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hannahleelovestoread's reviews
613 reviews
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Domestic abuse, Sexual content
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Drug abuse
Moderate: Gaslighting
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This story hit very close to home for me, and I’m sure it did for many other readers as well. As for my overall thoughts, Abby Jimenez took the words from my mouth with this beautiful dedication: “For all the women who choose the bear and all the men who do the work to understand why. May the forest be a little less scary one day.”
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking
Moderate: Violence
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Though this book has been written for a very specific demographic, it’s a can’t-miss for its target audience of realtors who want an exit strategy tucked away just in case — and, according to this book, all realtors should. The advice within this text is broken down into easily readable sections; for example, readers learn via bulleted text that hiring a business successor from within one’s company is beneficial due to continuity, team stability, and cost efficiency, among other factors. At the end of each chapter, there was at least one basic plan of action for readers to consult. At the conclusion of chapter five, the first step in the plan of action is to define the transition goals and criteria for one’s exit strategy. Though this is an extremely niche read with advice which seems a bit less than entirely practical at times, I believe it is an invaluable resource for all realtors.
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
This book is a master class in the art of communication. It informs readers about the history of great oration, the fundamentals of effective speech in public and private settings, and more. By acknowledging the struggle with glossophobia — or the fear of public speaking — in Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, and more of history’s greatest communicators, the book helps effective oration seem like a more realistic goal for anyone who prepares adequately. In laymen’s terms and an easily digestible format, the book offers tips on achievements such as giving a great presentation and acing an interview. Readers are advised that listening to music and breathing deeply, for example, can help them shake nerves; they are also encouraged to maintain a confident posture and use appropriate humor to communicate in professional settings. While this book is not necessarily a light read, it is fascinating and absolutely necessary for anyone looking to enhance their communication skills. I recommend it to all readers.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death, Grief, Death of parent
This book has potential, particularly with the character development. But the high fantasy (not usually my genre) combined with the content warnings present here just aren’t my cup of tea.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Murder
Moderate: Cursing, Gore, Rape
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
This book was incredibly helpful and informative. While it may have been written with teenagers in mind, I believe my financial future will benefit greatly from the tips author Emma Davis included here. She simply and concisely defined a variety of crucial terms — such as diversification, compound interest, and time horizon — throughout the book. She also emphasized the importance of setting short-, medium-, and long-term SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound) goals. Perhaps the most interesting concept discussed was the idea of a poverty mindset versus a wealthy mindset, or an “emphasiz[ation] of scarcity and lack” as opposed to “resilience, and a proactive approach to financial success.” I also found the quotes by financially successful public figures such as Warren Buffett at the beginning of each chapter to be a nice touch. I highly recommend this book to anyone of any age who would like to get his or her finances in order.
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced