Seymone
2.75 stars
Engaging and Fast Paced! However, the ending killed the whole storyline for me, such a fail.
2.75 stars
A motley of stories, some as short as a poem. I found a lot of the stories lacking substance. The last and biggest story seemed to be a stream of consciousness, which I wasn't a fan of.
I am so glad I decided to give this series another try. Volume 2 was ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ to me. The imagery and storyline improved, so much. I will continue to follow this series.
Fully invested in this storyline. The depth of the story, from vol 1 to vol 2, superb. Definitely following this one.
A futuristic re-telling of a horrific time in Nigeria's history. This novel touched me, deeply.
3.25 stars
(I am coming to the realization that YA fiction is not for me, with the exception of YA Science Fiction and Fantasy.)
I had a sense of nostalgia, reading this novel. Growing up in the late 80s - early 90s, I remember quite a few of tv shows, etc mentioned.
I can't quite express how I feel about this novel, at the moment. I will give four words, disgusted, fetishization, complicity, and perseverance (both I and the protagonist). It was challenging to finish this book. I found myself at points, procrastinating, as not to read this book.
3.5 stars
Cutesy but had its very corny moments. Very predictable storyline - the usual romance trope.
This novel was incredibly sad to me.
The character and plot development was excellent. I did not rate higher, due to Patchett providing too much detail - at times, which slowed down the story pacing.
3.75 stars
I really enjoyed the historical accounts, found in this memoir.
Pros: Davis has done a great job of telling her mother's story.
Cons: Story could have been edited, further. There was redundancy, in quite a few chapters.
The last chapter really touched my heart.
4.5 stars
Excellent array of essays, a little redundant - at times, that has given me so much to think about. I love it, when something I read expands my awareness. This collection of essays certainly has, from thinking about the minutia (to me - an able bodied person) of seating and the comfort or lack there of, to a disabled person; to the lack of romantic love that some disabled people will never experience; to one that most minority groups seek, better representation in the media - rather than always seeing tired, overused tropes; to learning to love yourself despite, the world seeing you, as other. This collection of essays is definitely, worth the read.
Why did I pick it up?
I picked up this book because I wanted a light and easy read. Boy, I was wrong. lol
Describe the book in 5 words
Page-Turning, Intriguing, Surprising, Gripping and Creepy
Who would LOVE Nine Perfect Stranger I think this book would appeal to most.Thoughts This novel totally surprised me. Here, I thought I was picking up a light read, not so. Nine strangers attend a health resort, what could possibly go wrong? Everything! Thats what! Topics discussed were very current and relatable. I enjoyed this novel.
In beginning, I loved how the story was unfolding. However, at the mid way point it became disjointed. It felt like the author ran out of ideas on how to further develop the story and the characters, so it felt rushed.Speaking of which, the characters lacked development - they were very 2 dimensional.
On another note, the world was unlike one I have ever read before. The author word choice allowed me to fully immerse myself in the world of 2135 and beyond.
There were some really good stories, 1-2 exceptional stories, but definitely more good than bad.
Why did I pick it up?
Honestly, I picked up this book because it is the only book I have with me, at the moment.
Describe the book in 5 words
Page-Turning, Intriguing, Complex, Easy to Read, Dark
Who would LOVE My Sister, the Serial Killer I think anyone who loves getting into the minds of others and creating their own story of how the character became to be as they are. Quick Synopsis We meet two sister in this story. Ayoola, the apple of everyone's eye. Korede, forever the martyr and her sisters keeper. One of them is a serial killer. In this story we get a very small glimpse into the mind of a femme fatale.Thoughts I wish the author would have really delved into the effects of the abuse by the father on Ayoola's psyche. We get a glimpse into why, Korede feels overlooked. It's because no one in her life, truly sees her or knows her inner thoughts, save one comatose patient. We truly don't know why, Ayoola is the way she? Why does her mind function, the way it does? Why does she prey on men? Did the incident with the chief cause her to despise men who have no depth, who only sees her beauty? It seemed, Ayoola was on a quest to prove that men are shallow creatures, who only want a trophy, not an actual person. Why did Korede, as a health professional not get her sister help after she committed the second killing? Why such blind loyalty to always protecting her sister? I realize the resignation to protecting her youngest sibling, at all cost could be cultural. But why did she throw away her own moral compass? The author has left me with so many questions. Overall, I enjoyed this novel.
Wow! Wow! Wow!
This was heavy, yet fantastical. I will definitely follow this comic series.