Isn't that the way?
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Isn't that the way?
panOn the one hand, I'm glad this book exists for those who've enjoyed it.
On the other hand, this is not for me. It's not even the smut this time... it's that I probably shouldn't be LAUGHING at it. Once the Christian Gray (grey?)-esque stuff started, I couldn't take it. Another one for pango.
I think I'll be giving up on this series. There are some things in the story that bug me and a particular thing that I'm finding fairly triggering as I continue on. It's otherwise cute and includes interesting recipes.
Really enjoyed all of these and Bastet has enjoyed me just sitting in one spot for hours 😆
#catsoflitsy
Started this one last night. Reads quickly but isn't particularly grabbing me. Seems like this Hades is going to be the Good Guy opposite to... Literally every other god (a few exceptions apply). That's a hard balance to strike.
Previously I tried another book by Robert without knowing it was a reverse harem/why choose and HEAVILY smut. I don't mind smut, but not if it's saxrificing the plot. As I understand this one is more concerned with plot.
Didn't love either of these. Seaside Stranger drags for me and I don't love that both of the men are in their 20s but look like they're in their mid teens in the drawings. Tamon's B-Side was cute for several volumes but it's getting a little TOO dramatic and repetitive. Which is fine, it's just not for me.
Heard very little about this series but am REALLY enjoying it. Very interesting take on vampires!
Listening to this on audiobook and it's been so cute but it's also starting to drag a bit.
Going book shopping later this month and the goal is to get through 50 of my unread manga by then. Here's 1-10. It's rainy and pretty out today.
Also, has anyone read anything amazing lately (not just manga, though. ANYTHING) that you recommend I check out?
So much has happened in this series (and just in this book alone). I have 340 pages left and I genuinely cannot predict what will happen next or how it will end, but I've loved this series.
pickHonestly more like between pick and so so. I'm just not huge on YA anymore as personal preference, but this was pretty cute. Appreciated that the characters acted like their age group (17-18) rather than either preteens or adults who are nearing graduating from high school. It really rang true for me. Also loved that the mc was willing to change her mind about people when she was...presented with new evidence, we'll say 😆
Starting this one today. Got it as a $5 offer at BandN cafe without realizing it was YA. I'm not doing so well with YA lately but I've heard good things about Lynn Painter.
Anyone tried this one?
Bastet is very happy I'm sitting in one place to read cause she's all about cuddles 🥰
pickThis was a hilarious romp. I love when Death is an actual character! Definitely recommend this one. Imperfect characters being human, even when they're not human.
Isherwood has a way of describing things that leaves no doubt how something is supposed to sound or feel.
25% in. This has been such a good series. I'll be so sad when it's over.
#scifi
Another year, another start to library book club. This is our January pick!
pickAnother beautifully written book. Short and sad and magical. I really enjoyed this one 💜
bailedI purposefully waited to read this to give myself space from having studied Great Gatsby so many times in school.
It did not work. I'm probably forever all great gatsby-ed out. Even with the (interesting) changes offered here, I was just very bored.
The writing is absolutely beautiful, though. I will definitely check out Nghi Vo's other works.
This one has a super interesting premise. Really enjoyed the initial chapter 💜
pickBuddy read with @BookKenz
We guessed a lot of it pretty early, but the storyline made us question ourselves a few times.
Lots of fun and very different from the other one I've read from her ( In a dark dark wood- I enjoyes it too 🙂)
Looking forward to reading more from this author!
panI really liked the premise of the story and the writing was easy to read, but I was bored out of my gourd in the first 50 pages. The outcome was also extra obvious very early on with how the story was being told.
Kicking off my spooky season reads (late) with this one. I loved The Woman in Black and didn't care for The Most in the Mirror.
So far, I'm really liking this one.
☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️
I wasn't supposed to tear up so early. Oh, thats so heartbreaking.
Time to have my heart ripped out if others are to be trusted!
pickThis one was silly and sweet and just what I needed to kick off my vacation. Definitely want to look into the rest of the series!
This has the best opening I've read in a long time. So great!
pickThis book was absolutely fantastic. Beautiful writing and a great story! 5 out of 5 uncommon stars ✨️
Diving into this series now. Super interesting beginning and very very dark. The artwork is just fantastic 🔥🔥
pickA beautifully written short story retelling. I also just adore the cover of this book.
Reading this one for the library book club. Have to say I'm not loving it.
Women in STEM? YES.
Women in STEM but mostly about the relationship with a man? Yawn.
Does it get better?
pickThe third in the series. I'm really enjoying these books for the light entertainment value, though there are surprisingly touching moments throughout.
Not much Poirot in this Poirot, but chugging along none-the-less.
Getting ready to join in reading sprints with this one.
A daddy long leg just tried to climb up my leg and I screamed bloody murder so I'm sure that's a good sign. 😂😂😂
