel a little less painful, and I'm forever thankful that she shares her art with the world.
Jawbone by Mónica Ojeda
challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
5 stars! This was completely fucked. Jawbone is a non-linear weird girl horror lit that was as haunting as it was captivating. It's told in broken bits of therapy appointments, conversations between the two BFFs, and from multiple POVs - none who are reliable in any way due to trauma, mental health, and dysfunctional, toxic relationships.
This book wormed its way under my skin and oozed into parts of my brain I wish I could wring it from. There are parts that I hated with every fiber of my being, and yet, with the prose the way it was, and the characters as damaged as they were, and with the horrifying imagery, I was hooked.
I ended up listening to this because the stylistic choices in the writing, which worked perfectly for this, was too hard for my brain to process when it went pages and pages without a paragraph break. I wish I had kept my physical copy cause there are so many parts I want to highlight and annotate. Definitely going to repurchase a copy and maybe I'll end 2025 like I began it.
Reading this completely fucked story.
Trigger and content warnings
Toxic friendship, Kidnapping, Body horror,Child death, Sexual content, Lesbophobia, Animal death, Rape, Alcohol
This book wormed its way under my skin and oozed into parts of my brain I wish I could wring it from. There are parts that I hated with every fiber of my being, and yet, with the prose the way it was, and the characters as damaged as they were, and with the horrifying imagery, I was hooked.
I ended up listening to this because the stylistic choices in the writing, which worked perfectly for this, was too hard for my brain to process when it went pages and pages without a paragraph break. I wish I had kept my physical copy cause there are so many parts I want to highlight and annotate. Definitely going to repurchase a copy and maybe I'll end 2025 like I began it.
Reading this completely fucked story.
Trigger and content warnings
Toxic friendship, Kidnapping, Body horror,Child death, Sexual content, Lesbophobia, Animal death, Rape, Alcohol
Ghost Radio by Leopoldo Gout
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Dude!! I get that this isn't going to be for everyone, but I fucking loved it! Especially that ending, oh buddy. It ended up going the way I thought it would, and still don't know what's what, which I love even more.
The nonlinear aspect of this book was one of my favorites. It was bizarre and hard to follow at times, but when I was able to get something, that made it so much more satisfying.
I thoroughly enjoyed the narration Pedro Pascal did and while I normally am not the biggest listener of books, this was a perfect one to listen to. It was the best kind of ghost story told at a campfire. Winding, haunting, and captivating.
The nonlinear aspect of this book was one of my favorites. It was bizarre and hard to follow at times, but when I was able to get something, that made it so much more satisfying.
I thoroughly enjoyed the narration Pedro Pascal did and while I normally am not the biggest listener of books, this was a perfect one to listen to. It was the best kind of ghost story told at a campfire. Winding, haunting, and captivating.
Reggie and Delilah's Year of Falling by Elise Bryant
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I picked this book up immediately after reading It's Elementary by the author. I wanted more of her writing and this didn't disappoint at all. Even though it's YA, I could easily put myself in both Delilah and Reggie's shoes. Both had elements that brought back so many memories when I was younger and discovering myself.
No matter what anyone may say, it's really hard to be authentically yourself. It was when I was in HS, and with how much social media has evolved since then, it can't be easier.
I may have been screaming at Reggie often while reading this, I love the arc Delilah and he went through. He needed to grow to match Delilah's and when it happened, it was perfect!
No matter what anyone may say, it's really hard to be authentically yourself. It was when I was in HS, and with how much social media has evolved since then, it can't be easier.
I may have been screaming at Reggie often while reading this, I love the arc Delilah and he went through. He needed to grow to match Delilah's and when it happened, it was perfect!
It's Elementary by Elise Bryant
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This was exactly the book I was wanting to read! It was a cozier mystery with a lot of lighter elements interspersed with social commentary around diversity, equity, and inclusion, white folks centering themselves, microaggressions, and free forced labor and education by Black and Brown folks.
There's been quite a few folks in the bookish community who like to say reading isn't political, but this story showcases exactly how all books are inherently political - past, present, and future.
There's been quite a few folks in the bookish community who like to say reading isn't political, but this story showcases exactly how all books are inherently political - past, present, and future.
Cruel Angels Past Sundown by Hailey Piper
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I'm not usually one for westerns, but I knew Hailey Piper would bring something uniquely hers to the genre, and I wasn't wrong!
Or disappointed.
This book was an absolute fever dre-...err nightmare that kept me so completely enthralled.
The characters were so completely flawed, but that's why I was rooting for them. Annette's anger was something dark and deep, and so very recognizable.
This was the perfect book to start October with! Gruesome, gory, and filled with feminine rage. Let's fucking go!
Or disappointed.
This book was an absolute fever dre-...err nightmare that kept me so completely enthralled.
The characters were so completely flawed, but that's why I was rooting for them. Annette's anger was something dark and deep, and so very recognizable.
This was the perfect book to start October with! Gruesome, gory, and filled with feminine rage. Let's fucking go!
Mammoths at the Gates by Nghi Vo
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Spectacular addition to this series. This may have been my favorite yet. Cleric Chih is home, reunited with Almost Brilliant, and gets to meet Almost Brilliant's daughter, while saying goodbye to their mentor.
Mammoths at the Gate reminds readers the importance of storytelling. If stories get told, they get remembered, and through that, they outlive us all.
Mammoths at the Gate reminds readers the importance of storytelling. If stories get told, they get remembered, and through that, they outlive us all.
Mislaid in Parts Half-Known by Seanan McGuire
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I've missed these characters and worlds and McGuire's storytelling. This was phenomenal and heart-achingly beautiful. I love seeing the character arcs between each book, and how they're all interwoven with each other.