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109 reviews

De avond is ongemak by Lucas Rijneveld

dark sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

2.75

This book is shockingly gross. It reminded me of the uncomfortable feeling I had while reading Lapvona. At certain points it was a bit too much for me. I’m conflicted though, since this was well-written. I underlined many beautiful lines in this book. 

While I usually don’t mind books with little plot, however I did miss more depth in this story. Especially when there is potential in the story. There was a fantastic novel brewing in this book, but it got hidden behind the body horror (if that’s the right word to use), but I’m not author so maybe I can’t really say that. 

I think that if I had known some of the content warnings before I started reading, I probably would not have picked this up. However I am interested in reading more from this author (but maybe I’ll look into the content warnings first). 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Incest, Animal death, Suicide, and Grief

Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists? by Linda Nochlin

inspiring fast-paced

4.25

A lot of meaningful lines were written in this article. It was interesting, I learned a lot and would recommend this to everyone who wants to read more feminist and/or art-related books.

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

emotional inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot

4.5

I breezed through this book and I enjoyed it a lot. It's a great book to get you out of a reading slump. 
It's a book with lots to say and with characters that have much to achieve. Bonnie Garmus is a great writer - even if she uses all caps yelling, which i hate. However her writing is understandable, even when writing about chemistry. 

The protagonists are likeable and inspiring. I found them a little one dimensional at some points, but I still could connect with them and that's more important to me. 

 

My only little issue was the ending. I’m kind of conflicted on that. While there were hints through out the book, it still felt too fast. Even when the hints aren't what you think they are. Still adored the book, so I’m not mad about it.

 

The Vampyre; A Tale by John Polidori

dark mysterious sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No

3.75

I enjoyed this short story. I would love to read a book that explored the storyline further and longer, since it has great potential. However I liked this as an addition to my list of vampire stories. The writing was fine, bit aged and confusing at some parts, but I managed.

Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice

adventurous dark emotional mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

5.0

Interview with the Vampire is fantastic. I'm obsessed with this world and characters and can't wait to discover more. There were many storylines and eventhough i think some parts could have been shortened or cut, it's not like i disliked it. 

A Small Place by Jamaica Kincaid

informative reflective sad fast-paced

4.75

This book has a big impact on my thoughts on tourism. It made me think and feel and i understand what the author was trying to say. The writing style was pleasant to read and the author has a very sarcastic tone when writing. I really enjoyed reading this and i recommend it to everyone.

Nostalgia Has Ruined My Life by Zarah Butcher-McGunnigle

emotional reflective sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character

4.0

A short story that felt sad, but also relatable. It made me think about similar aspects of my own life.

Lady Susan by Jane Austen

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.0

This is a very different novel by Jane Austen. Using only letters is very creative and it was a joy to listen to. I like how the main character was kind of a mess, manipulative and not really liked by the other characters. The way Lady Susan treat her daughter is just sad. The story is very dramatic, I think this would make a fun movie in some way. Overall, I’m not blown away by this story, but it was a nice audiobook to put on.

Alles wat je lief is by Nicola Yoon

3.75

Dag liefje, met Mila gaat het goed en ik klungel lekker verder by Stefaan Degand

emotional sad fast-paced

5.0

 Een boek over liefde en leed in al hun vormen en maten. Prachtig en origineel geschreven.