Challenger Deep | 
11/28/19-12/5/19
I chose this book because I had done a bit of research on it, and I found that the symbolism of this book is strong. Caden Bosch is living two worlds, one of his imagination, one in real life. This imaginary world, one where he is an artist for a pirate, who is wanting to go deep into the Mariana's Trench. Once he agrees on this expedition, Caden develops a mental illness. Will this illness gradually get better? Or worse?
I was thinking, maybe not - l totally failed at it this year. Then l thought, well, why not?
# Booked2020
Read one book a month related to the prompts and post about it in the 29th.
See @MrBook profile for details.
Considering l'm terrible with challenges, it's not able that l'm taking up both #ReadingWithMrBook and #ReadingEurope2020. And am even considering #Booked2020 (though l failed epically to this year edition).
What challenges are you taking up in 2020?
I was running 20 minutes late this morning and grabbed whatever books were closest to the door to read on my break as I was running out of the house. I ended up with Challenger Deep and Ten Days in a Mad-House...super random choices, but I've also been wanting to read both so I guess it works out. 😂📚
Genre: Fiction
Book started: 10/11/19
Book completed: 10/16/19
How did you choose this book: Read the back of the book (blurb)
Summary: Caden Bosch has two worlds the real one and the one in his mind. Over the past months he loses his grip on reality and close ones start to notice his odd behaviour. He goes through a lot of paranoia and treatment. As he's clear he gets to go home, but though it could come back he knows to be the bigger person.
pickMental illness--such an important topic, and this book captures what it is like to be tormented by inner demons that require hospitalization, therapy and medication to be vanquished. Shusterman compares mental illness to a tempestuous ocean with beasts that require confrontation. It took me three times of starting this book to figure out where he was going, but once I got it, it was worth the ride. ⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
Shusterman has a writing style I respect. This story involves a #fantasysetting that is part of a conjured place in the psyche of the MC. It becomes his “default setting” (yes, pun). Poignant
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#letstravelaugust
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I think I‘ve learnt that looser, more open ended intentions perversely help me stay on track better! I think I‘m cracking exercise - I‘m loving what I‘m doing and new routines I‘m in... but my relationships with food not so much!
And I so want to listen more to audiobooks!Here‘s to round 3 #bfc3 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 With my new teammates
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pickThis book was so good. I really don‘t want to say too much because I feel like it could be spoiled very easily. Very tough subject matter, but excellent writing and insightful perspectives all the way through. I highly recommend this one. #lmpbc
pickWhat a great book! Once I got used to the writing style, which alternates between MC Caden‘s real world and his alternate reality caused by his mental illness, I found the book to be utterly fascinating. I think this is a wonderful depiction of what it must be like to live with mental illness.
Sometimes there are moments when we objectively face the never, and it overwhelms us.
I'm off the deep end, watch as I dive in
I'll never meet the ground
Crash through the surface, where they can't hurt us
We're far from the shallow now🎶
#shallow #amonthofsongs @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @OriginalCyn620
pickWhat a great book. It was surprised at how it hit home with me and what I learned. I would definitely recommend this book.
I will be sending this off later today hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
#lmpbc #groupc
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1. Challenger Deep #lmpbc
2. Maid
3. BLUE! 💙💙💙💙
#WEEKENDREADS @rachelsbrittain
Starting this books today. 😀😍💖
#lmpbc #groupc @whippoorwill815 @Victoriahoperose @OriginalCyn620
By the way my library offers the audio through Hoopla. I love to listen to books.
April reads!
Right stack is my current reads- No Exit #botmbuddyread, All the Ugly and wonderful things #controversialbookclub, Challenger Dee @lmpbc #groupc
Left stack is my wish list of books to read.
pickThe writing style of this book took a little getting used to, but it‘s worth it. The story centers on a teenager suffering from mental illness and is told from his perspective, which includes both real events and events that are constructs of his illness.
Some heavy topics are covered here but the story is also told with humor and empathy.
Hope you guys enjoy it too!
#LMPBC #GroupC
No cozy at home reading this morning. Instead I was up with coffee in a travel mug to embark on the 1.5 hour journey for car maintenance (yeah it‘s a pain, but I‘ll be meeting up with my cousins after!)
So my Saturday morning reading is in the car dealership waiting room.... Making progress on my #LMPBC pick!
I decided this year to not participate in a reading challenge and just read at my own pace without putting pressure on myself to speed read to get to a certain goal. I just want to relax and enjoy my books!
#LMPBC
The Buried Giant from #Round4 has made it home! It will be fun perusing everyone‘s comments 😊
And now I am gearing up for my book for #Round5! #GroupC
@Victoriahoperose @OriginalCyn620 @cwarnier
Explore the psyche of teen Caden Bosch and his untethered soul. An engaging view of the human mind in its attempt to find equilibrium
#starboy #TimbitTunes @Cinfhen @TheKidUpstairs
@BookishMarginalia says @jessberk13 is the creator. Maybe the new baby has been keeping her busy.
If so, no worries, Mama. You keep nurturing that little future bookworm!
This one was slow to grab me, but I'm 60% done and I'm glad I kept going! Interesting portrayal of mental illness, for sure.
#nofemmeber #debbiedowner
In the book I just finished there‘s a character that fits this prompt and she‘s in charge of team morale!
But let‘s also give a cheer for the #debbiedowner They have something to say that other people don‘t want to hear but they say it anyway. ✊✊
pickI loved this! Thank you so much for putting this on my radar @Robothugs
A story of mental illness, this book puts you inside 15yo Caden Bosch‘s head. You experience his psychosis and his times of lucidity. You jump in and out of reality, seeing patterns and reflections between what is real and how that is interpreted in his psychotic state. It‘s such a good book for creating empathy I think - and a wonderful chaotic ride to go on with Caden.
Playing a little catch up for yesterday! Using The Town That Forgot How To Breathe again for #Superstition (if the ...prompt... fits 🤷🏻♀️). And for today... sometimes mental illness, during lucid moments or episodes, can often leave a person feel like they‘re #ASilentShout. Challenger Deep will always stay on my favorites list.
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There‘s still time to join in! http://litsy.com/p/eUtoT09EU3B1
so-soDespite the glowing reviews, If I didn‘t have to read this book for work, I don‘t think I would have finished it. I really admire the writing talent of Mr. Schusterman...yes, this book is truly excellent work. I gave it a “so-so” review simply because it was so hard to follow. Jumping between Caden‘s reality and the world of his mental illness was confusing, and I just don‘t think a book should be so much work to read!
#12INTWO @Samplergal
.. and I am off and running on the reading challenge
I‘m fascinated with books that conquer the beast that is mental illness, particularly since that beast haunts me too. I‘d never heard of this book until I joined Litsy (thanks Littens!), and it sounds like it‘s right up my alley. Thanks for the giveaway 😁 #YAWednesday @TheFunkyBookworm
pickUnputdownable
Just read it!
pickJust finished this on audio! What an amazing “deep dive” into mental illness. This is going to stick with me for a while.
Re-post for the lovely @Cinfhen 😀 I missed the earlier challenge from @lauren.lerner but want to play along so will try and do this one. Be sure to use #4newfavesin4days and tag @Cinfhen on your posts.
So @lauren.lerner invited us to post #7FavesIn7Days with no words or explanation ~ just a cover a day of your top 7 books! Trust me, it was difficult deciding❣️❣️❣️I realized in the past year I‘ve read many books that might ultimately make my top read list overtime, SO I‘m offering #4NewFavesIn4Days 😍Starting tomorrow I‘ll post my new favs,1 per day...join me and let me see what books have made your list.
✨✨✨Doesn‘t need to be newly published✨✨✨
pickShusterman used his experience with his own sons's schizophrenia for this. Gorgeous & heartbreaking (but ultimately hopeful) this tells the story of Caden as he travels the open seas with the Captain. It was interesting how the narrative of his real life (and the rather terrifying ways his illness manifested) and his journey with the Captain are at first separate and then mesh as the medication starts working.
#scholasticreads
1) bookriot about a year before it came out on android. I got on the email list and waited 😖
2) yup. Here & goodreads & in my bujo.
3) yeah, sorta. Twitter a lot!
4) trying to finish the tagged book!
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pickSlow day at the maritime museum means I get to read this imaginative gem about deep sea exploration
pickVery thought provoking and totally different than a typical book! Also super great for learning about mental illness and becoming a more empathetic person. Humorous too!
pickHeartbreaking. Thought provoking. Definitely a book that will stay with me for a very long time.
pickHOLY CRAP this book was good. It took me a while to get adjusted to the narrative style but once I figured it out, I was hooked. I can't recommend this book more.
Trigger warnings for schizophrenia and discussion of self-harm, suicide, and rape.
Just a reminder.....you have till this Friday February the 23rd at 8pm EST to enter.I have gotten to know so many new book friends and want to do something special for you all! From my heart to yours, “Thanks for allowing me to geek out!” So I‘m going to pick two winners! How to win: Tag me, use #NattysBookGiveaway and share 3 books you love and 1 book you hate!!! Look forward to seeing your picks! Good luck! ❤️❤️
@JenlovesJT47 , I got this on Monday. Sorry for the late post! I swear you spoil me. Thank you for the treats that my kiddos promptly stole 😂. At least they left me the tea! I look forward to starting this book! #Lmpbc #groupq
so-soI do appreciate & understand where the author was coming from in writing this book and I have the utmost respect for that; however, it was not my cup of tea. I understand he was writing from the perspective of a schizophrenic teen, but I really didn't enjoy the writing style. I'm happy there are so many people who enjoyed this book, and I do think the message is good - I just got bored, especially during the non-reality parts. 2.5⭐️#LMPBC #GroupQ
