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Infinity Son by Adam Silvera
Did not finish book. Stopped at 47%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 47%.
DNF @ Chapter 21. I really wanted to love this, having once pre-ordered the ebook (that then sat on my ereader for 3 years because I keep forgetting I can't stand to read first person). I just don't really care about the plot, and while Emil is a fun character, I don't find Brighton all that interesting, so there's not really enough to carry me through the book. Pity.
The audiobook narrator for Emil is great, I loved him in They Both Die At The End as well. That's pretty much the only thing I liked about the book, though.
The audiobook narrator for Emil is great, I loved him in They Both Die At The End as well. That's pretty much the only thing I liked about the book, though.
Seven Percent of Ro Devereux by Ellen O'Clover
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
I really liked the characters and that’s why I finished this book. The plot was enjoyable in ways but also absurdly unrealistic in so many others that it annoyed me. It’s the kind of YA that is probably enjoyable for teens but reading this as an actual young adult, I found myself frustrated by the weird actions and choices of the adult characters in the book.
Er is er hier maar één de baas! by Angelique Kunst
informative
medium-paced
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gaslighting
Moderate: Eating disorder
The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis
3.0
This was an odd read for me. Having already seen the Netflix series, my expectation was to love the book even more (as I usually do). Oddly, I found the book added very little to the story I already knew, and I found myself wanting to rewatch the series rather than continue the book. That absolutely speaks to just how amazing the Netflix adaptation is. It's very faithful to the book, and where it made slight changes, it absolutely improved upon the story. I don't regret reading the book, as it was a fine read, but I am surprised to say I think the Netflix show with its impeccable production is my recommended way to experience this tale.
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
Did not finish book. Stopped at 12%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 12%.
I can’t keep track of all the characters in the audiobook version, even though the narrator does excellent voices. I’ll have to go for the print version of this at some point.
Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
1.5
I didn’t really care for this. I loved the main character but once the plot started rolling (aka the horrible guy came into her life) I just wanted it to be over.
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
5.0
Very impactful and well written memoir. The audiobook narration by the author was fantastic.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Body shaming, Cancer, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Vomit, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Moderate: Drug abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Religious bigotry
Critical Role: The Mighty Nein Origins: Caleb Widogast by Liam O'Brien, Jody Houser, Matthew Mercer
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I am in a glass case of emotion. Damn, Liam O'Brien. Your mind.
Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor by Xiran Jay Zhao
adventurous
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated