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"a reminder that one day, not long ago, an old man entrusted me with the stories of his life and then ran back into the forest."
Outsider by Brett Popplewell
QUICK SUMMARY
Outsider gives readers a look at the life of an 81 year old man who lives on the brink of civilization now. It tells us his life story and how he got to where he is.
FINAL THOUGHTS
This was so well written and in a way that is respectful to the life story of Dag. This man has lived an incredible life, it gave me Into the Wild and Stranger in the Woods vibes without something else I just cannot put my finger on. Definitely a recommend to anyone who enjoys nonfiction, especially those who enjoyed books like those mentioned above.
Outsider by Brett Popplewell
QUICK SUMMARY
Outsider gives readers a look at the life of an 81 year old man who lives on the brink of civilization now. It tells us his life story and how he got to where he is.
FINAL THOUGHTS
This was so well written and in a way that is respectful to the life story of Dag. This man has lived an incredible life, it gave me Into the Wild and Stranger in the Woods vibes without something else I just cannot put my finger on. Definitely a recommend to anyone who enjoys nonfiction, especially those who enjoyed books like those mentioned above.
“Be a good neighbour and you’ll have good neighbours”
Comfort Me With Apples by Catherynne M. Valente
Read by Karis Campbell
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Everything in Sophia’s life is perfect. But does that seem almost too good to be true?
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
I went into this novella 100% blind. I just needed a fruit in the title. However this turned out so much better than I could have expected. Just read it, or listen to it.
Comfort Me With Apples by Catherynne M. Valente
Read by Karis Campbell
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Everything in Sophia’s life is perfect. But does that seem almost too good to be true?
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
I went into this novella 100% blind. I just needed a fruit in the title. However this turned out so much better than I could have expected. Just read it, or listen to it.
“Umi told me to wear a gray suit because optics
But that gray didn’t make me any less black”
Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi & Yusef Salaam
Illustrated by Omar T. Pasha
Narrated by Ethan Herrise
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Amal has always been an artist and poet, but at sixteen he is convinced of a crime he didn’t commit and is sent to prison. Amal holds on to the good thing he has in prison, his words and his art.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
There is no more simple way to put this other than it’s beautiful. This story told in prose takes you on a journey. Highly recommend the audio while reading.
But that gray didn’t make me any less black”
Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi & Yusef Salaam
Illustrated by Omar T. Pasha
Narrated by Ethan Herrise
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Amal has always been an artist and poet, but at sixteen he is convinced of a crime he didn’t commit and is sent to prison. Amal holds on to the good thing he has in prison, his words and his art.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
There is no more simple way to put this other than it’s beautiful. This story told in prose takes you on a journey. Highly recommend the audio while reading.
“Where do goths sleep when they go home for the holidays?
In despair room”
Oh my goth
Jokes for when you feel dead inside
Compiled by Andrew Shaffer
Thank you NetGalley & 8th Circle Press for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.
These jokes are so bad they’re funny, quick read (less than 100 pages) of goth jokes that’ll make you chuckle. Honestly would have loved a longer book full of more dark humour jokes.
In despair room”
Oh my goth
Jokes for when you feel dead inside
Compiled by Andrew Shaffer
Thank you NetGalley & 8th Circle Press for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.
These jokes are so bad they’re funny, quick read (less than 100 pages) of goth jokes that’ll make you chuckle. Honestly would have loved a longer book full of more dark humour jokes.
Thank you NetGalley and Zando Prohects for this eARC in exchange for my honest review.
I requested this after reading a 90s inspired short story collection, the synopsis interested me mainly because of the 90s theme.
That being said. This book wasn’t for me, I know a lot of you who would enjoy this, it’s a YA time travel romance with Back to the Future vibes
I requested this after reading a 90s inspired short story collection, the synopsis interested me mainly because of the 90s theme.
That being said. This book wasn’t for me, I know a lot of you who would enjoy this, it’s a YA time travel romance with Back to the Future vibes
“These calling cards indicate insecurity more than confidence, like someone who tells a joke but then spends a half hour explaining the punchline.”
The Butcher and The Wren by Alaina Urquhart
Narrated by Sophie Amoss & Joe Knezevich
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
There’s a dark presence with an interest in medical experimentation lurking in the Louisiana bayou, they’re leaving clues behind that only one person would understand.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
Loved the dual POV, this was a fun book to listen to and kept your on your toes. I’m interested in book two, but there was something missing in this book for me and I can’t quite put my finger on it.
The Butcher and The Wren by Alaina Urquhart
Narrated by Sophie Amoss & Joe Knezevich
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
There’s a dark presence with an interest in medical experimentation lurking in the Louisiana bayou, they’re leaving clues behind that only one person would understand.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
Loved the dual POV, this was a fun book to listen to and kept your on your toes. I’m interested in book two, but there was something missing in this book for me and I can’t quite put my finger on it.
“Most people’s lives go unrecorded, or worse unlived.”
Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson
Narrated by Pamela Anderson
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
From getting discovered, to Playboy, Baywatch, marriage and kids. Pamela is now telling her story.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This was … okay. There was nothing that really wowed my socks off. I knew Pamela Anderson from Baywatch as a child but didn’t really follow her life of career. I is interesting listening to her talk about getting caught up in her life. But I probably wouldn’t have read this if it wasn’t an audiobook.
Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson
Narrated by Pamela Anderson
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
From getting discovered, to Playboy, Baywatch, marriage and kids. Pamela is now telling her story.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This was … okay. There was nothing that really wowed my socks off. I knew Pamela Anderson from Baywatch as a child but didn’t really follow her life of career. I is interesting listening to her talk about getting caught up in her life. But I probably wouldn’t have read this if it wasn’t an audiobook.
“It was hard to pour endless love into someone who wouldn’t love you back. No one could do it forever.”
Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage
Narrated by Gabra Zackman
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
All Hanna wants to do is live happily ever after with her daddy. But there’s someone standing in her way…. Mommy. She’ll do anything to her rid of her.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This book comes out swinging. For a debut novel. Me just sitting like how can one child be so diabolical and then Kat gives me real life examples and I’m like ooooh right. If your jaw doesn’t drop at least once during this. We can’t be friends. It’s a rule.
Baby Teeth by Zoje Stage
Narrated by Gabra Zackman
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
All Hanna wants to do is live happily ever after with her daddy. But there’s someone standing in her way…. Mommy. She’ll do anything to her rid of her.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This book comes out swinging. For a debut novel. Me just sitting like how can one child be so diabolical and then Kat gives me real life examples and I’m like ooooh right. If your jaw doesn’t drop at least once during this. We can’t be friends. It’s a rule.
“Who has nightmare sex dreams about their fiancés?”
Get in my Swamp: An Ogre Love Story by G.M. Fairy
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
After going for a midnight stroll Liona stumbles into Becks swamp and becomes his prisoner.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
How did this end up being so sweet with a mind blowing climax? Someone please explain!
Get in my Swamp: An Ogre Love Story by G.M. Fairy
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
After going for a midnight stroll Liona stumbles into Becks swamp and becomes his prisoner.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
How did this end up being so sweet with a mind blowing climax? Someone please explain!
“When scientists and psychologists provide case studies of resilient individuals, they do not showcase a housekeeper who has overcome personal tragedy and now has impressive talents at self-regulation. They write about individuals who survived and became doctors, teachers, therapists, motivational speakers—sparkly members of society. Resilience, according to the establishment, is not a degree of some indeterminable measure of inner peace. Resilience is instead synonymous with success.”
What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Success on paper and at fave value, Stephanie Foo has what she always wanted. Behind closed doors is a whole other side, and after years of wondering what’s wrong with her she’s diagnosed with complex PTSD.
Stephanie shares her personal story and her reclaiming her life from her trauma.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This one was difficult to read, it was uncomfortable and raw. But Stephanie sharing her story of her trauma and her journey of learning to overcome and live with the trauma put upon her starting at a young age. I highly suggest checking the content warnings before going into this book.
What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
QUICK SUMMARY 🖊️
Success on paper and at fave value, Stephanie Foo has what she always wanted. Behind closed doors is a whole other side, and after years of wondering what’s wrong with her she’s diagnosed with complex PTSD.
Stephanie shares her personal story and her reclaiming her life from her trauma.
FINAL THOUGHTS 💭
This one was difficult to read, it was uncomfortable and raw. But Stephanie sharing her story of her trauma and her journey of learning to overcome and live with the trauma put upon her starting at a young age. I highly suggest checking the content warnings before going into this book.