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I Want to Die but I Still Want to Eat Tteokbokki by Baek Se-hee
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
sad
fast-paced
2.25
I ended up listening to the second book. I don't recommend this book for those that are going through the kinds of things she is. The disordered eating and the diet camp was a hard listen. I understand one would want structure in a day, but workring out for that many hours on end? For almost a month? Then ultimately never being satisfied. Then talks about an appetite suppressant...a lot to unpack there. So, even though it feels odd to rate, there it is.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Eating disorder, Mental illness, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Sexism
Minor: Domestic abuse
I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki by Baek Se-hee
emotional
informative
reflective
fast-paced
2.5
It was alright. She has another book with a continuation on these sessions, but I'm not sure if I'll give that a listen.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Fatphobia, Mental illness
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Alcohol
Minor: Alcoholism, Homophobia, Lesbophobia
Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Yet another great read. I am close to finishing the Twilight Saga and I definitely want to rewatch all the movies again. This book was a filler book adding the answers as to where Victoria was and how the events after unfolded. Extra details in here that weren't in the movie. Looking forward to the next book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Toxic relationship, Violence
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Murder, Gaslighting
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Sexual harassment
The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I pushed myself to finish this book. The MCs really got together super quick and didn't seem to work through their traumas that were mentioned. It was okay.
The History of Everything by Victoria Evans
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Abandonment
Minor: Bullying
Out of the Woods by Hannah Bonam-Young
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A wonderful book from start to finish. You really got to see how the characters really felt. You get to see both sides and how they're feeling about themselves, in their relationship, and their upbringing. I was hooked to this story and didn't want it to end. It's beautiful to read how much they truly love and care about one another. They both took the risk to better understand one another and to mend their relationship. The heartfelt notes and gestures to one another even if they are upset warmed my heart. This is my first book I've read by Hannah and I can't wait to read more of her books! I ordered the rest and they should be here this week!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Death of parent, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Sexual content, Terminal illness, Blood
Minor: Drug use, Medical content, Medical trauma, Pregnancy
Big Name Fan by Annie Mare, Ruthie Knox
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 5%.
Another situation like the others I DNF'd. I might return to this book at a late date.
The Memory Police by Yōko Ogawa
Did not finish book. Stopped at 6%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 6%.
I will try and get back to this at another date, for right now, it remains as a DNF. I felt like I wasn't paying that much attention when reading. I wasn't ready to take on another book as I was reading another one on my physical TBR.
The Lamb by Lucy Rose
Did not finish book. Stopped at 13%.
Did not finish book. Stopped at 13%.
Truly not what I was expecting. I often go into books blind and this surprised me for sure. Right now, I am not sure this is the read for me. Maybe I will pick this up again at another date, but it stays as a DNF.