I read this because my brilliant friend gave it to me when I was lamenting about my 2023 reading list being primarily romances recommended by a blogger I like. She pressed this book in my hands and told me to read it. And to NOT feel guilty for reading romances even though actual literature exists in the world. Thank you, Stephanie!
So what is this about? Benedict Cumberbatch? A primer on feminist principles? Unabashedly loving whatever it is you like? Well kind of. But it is also so much more.
Because of this book I am reviewing what delights me. What are my interests? What am I guarded about that I could enjoy so much more if I just allowed myself to really love it? And why the hell is every hobby a woman has supposed to be virtuous!?!
Yes, I recommend you read this. Even if the fandom gets excessive at times (I admittedly do not see the appeal of Benedict Cumberbatch), this is definitely worth the read.
Skip this if there is something you would rather read but pick up other books because you think you “should”. Just read what you want.
4.5 rounded up. I read a paper copy but think this would work well in digital and audio formats.