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Maps for the Modern World by Valerie June Hockett
2.5
This is a collection of five parts of poems about the movement of life from point A to B, sort of like the journey in the stages of grief. I found the vignettes from the audiobook to be strained and forced. I do have a friend with the book and found that reading the poems myself to be far more helpful, especially with some George Duke playing in the background. My favorite section was on Lamentation. Thanks to Netgalley for the review copy.
My Secret Life as a Sex Addict by Paulina Pantyleva
fast-paced
3.5
Let me start with the positive: In the realm of sex addiction, it is rare to hear from a female voice, which has been steadily increasing within this addictive realm since 2015. I appreciate the author making herself vulnerable enough to share her journey. Additionally, she was astute in not sharing the majority of the dirt details, which is a testament to her recovery and awareness of how it may trigger other readers.
Areas of concern:
It was very short and primarily cut some portions I think would have been helpful for female sex addicts such as more of her journey with sponsors.
It is a falsehood that 100% of sex addicts have experienced some form of abuse. I'll go so far as a non-researched, educated guess (mainly because I'm in the field with this addiction) that it is at most 70%.
Cite your research.
A balance between likes and concerns brought it down to a 3* Thanks to Netgalley for loaning me both the ebook and audiobook. The narration was great.
Areas of concern:
It was very short and primarily cut some portions I think would have been helpful for female sex addicts such as more of her journey with sponsors.
It is a falsehood that 100% of sex addicts have experienced some form of abuse. I'll go so far as a non-researched, educated guess (mainly because I'm in the field with this addiction) that it is at most 70%.
Cite your research.
A balance between likes and concerns brought it down to a 3* Thanks to Netgalley for loaning me both the ebook and audiobook. The narration was great.
Kayfabe by Chris Koslowski
3.25
I loved the wrestling psychology approach and loved Dom. The first two-thirds are a fun ride; however, the last third is a convoluted slog. Even with the slog, I recommend the audiobook because of the reader. For a first novel Chris does a fine job and I can't wait to see what's next. Thanks, NetGalley for the audiobook to review.
The Rational Bible: Numbers: God and Man in the Wilderness by Dennis Prager
3.0
The Rational Bible series written by Prager is well-researched, and the Hebraic scholarship regarding Numbers is superb. This is regarding the print edition. I was thankful to receive the audio version from NetGalley, but it fell flat. Audio commentary versions of commentaries are great for the visually impaired or for listening for tidbits of trivia; however, the usual commentary research and study need further chapter indexes.
Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential by Jonathan Leeman, Collin Hansen
3.5
Hansen and Leeman set forth in countering much of the rhetoric of those Christian’s who are not gathering with one another. The faith may be personal but it is never private. The book hits on many quality points;however, it feels impersonal.
Finding Meaning in the Second Half of Life: How to Finally, Really Grow Up by James Hollis
reflective
medium-paced
5.0