All the Colors of the Dark was really good. The first 50 pages did not grab me, but then I was super invested. Starting God of the Woods next, which I’m very excited about!
All the Colors of the Dark was really good. The first 50 pages did not grab me, but then I was super invested. Starting God of the Woods next, which I’m very excited about!
I thought All the Colors of the Dark was incredible. Super unrealistic dialogue, though lol. It was beautiful, but no one talks like that. And it’s constant.
I just finished "A Clash of Kings" and I'm reading the illustrated editions so I have to wait a bit for "A Storm of Swords."
In the mean time I've started "Hollow Kingdom," which is about a zombie apocalypse in Seattle, as told through the eyes of pets, primarily a foul mouthed crow.
I'm also listening to a rambling audiobook called, "The Ugly History of Beautiful Things" which is one part memoir from a really odd woman, and one part history book about all the ways luxury goods are evil/harmful.
I have been a disgrace in 2024. I read upwards of 70 books last year and I can count on one hand what I've read so far this year. I've def. had less free time and have been hyper-focused on other things (finding a job/exercising) but I am still disappointed in myself. Why am I like this?
I just ran out of time on The Bee Sting but I am back on the list at my home library and at work so I'll finish eventually. I have Heaven and Earth Grocery Store out now and it's hooked me. One exciting little perk of working in the library is we have a whole shelf of books in the breakroom - they are all written by lesser known/up and coming/promising authors and I guess the publishers are looking for interest and traction in libraries so we get to read them/keep them/share them. I'm excited to explore that.
You aren’t alone. I read like 4 books in January and then have started 5 books since, none of them finished. I feel so guilty about it, but then I think it’s a dumb thing to feel guilty about.
I've read 34 this year, on my way to a goal of 75. I have lots of time to read in the summer so I'm a little behind but ok.
Just finished the Women and I loved it. I'm reading The House in the Cereulan Sea right now and I'm enjoying it. Next up will be two for work (Smart but Scattered Teens and The Anxious Generation) and A Fever in the Heartland (my DD's honors history summer read)
"Hello babies. Welcome to Earth. It's hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It's round and wet and crowded. On the outside, babies, you've got a hundred years here. There's only one rule that I know of, babies-"God damn it, you've got to be kind.”
@jalepenomel I remember reading Outsiders in 7th grade and I loved it then. I don’t think I’ve read it again since…I should go back and reread some of those books when I’m waiting for new ones to come available on Libby
@jalepenomel I remember reading Outsiders in 7th grade and I loved it then. I don’t think I’ve read it again since…I should go back and reread some of those books when I’m waiting for new ones to come available on Libby
I teach eighth grade and the kids read it in our year. I read it with them every year, and it’s so cool to watch them love something I fell in love with 30 years ago.
"Hello babies. Welcome to Earth. It's hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It's round and wet and crowded. On the outside, babies, you've got a hundred years here. There's only one rule that I know of, babies-"God damn it, you've got to be kind.”
erbear I also distinctly remember reading Where the Red Fern grows that year too and one of my siblings came into my room when I was sobbing at the end of that book 😭
Post by countthestars on Jul 7, 2024 21:35:02 GMT -5
I've read (listened to) quite a few books this year. I don't care to read anything "deep" - I'm a new reader! but have been enjoying the Brothers Hawthorne and The Naturals series by Jennifer Lynne Barnes. I loved listening to Daisy Jones and the Six, and also The Tattooist of Auschwitz.
Post by lavenderblue on Jul 8, 2024 16:36:31 GMT -5
I just finish The Women by Kristin Hannah. I enjoyed it, but didn’t care for the ending. But that could be because I’m very much in an “I don’t need a man for happiness” phase.
I’m also about halfway through This Is How It Always Is and will probably finish that this weekend.
I also like to read a lot of nonfiction books, especially about health. Right now I am currently also reading The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver.
I am on a good streak right now. Really enjoyed A Gentleman In Moscow by Amor Towles, and then I read Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfar. Both were unique. The first one was my recommendation for my work’s book club, but I could actually see the second being an interesting book club pick, I have a few topics I’d love to hear others’ thoughts on.
Yesterday during travel I read Blank by Zibby Owens which was a first reads download a few months ago. It tried to do a lot and was tropey but it was a quick and easy read while I was on planes.
I’m almost done listening to Tom Felton’s memoir. Definitely one of the better memoirs, he really reveals a lot, which nosy me appreciates.
I always put a bunch of these books on my list at the library and randomly place holds. I never remember what they’re about or whether or not I’ll like them.
Blackcake- loved it The Library at Mount Char- 2 chapters in and I have no idea what made me decide to add this book. It’s…weird. The Bee Sting- it’s massive
I always put a bunch of these books on my list at the library and randomly place holds. I never remember what they’re about or whether or not I’ll like them.
Blackcake- loved it The Library at Mount Char- 2 chapters in and I have no idea what made me decide to add this book. It’s…weird. The Bee Sting- it’s massive
The Library at Mount Char doesn’t get any less weird. I forced myself to finish it, but it never really came together for me.
I have hardly read anything this year so I'm trying to make up for it. This month I've read The Housemaid is Watching and The Maid (unrelated). I've loved the Housemaid series so I'm glad there was a new one. I also found out the Maid is a series, so even though I didn't LOVE it I'll probably read the 2nd book. The main character/narrator is neurodivergent and it seems the auther picked and chose what kind of ND she was depending on the situation, which was annoying.
Next up is finishing Carrie Soto is Back, which I've read about half of.
I always put a bunch of these books on my list at the library and randomly place holds. I never remember what they’re about or whether or not I’ll like them.
Blackcake- loved it The Library at Mount Char- 2 chapters in and I have no idea what made me decide to add this book. It’s…weird. The Bee Sting- it’s massive
The Library at Mount Char doesn’t get any less weird. I forced myself to finish it, but it never really came together for me.
Hmm, now that I just picked up The Bee Sting today, I may just DNF it. Maybe I should actually read people’s reviews on here instead of just looking at titles and adding them to my list, lol
The Library at Mount Char doesn’t get any less weird. I forced myself to finish it, but it never really came together for me.
Hmm, now that I just picked up The Bee Sting today, I may just DNF it. Maybe I should actually read people’s reviews on here instead of just looking at titles and adding them to my list, lol
I loved it. One of the best books I read this year.
Hmm, now that I just picked up The Bee Sting today, I may just DNF it. Maybe I should actually read people’s reviews on here instead of just looking at titles and adding them to my list, lol
I loved it. One of the best books I read this year.
I took the year off, didn't plan it that way but I have been doing 75 - 100 audio books a year and I needed a break. I filled the time with watching the Karen Read trial because working in silence sucks.
I just finished a few easy romance fluff books that aren't worth mentioning, now I am listening to After That Night by Karin Slaughter. I have read so many of her books and they are always good.
Add me to the list of people who started out the year strong and then haven't really read. I read 8 books in January, but have only read 3 total the past 4 months.
But this month I'm getting back to it. I finished: The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. It was fine, nothing ground breaking but good reminders. The End of Average by Todd Rose. I really liked this it was interesting. Basically how no one ever fits into the "average" model, and how things could and have changed to help accommodate people's specific needs.
First Lie Wins which has been all over I feel like, and it was good! It took me a few chapters to get into it, it started out seeming very basic but it ended up with some goods twists.
- The collective regrets of Clover: 4 stars - The Body by Bill Bryson (audio): 5 stars fantastic, entertaining and educational - Everyone is watching: 3 stars. It was fine but the plot was trying to do too much.
Currently reading The Women and just got Bookshops & Bonedust (unsure about this one).
Post by estrellita on Jul 14, 2024 16:02:55 GMT -5
Favorite books of the year so far (out of 20): - House of Sky and Breath by Sarah J Maas - The Women by Kristin Hannah
Recently finished Fathomfolk by Eliza Chan and really struggled through it. I was sad because it sounded interesting and it was my first Illumicrate book. I almost DNF but I'm stubborn and hate not finishing books!
Now I'm reading Heartless Hunter and I like it so far!