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The Everlasting Return, Graphic Novel by L.E. Mullin
3.0
Felt like I was missing key pieces of information to undersrand what was going on. It was like the novel started in the middle of the story. I got the hang of it eventually, however the separation of me as a reader from the plot made it a just okay read
It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
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? It's complicated
5.0
Two years I let this book sit on my shelf untouched thanks to all the controversy and negative reviews surrounding it. At times I would glance at it and regret my decision of purchasing it when I would obviously hate it. Then I decided to bring it along with me to read on a trip this summer just to “get it over with” — but ended up actually enjoying it. Let me tell you no one was more surprised by these turn of events than me.
Firstly I’d like to say it’s horribly cringy at times (that one scene surrounding horse manure being one of those times,) yet its cringy parts juxtaposing the heaviness of the violent side of the plot makes it a more digestible read. Secondly I think the controversies surrounding the plot is vastly exaggerated. I do not agree that this book is romanticising abuse, nor is it a realistic representation of the experience most domestic abuse survivors have with leaving and moving on with their lives, although I tend to forgive CoHo for that considering she’s using her own mother’s story for inspiration. However, one could argue that CoHo’s behaviours and business moves outside of this book is a completely different and problematic story..
Either way I enjoyed this, sue me 🤷♀️
Firstly I’d like to say it’s horribly cringy at times (that one scene surrounding horse manure being one of those times,) yet its cringy parts juxtaposing the heaviness of the violent side of the plot makes it a more digestible read. Secondly I think the controversies surrounding the plot is vastly exaggerated. I do not agree that this book is romanticising abuse, nor is it a realistic representation of the experience most domestic abuse survivors have with leaving and moving on with their lives, although I tend to forgive CoHo for that considering she’s using her own mother’s story for inspiration. However, one could argue that CoHo’s behaviours and business moves outside of this book is a completely different and problematic story..
Either way I enjoyed this, sue me 🤷♀️
Garlic & the Witch by Bree Paulsen
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
I never imagined I’d find vegetables as adorable as I did Garlic and her friends (yes, even Celery). Cute and cozy little read perfect for autumn
The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka
slow-paced
3.0
For such a short book it really dragged on. What was the point of this story? To me it seemed rather pointless if I’m honest. I understand the sentiments of other’s who have read this book but I’m struggling to find the brilliance of it nonetheless
Accidentally Wes Anderson by Wally Koval
4.0
Wish it had more pictures, felt like it only scratched the surface whereas I thought it would expand upon the original instagram account, but really it’s just a small extension of it. Some pictures seemed very random and almost a stretch to call Wes Anderson-esque. Overall I think the content of this book is somewhat surpassed by the content found for free on Instagram.
Fangs by Sarah Andersen
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
Some of the jokes made me chuckle but I wouldn’t say it’s hilarious or that it’s worth more than a light twitch of the mouth. However it’s cute in the whimsical Halloween type of way. I wish there were more of a clear storyline to follow though, I felt it ended a bit abruptly
13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl by Mona Awad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Holy shit this was the most random but brilliant read of 2024. As someone who was once very overweight and who’s had issues with food for as long as I can remember the prose of this book was like reading my own once distorted thoughts about food and body image. The paranoia, the constant need for control, the incessant comparison with other ‘more perfect’ women , the severe weight loss yet you’ve never felt more miserable, the constant worry of gaining all that dreadful weight back up again by simply looking at a fast food menu once... in short I’ve never read such a perfect depiction of the self obsession you get caught up in once you put all your value into looking a certain way. Just… wow. This is one of those books you wish you could read for the first time, again. I’m not saying it’s not disgusting and challenging to read at times; but it’s certainly worth it for the experience of having read something like it. It was a challenging but thought provoking reading experience. Highly recommend it if you’ve struggled with your self image and/or weight at any point in your life