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A Summer to Remember by Erika Montgomery
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I found this book very unexpected. When I thought I knew what wa s happening, I was wrong.
my biggest gripe is how quickly Frankie and Gabe fell for each other and how she just so suddenly was moving to MA. It felt so off.
I was also very surprised by the time jumps and the different POVs. I thought it would all be from Frankie’s perspective, but I’m so glad it wasn’t.
I liked all of the characters and I think each one was written well. I found this book tragically lovely.
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I liked all of the characters and I think each one was written well. I found this book tragically lovely.
City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert
emotional
informative
inspiring
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I found this book when I wanted something similar to The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, and I can absolutely see why people recommend this if you’re a fan of the first. There’s a great story to be told by Vivian being a woman in the 40s and her life thereafter. Her stories of who she is and how she became that will inspire you, make you wince, possibly make you shed a tear and definitely make you clutch your heart.
This is about chosen family, life, honesty, and so much more.
If you’re looking for a story that immerses you into someone’s life, pulls you into the past and makes you crave more - this is for you.
This is about chosen family, life, honesty, and so much more.
If you’re looking for a story that immerses you into someone’s life, pulls you into the past and makes you crave more - this is for you.
The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
3.75
This was a very interesting read. I genuinely enjoyed the premise and most of this story. I found it far too long and at times I was asking “why is this here and when will we get closer to the end?”
Here’s what works really well:
The way this is so we’ll connected to 2023 even though it’s set in 1893
The relationship between the sisters
The diversity
The magic system
The epilogue!!!
What I wish was different:about 6 chapters shorter.
Genuinely, this book about feminism, magic, power, sibling relationships, and *hope* is so well done.
Here’s what works really well:
The way this is so we’ll connected to 2023 even though it’s set in 1893
The relationship between the sisters
The diversity
The magic system
The epilogue!!!
What I wish was different:about 6 chapters shorter.
Genuinely, this book about feminism, magic, power, sibling relationships, and *hope* is so well done.
If You Ask Me (And Of Course You Won't) by Betty White
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
2.5
I like Betty White and this was a quick listen. She’s a very kind and endearing soul. I loved hearing her love for animals and experiences with Koko. I also found her words on loss and grief very honest.
Overall this was a fine little book. Nothing astounding but it was sweet enough.
Overall this was a fine little book. Nothing astounding but it was sweet enough.
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
This was a hard listen. And not in the way of “man that was horrible it was hard to listen to” but in the way that your heart is grabbed and thrown and that was hard to handle type of way.
Jennette has a lot to say and she’s been through even more. Hearing everything she has been through gave me a lot of perspective of who she is and I have so much respect for her for being able to tell her story.
It takes a lot to tell a story about your own personal pain like this.
I’m so glad I listened to this.
Jennette has a lot to say and she’s been through even more. Hearing everything she has been through gave me a lot of perspective of who she is and I have so much respect for her for being able to tell her story.
It takes a lot to tell a story about your own personal pain like this.
I’m so glad I listened to this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
Where Echoes Die by Courtney Gould
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
4.0
I received an eARC of this book from Wednesday books in exchange for an honest review.
When I first saw this book on Instagram, I knew I had to read it. Anyone who knows me knows that the loss of my mom and the subsequent relationship change my sister and I had because of her death is a huge part of who I am.
I often struggle on the daily with staying in the present and moving forward. So often I just want to go back and be where we used to be. But I’m slowly learning that “goodbye is never easy, but it’s only the beginning.”
Enough about me - this book was really lovely. The description of so many things paints a picture like you’re in the desert. The way Courtney describes the world, makes you feel. It makes you sad, it makes you hopeful, it makes you scared, it just makes you feel.
This is a book about grief but it’s also a book about being present and why it’s important. It’s almost poetic how you root for Beck and Avery but at the same time you’re hoping Beck just survives and can get out of Backravel.
If you’re looking for a mysterious, sapphic, paranormal, grief-filled book - this is me telling you to read this. I wasn’t at all disappointed and my gut was right about reading this one.
When I first saw this book on Instagram, I knew I had to read it. Anyone who knows me knows that the loss of my mom and the subsequent relationship change my sister and I had because of her death is a huge part of who I am.
I often struggle on the daily with staying in the present and moving forward. So often I just want to go back and be where we used to be. But I’m slowly learning that “goodbye is never easy, but it’s only the beginning.”
Enough about me - this book was really lovely. The description of so many things paints a picture like you’re in the desert. The way Courtney describes the world, makes you feel. It makes you sad, it makes you hopeful, it makes you scared, it just makes you feel.
This is a book about grief but it’s also a book about being present and why it’s important. It’s almost poetic how you root for
If you’re looking for a mysterious, sapphic, paranormal, grief-filled book - this is me telling you to read this. I wasn’t at all disappointed and my gut was right about reading this one.
The Words We Keep by Erin Stewart
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
3.75
This book is very reminiscent of [book:All the Bright Places|18460392] by Jennifer Niven (there is even a small nod to the book in this book).
I think the major similarities is why I am giving this book 4 stars and not 5. Those similarities: the post-its on the wall, and on the cover; the main female lead being a writer; forced working together; grief; even the way Micah deals with his depression is very close to many scenes in ATBP with Finch
However, what is different in this book and what Erin Stewart does with so much grace, patience, and care - is really writes how bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorder can feel. Many of the things Alice, Micah, and Lily feel are things I (someone with all of those) have felt. I have never read a book where I went "Damn, that's literally how a panic attack feels" or "Wow, I have manic episodes like that, too"
Overall, this book about staying and being brave in a way that feels like you're being weak is so spot on and important.
I think the major similarities is why I am giving this book 4 stars and not 5. Those similarities:
However, what is different in this book and what Erin Stewart does with so much grace, patience, and care - is really writes how bipolar disorder, depression, and anxiety disorder can feel. Many of the things Alice, Micah, and Lily feel are things I (someone with all of those) have felt. I have never read a book where I went "Damn, that's literally how a panic attack feels" or "Wow, I have manic episodes like that, too"
Overall, this book about staying and being brave in a way that feels like you're being weak is so spot on and important.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts
The Witch Haven by Sasha Peyton Smith
Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
I absolutely should have looked at the TWs. This is completely on me for not doing so.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault
No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference by Greta Thunberg
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
3.0
Rating this 3 stars doesn’t mean Greta’s words are not powerful, that what she’s saying isn’t important, or that she should have said more. The 3 is simply because if you have been paying any attention to her at all, you’ve probably heard most of what is in this book.
I do love listening to her speak. She has a voice that you want to listen to, she’s blunt, she’s straightforward, and she’s honest. The things she says needs to be listened to and amplified.
I do love listening to her speak. She has a voice that you want to listen to, she’s blunt, she’s straightforward, and she’s honest. The things she says needs to be listened to and amplified.