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Immortal Longings by Chloe Gong
2.5
It was fine. I never want to crap on an author's work, because it's a talent and skill I don't have, so who am I to criticize? - So, I will just say it wasn't for me, but maybe it will be for you.
If you want to read a different version of Hunger Games, this is that. Some people said it was hard to follow - I didn't have that problem, if anything, I felt like it dragged for most of the book. My biggest issue isfor 3/4 of the book Anton and Calla are barely allies, let alone friends, and then over the course of a few pages she somehow "knows him deeply" and is "obsessed" with him because they had sex once...?? That's...not how love works.
If you want to read a different version of Hunger Games, this is that. Some people said it was hard to follow - I didn't have that problem, if anything, I felt like it dragged for most of the book. My biggest issue is
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Bullying, Alcoholism, Death, Drug abuse, Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Pregnancy, Physical abuse, and Miscarriage
If you have been through the heartbreak of trying to "adopt while poor" - this book is going to be hard to read in some places. Not really a tag for that.
Andrew Jackson: His Life and Times by H.W. Brands
informative
slow-paced
3.0
As a new resident of Nashville, I felt obligated to learn about the man whose name is on everything here. I appreciated the history of TN presented in the book - however, I think this could have easily been two separate, shorter books: one on the history of TN and the West and one on Jackson. Yes, the two are closely related, but there are so many "contextual tangents" in this book that I, personally, didn't think were necessary.
That is, of course, just my opinion as someone who typically reads fiction - if you love history and biographies, you may relish all of the "extra" context.
The writing is good and I have no complaints about the overall flow or style. If you want to learn more about Jackson and TN (and FL, LA, TX), I recommend this as a good resource.
NOTE: Due to the time period, significant triggers on slavery, racism, and genocide. Jackson is a strongly opinionated character and those opinions, while not uncommon for his time, are likely to spark outrage or even trigger some readers today - be warned. You do not have to like or agree with any of his stances in order to learn and understand the role (for better or worse) that he played in American history.
That is, of course, just my opinion as someone who typically reads fiction - if you love history and biographies, you may relish all of the "extra" context.
The writing is good and I have no complaints about the overall flow or style. If you want to learn more about Jackson and TN (and FL, LA, TX), I recommend this as a good resource.
NOTE: Due to the time period, significant triggers on slavery, racism, and genocide. Jackson is a strongly opinionated character and those opinions, while not uncommon for his time, are likely to spark outrage or even trigger some readers today - be warned. You do not have to like or agree with any of his stances in order to learn and understand the role (for better or worse) that he played in American history.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Colonisation, Violence, War, Cultural appropriation, Death, Genocide, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Slavery
A Fire Endless by Rebecca Ross
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0