Terry's 40 Books - trying to get out of book slump

[Terry]

Book 42: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Vol 7 by Fujino Omori. I liked the new character that was introduced and the fact that Bell now has a party member. His title, which was given to him by the gods, was a little disappointing, though.

3.75/5

[Terry]

Book 43: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Vol 8 by Fujino Omori. The love Bell has for his party members is extraordinary. He is willing to sacrifice his life to try and them to safety. Even discards his weapons to carry them through the dungeon.

4/5

[Terry]

Book 44: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling. It took me two years, but I finally finished this book! It was really slow in the beginning, but then it picked up, and I finished the remaining 75% in like four days! I have to say, though, that Harry annoyed me throughout the entirety of this book, and why couldn't Dumbledore or anyone else, for that matter, tell Harry ANYTHING!

3.25/5

[Terry]

Book 45: Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon? Vol 9 by Fujino Omori. I am surprised by the sheer number of times Bell is saved by Aiz. This has to be the third or fourth time so far. He is getting stronger, but the fact that he has only been able to show his true growth once to her so far. I also love Hestia and Bell's relationship.

4/5

[Terry]

Book 46: Poor Things by Alasdair Gray. So the actual HECK was this book. AND THE LETTER FROM BELLA at the end! I mean, come on. I enjoyed Bella recounting her own story and pretty much just calling McCandlelss a liar. Also, the way that McCandleless described Bella's feelings for him, "Oh my Candle" vs Bella's real feelings for him, "I tolerated him." Man oh Man.

3/5

[Terry]

Book 47: Fruits Basket Volume 4 by Natsuki Takaya. All the characters are so funny and unique, and I love how the female lead is the main source of them healing and accepting themselves. Even her human friends seem to receive healing from her. She is just such a happy and joyful person that everyone feels the need to protect her from the world. Even though she has experienced so much pain, she views everything and everyone with positivity and hope.

3.75/5

[Terry]

Book 48: The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman. I loved that this book was centered around books and a woman's love for books. She literally has my dream job, and the fact that she is both in a book club and runs many book clubs made me smile. I also really enjoyed the family aspect that was presented in the story. It was a very comfy and relaxing story with a happy ending (not intending to spoil for those who want to read it)!

4/5

[JennH, Cheerleader]

Congratulations on smashing your goal, Terry! Fantastic! And to think you started the year in a slump!

I've been also reading Fruits Basket Collector's Edition, Vol. 1. Such a cute and fun series.

[Terry]

Terry wrote: "Book 48: The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman. I loved that this book was centered around books and a woman's love for books. She literally has my dream job, and the fact that she is both i..."

I know, right! I wanted to read it before watching the anime.

[Terry]

Book 49: Help Wanted by Adelle Waldman. Help Wanted is a thoughtful, timely novel that forces readers to see the value, invisibility, and often unfairness endured by low‑wage workers. The book’s power lies in its authenticity, its willingness to linger over the small humiliations and the small moments of pride, and its awareness that, for many, hope is partial, hard‑won, and always under threat. It illuminates the difficulties that many minimum-wage workers face behind closed doors.

3.5/5