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The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden
4.0
I feel something. I don't know what it is. A type of melancholy, perhaps, but of the nostalgic kind.
What a deeply human story this was.
4.5
What a deeply human story this was.
4.5
The Picture of Dorian Gray: Annotated Edition by Oscar Wilde, Oscar Wilde
5.0
full credit to the person who told me to read this as if it were a comedy. that was fantastic advice. i hope your pillow is always cool whenever you're sleeping.
The Fates by Rosie Garland
4.0
Thank you to Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
As an avid reader of Greek mythology retellings, I went into this one with my eyes wide open. I wasn't expecting anyone to reinvent the wheel, and perhaps that's why I was able to enjoy it more than I might've should I have approached it with a more critical eye (like some other reviewers - fair and reasonable responses).
The Fates is a book with an intriguing take on those three mythological entities we all have always wanted to know more about. As other readers have mentioned, this particular topic isn't one that I've stumbled upon before, so that alone was a very refreshing approach to the Greek myth genre. Garland clearly had fun delving into the myths and putting her own spin on them, however - I'm not sure this was always for the best. Sometimes these hit right (kudos to making Zeus the world's biggest man baby), other times they missed the mark (on the other hand, reading from Zeus' pov...was not fun at all).
I want to make an honourable mention to Garland's writing style. It won't be for everyone, but it certainly was for me. Several excerpts now live in my commonplace journal, and boy, do they look good on those pages.
Pick this book up if you want to delve into an adventure in a world that feels as familiar as it does unique.
As an avid reader of Greek mythology retellings, I went into this one with my eyes wide open. I wasn't expecting anyone to reinvent the wheel, and perhaps that's why I was able to enjoy it more than I might've should I have approached it with a more critical eye (like some other reviewers - fair and reasonable responses).
The Fates is a book with an intriguing take on those three mythological entities we all have always wanted to know more about. As other readers have mentioned, this particular topic isn't one that I've stumbled upon before, so that alone was a very refreshing approach to the Greek myth genre. Garland clearly had fun delving into the myths and putting her own spin on them, however - I'm not sure this was always for the best. Sometimes these hit right (kudos to making Zeus the world's biggest man baby), other times they missed the mark (on the other hand, reading from Zeus' pov...was not fun at all).
I want to make an honourable mention to Garland's writing style. It won't be for everyone, but it certainly was for me. Several excerpts now live in my commonplace journal, and boy, do they look good on those pages.
Pick this book up if you want to delve into an adventure in a world that feels as familiar as it does unique.
Heal Your Nervous System: The 5–Stage Plan to Reverse Nervous System Dysregulation by Linnea Passaler, Linnea Passaler
4.0
I’d like to thank Quarto Publishing Group and NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
As a mental health practitioner who has been working in the realm of neurodivergence and trauma for a number of years, I will be purchasing this resource to use in my professional career. Linnea Passaler does an excellent job explaining concepts without gatekeeping knowledge or practical tools that can be used by those who wish to work towards healthy nervous system regulation.
That being said, I believe this book is not for beginners as an introduction to the topic, and instead is building upon knowledge gained through working with a therapist or self-study about mental health conditions and how they impact the body.
If you're looking for an extension of knowledge once you understand the basics, or wish to help clients achieve a healthy outcome as a mental health practitioner and would like some fresh new tips — I could not recommend this book more.
As a mental health practitioner who has been working in the realm of neurodivergence and trauma for a number of years, I will be purchasing this resource to use in my professional career. Linnea Passaler does an excellent job explaining concepts without gatekeeping knowledge or practical tools that can be used by those who wish to work towards healthy nervous system regulation.
That being said, I believe this book is not for beginners as an introduction to the topic, and instead is building upon knowledge gained through working with a therapist or self-study about mental health conditions and how they impact the body.
If you're looking for an extension of knowledge once you understand the basics, or wish to help clients achieve a healthy outcome as a mental health practitioner and would like some fresh new tips — I could not recommend this book more.
Practising Productivity: Journaling Edition: The Daily Planner That Helps You Conquer Your Goals by Rich Muir
2.0
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC.
I went in optimistically, hoping to find a new resource to use in the therapy room. Unfortunately, there's nothing new or ground-breaking here. If anything, the setup of the resource is confusing and difficult to read.
This could be because I used the kindle edition - I am unsure. Perhaps it would be far more palatable in written form.
If you're looking for an entry-level guide for goal setting, this will meet your needs.
I went in optimistically, hoping to find a new resource to use in the therapy room. Unfortunately, there's nothing new or ground-breaking here. If anything, the setup of the resource is confusing and difficult to read.
This could be because I used the kindle edition - I am unsure. Perhaps it would be far more palatable in written form.
If you're looking for an entry-level guide for goal setting, this will meet your needs.
ADHD Girls to Women: Getting on the Radar by Lotta Borg Skoglund
3.0
Thank you to Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
First of all, I'd like to lead my review by highlighting that I am a mental health practitioner that works extensively with young women and girls with ADHD. I am also a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner that approaches this diagnosis from a strengths-based perspective.
I was looking forward to reading this one, as there is a severe lack of research concerning AFAB ADHDers. Presentation is often vastly different to those who are diagnosed and AMAB. Research suggests this is due to gender role reinforcement from a young age (how often have we heard the term "boys will be boys"?), among other factors like family history.
Unfortunately, from what I can tell, this book was written with the intention of highlighting all of these difficulties unique to girls/women, but in a way that left the reader feeling like there is no good to come of their diagnosis (see: me, I am the reader, a diagnosed AFAB ADHDer).
If I could provide any feedback, it would be to look into ways that ADHD benefits these young AFAB people too. While the neurotype doesn't always fit into our current modern world on its own, with support, these AFAB people will be able to thrive within their differences.
Thank you for collating a great resource for the research that is out there, however, and for presenting it in a way that was easy to read.
First of all, I'd like to lead my review by highlighting that I am a mental health practitioner that works extensively with young women and girls with ADHD. I am also a neurodivergent-affirming practitioner that approaches this diagnosis from a strengths-based perspective.
I was looking forward to reading this one, as there is a severe lack of research concerning AFAB ADHDers. Presentation is often vastly different to those who are diagnosed and AMAB. Research suggests this is due to gender role reinforcement from a young age (how often have we heard the term "boys will be boys"?), among other factors like family history.
Unfortunately, from what I can tell, this book was written with the intention of highlighting all of these difficulties unique to girls/women, but in a way that left the reader feeling like there is no good to come of their diagnosis (see: me, I am the reader, a diagnosed AFAB ADHDer).
If I could provide any feedback, it would be to look into ways that ADHD benefits these young AFAB people too. While the neurotype doesn't always fit into our current modern world on its own, with support, these AFAB people will be able to thrive within their differences.
Thank you for collating a great resource for the research that is out there, however, and for presenting it in a way that was easy to read.