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Pretty Boys Are Poisonous: Poems by Megan Fox
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
A dark, yet beautiful, book of poetry.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction, Alcoholism, Body shaming, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Miscarriage, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price
challenging
informative
slow-paced
4.5
I think her follow up book The Power of Fun was more relevant to where I am in my journey (most of the recommendations in here are things I already do). But this is a super valuable book for people just starting out.
The Awakening (Dramatized Adaptation) by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti
Did not finish book. Stopped at 66%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 66%.
66% done it and I still don't care about these characters and what happens to them. So I DNFed it.
A Curse of Blood and Wolves by Melissa McTernan
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Wolfsong by TJ Klune
adventurous
medium-paced
4.0
Honestly, I have loved every Klune book I've ever read. So it is not surprise I liked this one!
He writes characters so well, and his dialogue style is always smooth and witty. A true delight to read!
He writes characters so well, and his dialogue style is always smooth and witty. A true delight to read!
The Faithless by C.L. Clark
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved book one of this series, and I was not let down by book two. I love complicated, frustrating characters who have flaws.. so this series is 👍 for me.
The relationship between the MCs is great, and the secondary characters are strong too.. which is so important in a series for me.
Can't wait to see book three!
The relationship between the MCs is great, and the secondary characters are strong too.. which is so important in a series for me.
Can't wait to see book three!
The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again by Catherine Price
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
I've tried so many different times to step away from social media, doom scrolling my phone etc. and it never seemed to stick. Sure, my habits were better than they used to be.. but I still found myself wasting so much time. Resting, but never feeling resting/rejuvenated.
This book really challenges you to replace your passive consumption habits with things that cause actual fun, and bring real joy.
It's so much easier to stay off my phone when I am excited about what I'm doing instead of it.
Prior to this book every time I'd get off my phone I'd often drift to housework. Who the heck wants to fold laundry when they're bored or tired?
I've done more crafts, Christmas decorating, walks, gym trips and games with my kids than ever before!
I'm so glad I read this book. I highlighted passages to read to my husband, and even he has deleted social media off his phone and taken up the guitar and reading again.
This book really challenges you to replace your passive consumption habits with things that cause actual fun, and bring real joy.
It's so much easier to stay off my phone when I am excited about what I'm doing instead of it.
Prior to this book every time I'd get off my phone I'd often drift to housework. Who the heck wants to fold laundry when they're bored or tired?
I've done more crafts, Christmas decorating, walks, gym trips and games with my kids than ever before!
I'm so glad I read this book. I highlighted passages to read to my husband, and even he has deleted social media off his phone and taken up the guitar and reading again.
Under the Oak Tree, Season 1 by namu, P, Suji Kim
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
The art in this is absolutely beautiful, the story is interesting. I am so invested in what Maxi will do next.
Her character development is great, and you can see her slowly developing more self confidence as she experiences more things and challenges herself to keep trying.
Her character development is great, and you can see her slowly developing more self confidence as she experiences more things and challenges herself to keep trying.
Valley by Stacey McEwan
Did not finish book. Stopped at 13%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 13%.
Put t aside for now so I can read it with my friend when she finishes book two
Where Shadows Meet by Patrice Caldwell
Did not finish book. Stopped at 34%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 34%.
I'll probably come back to this I've, just not feeling it right now