pickRead last month for #riseupreads @Catsandbooks
I really liked the lyricism of this story and how the folklore tales were used as metaphors for dealing with mental health struggles. Just a beautiful book!
This was also my #doublespin for April @TheAromaofBooks
pickListened to this one for #riseupreads - soft pick
There were parts I really enjoyed (like the world building) and parts that got on my nerves (like Hani's annoying gumiho friend) but overall it was just so slow moving. I needed the pace to pick up a bit. The ending intrigued me though so I will pick up the sequel when it comes out
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pickWow, this book was something. The teenage experiences of two Black children living with depression, trauma, and being different all told in verse. Through it all fairy tales were woven in. I loved it. #RiseUpReads @Catsandbooks
Starting #hyggehour a little early with leftover cake, lemonade, and a heating pad. Might have overdone it just a bit today. Reading last month‘s #RiseUpReads title. Very touching so far.
so-soElements if this felt like a solid YA-style mystery. But the more adult elements of the romance felt misguided and a little silly, especially during a shockingly obvious murder investigation with a high body count. I feel like this is the type of drama style that‘d work as cheesy television, not as a book. 😅🤷🏻♀️🦊 #RiseUpReads
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#RiseUpReads June 2025
Lavash at First Sight by Taleen Voskuni
Content Warnings: homophobia, sexual content, emotional abuse, religious bigotry, genocide, alcohol content, body shaming
Read at your own pace. There will be a discussion posted on Litsy at the end of the month.
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#RiseUpReads June 2025
Lavash at First Sight by Taleen Voskuni
Content Warnings: homophobia, sexual content, emotional abuse, religious bigotry, genocide, alcohol content, body shaming
Read at your own pace. There will be a discussion posted on Litsy at the end of the month.
Please tag me in your posts & use #riseupreads
If you're not currently tagged & would like to be, let me know.
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One book from an #AsianAuthor that I‘m reading this month for #RiseUpReads Sophie Kim is Korean-American 🇰🇷
