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131 reviews
Before Your Memory Fades by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
emotional
funny
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
4.0
The change in location took me a second to get used to but i enjoyed this read! I’m set to finish the series before the end of the year. Awaiting the 4th at the library.
I enjoy Kawaguchi’s writing because it’s an easy read. The stories are heartfelt and impactful, more so in the earlier two books but still here. However, I draw issue with how certain details were almost unnecessarily left vague. Why did a character’s sister die of some disease that everyone just “forgot the name of”? The narrative voice is omniscient, no? The sister’s whole story begins because of her sister’s death so just seems weird to dismiss any detail.
I enjoy Kawaguchi’s writing because it’s an easy read. The stories are heartfelt and impactful, more so in the earlier two books but still here. However, I draw issue with how certain details were almost unnecessarily left vague. Why did a character’s sister die of some disease that everyone just “forgot the name of”? The narrative voice is omniscient, no? The sister’s whole story begins because of her sister’s death so just seems weird to dismiss any detail.
Pokémon Adventures: Diamond and Pearl/Platinum, Vol. 9 by Hidenori Kusaka, Satoshi Yamamoto
the lead up to the battle at spear pillar was really good and I’m disappointed in how quick it ends without a real resolution. Obviously the story always intended to conclude with platinum’s arc. I mean her arc starts in the middle of a volume! It just left more to be desired for Dia and Pearl.
At least the platinum arc wastes no time!
adventurous
fast-paced
2.0
At least the platinum arc wastes no time!
Pokémon Adventures: Diamond and Pearl/Platinum, Vol. 10 by Hidenori Kusaka, Satoshi Yamamoto
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Making up for the lackluster final battle in the last volume
Polysecure: Attachment, Trauma and Consensual Nonmonogamy by Jessica Fern
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
3.75
I’ve been curious about non-monogamy and wanting to explore it for myself so this book felt like a sense but approachable intro into more practically poly relationships work. It took a while to get to it and then it was centered mostly around couples finding their way into nm?
As an audiobook, some of the denser parts were harder to take in. I’d love to reflect more on the questions at the ends of the chapters. Some near the end were really interesting. I have a hold for the physical copy at the library so i can note questions for later.
As an audiobook, some of the denser parts were harder to take in. I’d love to reflect more on the questions at the ends of the chapters. Some near the end were really interesting. I have a hold for the physical copy at the library so i can note questions for later.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers by Jack Finney
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I enjoyed this but wasn’t wowed. I picked it up on a whim at the library, having heard of the story but knowing no details.
I found the narrator voice to be irritating at times. Miles rambled and maybe that is more accurate to what a person would think in the situation, but for what reason do we need to be accurate or realistic? An example, miles would explain at length a feeling or a memory only to tell us, what he feels is nothing like that. Then why include this? The rambles felt unnecessary as they didn’t build the plot or his character very much.
The women have no proper role to play in this story. You could remove Becky and it would be pretty much the same which is a shame. Becky was quintessential helpless dame in need of rescue which is boring.
The author did an alright job creating tension and intrigue but not enough to my liking.
I found the narrator voice to be irritating at times. Miles rambled and maybe that is more accurate to what a person would think in the situation, but for what reason do we need to be accurate or realistic? An example, miles would explain at length a feeling or a memory only to tell us, what he feels is nothing like that. Then why include this? The rambles felt unnecessary as they didn’t build the plot or his character very much.
The women have no proper role to play in this story. You could remove Becky and it would be pretty much the same which is a shame. Becky was quintessential helpless dame in need of rescue which is boring.
The author did an alright job creating tension and intrigue but not enough to my liking.
The Soldier's Scoundrel by Cat Sebastian
Did not finish book. Stopped at 45%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 45%.
I wasn’t hooked and really just wanted the sex bc I’m impatient. It’s written well and the mystery is fun but I’m horny and want to read more sex
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Loved!!!!! I can’t wait to jump into the next one. Beautifully told and emotional.
Las cosas que perdimos en el fuego by Mariana Enríquez
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.5
Las que me gustó:
… TBD lol
… TBD lol
The Overstory by Richard Powers
hopeful
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I had high expectations going into this book because of the great reviews I’d heard and a lot of them speak to things I enjoyed while reading. The characters are engaging and really fleshed out. As they start to interweave into each other’s lives, I was ready for the pace to pick, for the plot to take the forefront. But this book moves, appropriately, at the pace of trees. Did this book need to be as long as it was?
In the latter half, I started listening to the audiobook with the text to help speed my way through. I did not find myself itching to keep reading. I’m all here for the environmental justice lens this book takes. Trees and nature are dying and the stark facts given in this book through the lives of the characters are sobering. The writing is beautiful and impactful at points, wordy and superfluous at others.
If you like slow paced books and an ensemble cast, then I’m sure you’ll enjoy it (maybe! idk you!)
In the latter half, I started listening to the audiobook with the text to help speed my way through. I did not find myself itching to keep reading. I’m all here for the environmental justice lens this book takes. Trees and nature are dying and the stark facts given in this book through the lives of the characters are sobering. The writing is beautiful and impactful at points, wordy and superfluous at others.
If you like slow paced books and an ensemble cast, then I’m sure you’ll enjoy it (maybe! idk you!)
The Charm Offensive by Alison Cochrun
funny
lighthearted
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 loved this 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺 let’s go romcom era!!
Having both perspectives really added to this read. Charlie came to understand himself and his identity and it felt real. I related to some of his struggles. I love him and also Dev they deserve the best okay????
The side characters are sometimes even better than the main guys so that’s a treat too.
I do wish we had some more detailed sex scenes though but that first kiss feels sooo well deserved.
Having both perspectives really added to this read. Charlie came to understand himself and his identity and it felt real. I related to some of his struggles. I love him and also Dev they deserve the best okay????
The side characters are sometimes even better than the main guys so that’s a treat too.
I do wish we had some more detailed sex scenes though but that first kiss feels sooo well deserved.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder and Mental illness