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Ioana wrote: "2 good books I've also enjoyed. And yay! you're technically done, congrats!I don't know if you plan to read all the others. but please read Kindred. "
I guess I am!! Lol, it's just like me to not realize that. Am definitely going to do my best to finish the list. Just started Kindred last night and I like it so far.
Congrats on finishing your challenge, and hopefully you enjoy the rest of the books on your list when you get to them. I always love to read your reviews.
Lea wrote: "Congrats on finishing your challenge, and hopefully you enjoy the rest of the books on your list when you get to them. I always love to read your reviews."Thanks Lea :)
Book #13
Snap 2 stars print book/audiobookYou know how there are books that people just love and your experience is so different? That was this book for me. It caused me great anxiety and had to put it down way too many times. And then I switched between the print and audiobook hoping one of them would pull me in. Oh well, it's been on my shelf for years and now it's been read and I can donate it.
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interesting review Lillie. yes, it's fascinating how reader experience books differently. I was among those who enjoyed Snap a lot, I rated it 4 Stars (although that was many years ago and I can't honestly remember much of it).Hope your next choice will be better
And congratulations on finishing your challenge:D
Lillie wrote: "Book #13 Snap 2 stars print book/audiobookYou know how there are books that people just love and your experience is so different? That was this book for ..."
it was a 4 star for me too, and I seem to think I listened to it/audible instead of reading. Sometimes timing has a lot to do with my book enjoyment.
Book #13
Snap 2 starsYou know how there are books that people just love and your experience is so different? That was this book for me. It caused me great anxiety and had to put it down way too many times. And then I switched between the print and audiobook hoping one of them would pull me in. Oh well, it's been on my shelf for years and now it's been read and I can donate it.
Book #14
Kindred 4.5 stars print bookNo idea how to start this review other than wow! So intense, so emotional, so heart wrenching. Time traveling with Dana was harrowing to say the least. I had started it earlier but knew that I would need a couple of days to really dive into the book. So it was put off to now.
Had a couple of things that held me back from giving it a 5 star. The relationship between Rufus and Dana. Had to look up what their link was. And, what was it that called her back to Rufus time after time? I wanted that explored a bit more. I think I understand it (view spoiler)
Bottom line, if you haven't read it, put down whatever you're reading right now and pick it up today.
Lillie wrote: "Book #14 Kindred 4.5 stars print bookNo idea how to start this review other than wow! So intense, so emotional, so heart wrenching. Time traveling with Dana..."
Yes, such an amazing book, I'm so glad you got to read it and enjoy! I agree with you, not quite 5 stars, but so, so close. Definitely a book that deserves to be read.
Ioana wrote: "Lillie wrote: "Book #14 Kindred 4.5 stars print bookNo idea how to start this review other than wow! So intense, so emotional, so heart wrenching. Time trav..."
Glad you liked Kindred! Octavia Butler never disappoints.
I loved Kindred- different than others I read by this author, but great in it's own way.
Book #15
The Yiddish Policemen's Union 3.5 stars print bookI don’t think I’m being fair to this book and had I read it in a different environment I probably would’ve given it a higher rating. As it stands, it was a bit more complicated than anticipated to be reading while waiting for a flight with delay after delay.
Thought the author really did a great job building his alternate reality, so complex and well thought out. Enjoyed the mystery and liked our flawed detective and his various complicated relationships. I’ll definitely be picking up another book by him in the near future.
Book #16
The Eight 4.5 stars print bookHave had this book on my shelf since the early 1990’s. Bought it on a friend’s recommendation. Finally starting reading this about a week ago and at first it was slow going. Wasn’t sure I was actually going to be able to finish it as it’s 600 pages. Usually wouldn’t be a problem but the holidays combined with flying to family. We got back last night and I had 400 pages to read. Guess what I did today, yup read for most of the day. And I finished! Woohoo!
Ok, on to why I rated it so high. It was pure fun and adventure. Duel timelines follow 2 women, one during the French Revolution and the other in the early 70’s, at the beginning of OPEC. There’s murder, spying, Freemasons, a chessboard and chess pieces, and the mystery of why this particular chessboard and pieces are so important to all. Fantastic way to end the year.
And, that’s it for 2022. Onward to 2023. Happy New Year!
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Woot-woot! 🥳
Lillie~Terrific Job❣️ I am glad you liked Kindred by Octavia Butler so much. I have that book and keep meaning to read it. You have inspired me to finally Read it. Hope you have a Happy New Year 🎆 and I will be sure to see your new 2023 List!
Thanks Kristine :) Hope you enjoy Kindred.
Wow, you finished your 16th book just in time. I love it when the last book of the year is really good. My last book of 2022 was Kindred, and just like you, I absolutely loved that one also. Here's hoping 2023 is great too!
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2 good books I've also enjoyed. And yay! you're technically done, congrats!
I don't know if you plan to read all the others. but please read Kindred.