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Wicked Wonders by Ellen Klages, Karen Joy Fowler
Did not finish book. Stopped at 35%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 35%.
I didn't find any of the stories in the first third especially captivating.
The Obscene Bird of Night: Unabridged, Centennial Edition by José Donoso, Megan McDowell
Did not finish book. Stopped at 12%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 12%.
I really wanted to like this, it just wasn’t cohesive enough at the beginning for my brain to latch onto it. I was constantly wondering if I misunderstood previous contextual details to the point where picking the book up felt like work. The fatphobia didn’t help either. Life’s too short, bro. I’m moving on.
The Unbalancing by R.B. Lemberg
challenging
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
American Hippo by Sarah Gailey
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.75
DeadEndia: The Divine Order by Hamish Steele
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Unmasking Autism: The Power of Embracing Our Hidden Neurodiversity by Devon Price
Did not finish book. Stopped at 11%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 11%.
Our Hideous Progeny by C.E. McGill
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Interesting Facts About Space by Emily Austin
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
I laughed, I cried (several times), I didn’t want it to end. I found Enid extremely relatable and the story engaging. The ending was neat and meaningful in a really satisfying way, especially against the (familiar) chaos of Enid’s thought clouds. I’m really grateful I found this book and can’t wait to share it with friends.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicide attempt, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Ableism, Homophobia, Self harm, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Death of parent and Pregnancy