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EatSleepRead

Joined October 2019

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Pickpick

This novel was funny, violent, and so wonderfully bizarre. Loved the humor. When a plot comes crashing together with such a cast of crazy characters, you can't put it down.

paper.reveries Interesting! Adding to TBR, thanks for sharing :) 2w
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The Last Word: A Novel | Taylor Adams
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This was a soft pick, a pretty good twisty thriller. I will admit I couldn't put this one down and flew through it.

tapgurl Reading it now but left it at work! Can‘t wait to get back to it! 4w
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What Moves the Dead | T. Kingfisher
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This was a retelling of The Fall of the House of Usher by Poe. Loved this Gothic horror novel. So unsettling and creepy. This author has an incredible way of making horror whimsical somehow. Hard to explain, but it works.

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Death of a Bookseller | Alice Slater
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This book was like watching a screaming train hit a stalled semi...in slow motion. You are compelled keep reading to find out how the heck this will finish. Slow burn. Creepy ending! Great writing and a strong debut. 🐌

LoverOfLearning I've not heard of this one before! 1mo
LoverOfLearning Thanks for sharing! Added to my tbr! 1mo
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Carrie | Stephen King
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Audiobook pick:
I enjoyed this classic horror novel. It is interesting to compare earlier SK writing to his current novels. I actually have preferred his newer works in writing style, which has notably evolved over time.

CSeydel Definitely agree that while Carrie is a classic, I appreciate how his voice matured in later books! 1mo
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No Title | None
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This book is spot on funny and thought provoking. Free speech and the ways we cope through humor are the dominating theme. This books takes equal digs on all political views and discusses cancel culture in all its current glory. These are strange times people!

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Mehso-so

This was just okay. It felt more mystery than thriller and I just kept waiting for something (anything...) to happen. The locale was my favorite part of this story.

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Dead Lake | Darcy Coates
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This was a classic collection of horror stories that was just the right amount of spooky. The Mannequin was my favorite.

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The House in the Pines | Ana Cecilia Reyes
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I enjoyed this thriller, very tense and atmospheric. I think it would have been interesting if we had a bit more backstory on Frank's character.

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Weyward: A Novel | Emilia Hart
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Spring is in the air. This was the perfect book filled with nature and new beginnings for this season. This had three different story lines that were equally engaging. Loved this one so much. And that cover art...perfection.

mcctrish I just started this and I might be already regretting getting if from the library! The cover is so good. 2mo
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The Machine Stops | E. M. Forster
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Audiobook pick:
This was a sci fi novella that really delivered. I admit I didn't research the title prior and was a bit shocked when I later realized it was first published in 1909. It's amazing how much insight into future technology people would have. This is stark, bleak, and insightful.

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I haven't read a Koontz book in ages, and though Intensity will remain my favorite of his novels, this one is a solid pick. I will admit the first half of the novel is better, with the end dragging on a bit.

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Panpan

This book tried to be very cerebral....tackling subjects like the mundane nature of work, isolation, madness even. But as interesting as that sounds, nothing happens. At all. I like an open ending but there are no answers. I feel uneasy and disappointed after reading this one.

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Panpan

This was a dumpster fire. So bad. 🤣 The characters were the worst, the writing sub-par, and the plot was ridiculous. I'm pretty annoyed I gave this author any support financially.

she.hearts.horror Yes!!! 🫠 3mo
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Hell Bent | Leigh Bardugo
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The second in the Ninth House series is good! Really good actually. Full of magic, demons, and lots of courage.This series has me hooked. I think it is meant to be a trilogy in the end.

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Poster Girl | Veronica Roth
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Mehso-so

Audiobook pick:
This book had some serious potential but I felt the world-building lacked something. Despite that, the concept was truly unique. What happens in the aftermath of a dystopian regime that is toppled?

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Artemisa | Andy Weir
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Great book with a good amount of sci fi and snark.

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Such a great novel. This one really breaks your heart.

Bklover One of his best! 5mo
EatSleepRead I can't believe I didn't read it until now. It's probably one of my favorite books I've ever read. 5mo
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Mehso-so

Audiobook pick:
This was the equivalent of listening to a Hallmark movie, so it was just okay. The plot was pretty much laid out in the beginning and all the connections were predictable. It got a bit grating hearing the narrator speak for the little girl, so I might have enjoyed reading it more due to that.
Also...I love the cover art!

SilversReviews Really enjoyed this book!! 5mo
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Calypso | David Sedaris
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Bailedbailed

Probably an unpopular opinion, but bailing on this one. It's occasionally funny but honestly just sick of the Republican bashing. I respect all types of people and think a variety of beliefs is good. It just gets old...

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House Across the Lake | Riley Sager
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Mehso-so

Hello little photo bomber...Pretty sure if Yoshi could read, he would agree this plot was bonkers (as the author said himself). It was a quick read. A bit repetitive at times. You definitely don't see this ending coming.

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Pickpick

This was a well paced thriller that seemed to hit all the right notes for me.

Clwojick We have this little tree in our Admitting office! A bunch of the little lights keep falling off though. 🙈 6mo
EatSleepRead @Clwojick oh no, poor tree! Lol 6mo
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No Title | None
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This was a great collection of short stories that had a Black Mirror vibe. Also a quick read under 200 pages.

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White Horse: A Novel | Erika T. Wurth
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This was different, but in a good way. I flew through this supernatural mystery.

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Fairy Tale | Stephen King
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Loved this epic fantasy about a boy and his dog on a quest. There is definitely less gore and more lore to this one. If you love dogs, Radar will steal your heart.

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No Title | None
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Audiobook pick:
Just finished this classic today. Amazing novel as expected.

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Sign Here | Claudia Lux
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Mehso-so

This was almost a pick, but it definitely dragged in the middle for me, which made it only so-so. The world-building was clever and the characters interesting.

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Anybody Home? | Michael J. Seidlinger
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This was so disturbing...like should this be published? Should I be reading this?!... A creepy and terrifying take on a home invasion, shared in great detail, by the criminal.

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Woom | Duncan Ralston
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This was pretty bizarre and gross. I definitely think extreme horror is NOT my jam.

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The Punch Escrow | Tal Klein
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Great sci-fi novel! Definitely Dark Matter vibes here.

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Salem's Lot | Stephen King
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Audiobook pick:
Finished this vampire classic today.

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Other Birds: A Novel | Sarah Addison Allen
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This was a magical book about found family. Several times when things came together I said "aha!"...I love it when a book can surprise and delight me like that. Bravo.

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Amazing writing with a good amount of violence and some fantasy elements. Loved it.

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Stolen Tongues | Felix Blackwell
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This was pretty creepy! I wasn't able to read this one at night after everyone was in bed (when I usually do a lot of my reading). Nope. Nope. NOPE. Solid monster novel. The ending was a bit convoluted, but overall worth the read.

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Upgrade: A Novel | Blake Crouch
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I love novels that really make me think and this one does just that. Fast-paced with great action. This author just nails it every time.

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Remarkably Bright Creatures | Shelby Van Pelt
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Audiobook pick:
This is such a great story! Very heartwarming novel told from the multiple viewpoints of a young man, an aging widow, and an octopus.

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The Burning Girls | C. J. Tudor
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Audiobook pick:
Creepy thriller with some very unexpected twists.

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Happy and You Know It | Laura Hankin
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Mehso-so

This was fairly good, kind of a weird plot. Some relatable tid-bits from being a new mother that were somewhat insightful. Picture with my two boys who are now 8 and 10 years old in a blink.

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The Lies I Tell | Julie Clark
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Quick, interesting read about a con artist and a reporter. More of a cat-and-mouse-scenario than a true thriller.

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Hidden Pictures: A Novel | Jason Rekulak
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Audiobook pick:
A cool mystery that was a bit spooky at times, but not really scary.
I've heard the physical book had some pictures that added to the story. I might grab a copy to check that out!

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The Change: A Novel | Kirsten Miller
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This book was good. Very cool concept and characters. Lots of evil and clueless male characters...so the feminist male-bashing had me rolling my eyes at times. But I enjoyed the fantasy elements and the mystery.

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Lily and the Octopus | Steven Rowley
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I wasn't such a fan in the beginning, it just came across as bizarre and the main character wasn't my favorite.

However as the book progressed it became clear this is an amazing read. It tackles the subject of love and grief in such a relatable and raw manner. Laughter through tears. Elements of fantasy. Oof this one will definitely stick with me.

EatSleepRead I also might add this author penned The Guncle. Different vibe but same great writing. 12mo
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The Hacienda | Isabel Caas
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This was really good. A ghost story wrapped with just the right amount of mystery and sexual tension.

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This has been a fun doodle journal if you are looking for a creative outlet. I don't use it every day, but at least weekly.
Luna is wondering what the heck I'm doing here...lol!

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There's been a good share of buzz over this book and it's well deserved. I enjoyed all the characters so much.

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Audiobook pick:
This author is quickly becoming a favorite. His writing is just amazing. Loved this dark story of addiction and redemption.

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Beaverdale Books | Des Moines, IA (Bookstore)
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My favorite local indie bookstore. Such a neighborhood gem.

rachelm Love that store! I‘ll be there in May for the book club meeting ❤️ 13mo
EatSleepRead @rachelm that's awesome! 13mo
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Bailedbailed

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This started out promising but after several hours of listening I am just bored.

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Armada / Armed | Ernest Cline
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A fun ride.... “You're Welcome“ This was a amazing novel! Love the way this author captures the what-if moment of a alien invasion. 👽

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Night Shift | Alex Finlay
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Mehso-so

Audiobook pick:
This was a decent thriller with some unexpected turns. The narrators weren't my favorite though. I might have enjoyed reading this one more.