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katietotallybooked's Reviews (785)
Is it possible to love a book that is both beautiful and awful at the same time? Because I truly did love this book. I finished it a week ago and I can still remember how it made me feel and I haven't let it go.
But yet, this story was so heartbreaking and there are scenes that are some of the most graphic and horrible that I have ever read. It's one of the only books that has made me actually, viscerally feel ill.
All of this book's characters are real and excellent, but Jude. Wow. He is amazing and sad and beautiful and all I wanted to do was give him a hug throughout the entire novel. That's over 800 pages of wanting to wrap my arms around someone who isn't even real!
I listened to this book on audio for parts and I read the physical book. I believe this helped me move along and keep my pace, since it is quite a lengthy read. The audiobook was excellent too and I'd recommend it as well.
This book showcases friendship and loyalty at it's truest.
There are trigger and content warnings abound for this book. So go into it only if you can. But I promise that if you can stomach it and appreciate the story, you will fall for Jude and this book will be worth the read.
But yet, this story was so heartbreaking and there are scenes that are some of the most graphic and horrible that I have ever read. It's one of the only books that has made me actually, viscerally feel ill.
All of this book's characters are real and excellent, but Jude. Wow. He is amazing and sad and beautiful and all I wanted to do was give him a hug throughout the entire novel. That's over 800 pages of wanting to wrap my arms around someone who isn't even real!
I listened to this book on audio for parts and I read the physical book. I believe this helped me move along and keep my pace, since it is quite a lengthy read. The audiobook was excellent too and I'd recommend it as well.
This book showcases friendship and loyalty at it's truest.
There are trigger and content warnings abound for this book. So go into it only if you can. But I promise that if you can stomach it and appreciate the story, you will fall for Jude and this book will be worth the read.
This book was lovely and I definitely recommend the audio! Better yet, listen to the audio and follow along with the print copy if you can. This is how I experienced this book and I don't regret it.
It's a free verse biographical telling of Jacqueline's younger years. I don't read books in verse, or books of poetry ever but I was inspired by Anne Bogel to pick this one up.
This book is sad and honest, yet hopeful. Like many who make it as authors, Jacqueline grew up with a love of writing. She also grew up in South Caroline, and then later came of age in Brooklyn. Both experiences of growing up are unique and it's insightful to hear Jacqueline share her own and her family's experiences.
This was my first Jacqueline Woodson book but it won't be my last!
It's a free verse biographical telling of Jacqueline's younger years. I don't read books in verse, or books of poetry ever but I was inspired by Anne Bogel to pick this one up.
This book is sad and honest, yet hopeful. Like many who make it as authors, Jacqueline grew up with a love of writing. She also grew up in South Caroline, and then later came of age in Brooklyn. Both experiences of growing up are unique and it's insightful to hear Jacqueline share her own and her family's experiences.
This was my first Jacqueline Woodson book but it won't be my last!
Wonderful and insightful read. Cheryl offers such a wide range of advice on love, life, grief, relationships, and finding yourself. She shares anecdotes from her own experiences. I really enjoyed this book. I loved reading each letter, and seeing how Cheryl framed her approach in responding as Dear Sugar.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking for any guidance or answers or insights. Or even if you just need a book to read a bit of each day.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who is looking for any guidance or answers or insights. Or even if you just need a book to read a bit of each day.
A lighter, more comical take on a serious situation. It really does compare to Bridget Jones' Diary in terms of some of the ridiculous situations and circumstances that our main character gets her self into.
The translation was enjoyable and I had a good time reading it. But I wonder if it'll be a very memorable read for me?
The translation was enjoyable and I had a good time reading it. But I wonder if it'll be a very memorable read for me?
A wonderful collection of short stories of hope, joy, and celebration of Eid. This book acts as a mirror to Muslim readers who can share in Eid traditions and a window to others who are wanting to know more about this holiday. It introduces the reader to both newly emerging and already popular Muslim authors. It was a treat of a read!
I was surprised by my love for this book! Honestly, it's a simple yet heartbreaking story of a young girl named Danielle who draws these incredible horses and deals with her troubled family life.
I was engaged and captivated the entire time I was reading. This story teaches you about compassion and love for friends and your community. It also tugs on your heart strings, but in a way that left me still wanting more!
I was also chuckling at all of the Tim Horton's references. Drew hit the nail on the head with those!
I was engaged and captivated the entire time I was reading. This story teaches you about compassion and love for friends and your community. It also tugs on your heart strings, but in a way that left me still wanting more!
I was also chuckling at all of the Tim Horton's references. Drew hit the nail on the head with those!
At times this book gave me chills. At times this book made me mad. At times this book broke my heart (well, just a little bit at least
I was so hyped for this book! In excitement, I did a rewatch of the movies which I haven't seen in years. I'm not a re-reader typically, so that's why I did re-read the books. In hindsight, refamiliarizing myself with the plot of Twilight may not have been the best idea.
Midnight Sun started out strong, but my oh my was I bored by the half way part. Why is this book soooooooooooo long? And why are Edward's thoughts so excessive? It was painful and unenjoyable to finish past 60% percent. While I did appreciate getting to see the story from Edward's perspective, the book just didn't need to be so long and so repetitive. I don't know if Stephenie Meyer plans to continue the whole series from Edward's perspective. If she does, I likely won't read it, or if I do, I'll pray that the books aren't that lengthy.
I am glad that I tag-teamed my read of the physical book with the audio. The audio was decent and it helped me get through the book at an even pace. So thank goodness for that!
Midnight Sun started out strong, but my oh my was I bored by the half way part. Why is this book soooooooooooo long? And why are Edward's thoughts so excessive? It was painful and unenjoyable to finish past 60% percent. While I did appreciate getting to see the story from Edward's perspective, the book just didn't need to be so long and so repetitive. I don't know if Stephenie Meyer plans to continue the whole series from Edward's perspective. If she does, I likely won't read it, or if I do, I'll pray that the books aren't that lengthy.
I am glad that I tag-teamed my read of the physical book with the audio. The audio was decent and it helped me get through the book at an even pace. So thank goodness for that!
An excellent audio book! I am so glad that I listened to the audio while reading the physical copy. It really made for a wonderful reading experience. The audio is read by the author, so I loved hearing the story as she intended. Plus, it was helpful for the Spanish words and phrases.
This book is a contemporary coming of age story written in verse. It was filled with emotion and dynamic relationships between family members. Xiomara is a twin, and she's struggling to find her voice until she joins her school's Poetry Club. She also deals with young love, and friendships in a way that is relatable for any teenager.
It was my first Elizabeth Acevedo book but it will not be last! Even though I don't love YA, I will make an exception for anything by this author.
I am also starting to enjoy novels in verse, especially when I have the audiobook to listen to.
I highly recommend this book!
This book is a contemporary coming of age story written in verse. It was filled with emotion and dynamic relationships between family members. Xiomara is a twin, and she's struggling to find her voice until she joins her school's Poetry Club. She also deals with young love, and friendships in a way that is relatable for any teenager.
It was my first Elizabeth Acevedo book but it will not be last! Even though I don't love YA, I will make an exception for anything by this author.
I am also starting to enjoy novels in verse, especially when I have the audiobook to listen to.
I highly recommend this book!
I loved the premise and setting of this and I want to read more books about families out at sea. The writing style was unique, and I am surprised that the lack of quotation marks didn't bother that much! We got multiple perspectives, and log entries and it was multifaceted in that way for the reader. I appreciated the emotions of the characters. Each one felt very real for me! This was a book that had me putting myself in Juliet's shoes and thinking, What would I Do? As a mother, a wife, a professional, she certainly has to wear many hats and keep all the balls spinning, despite her own traumas.
Why it only got a 3 star rating from me is because of the ending. I just wasn't a fan of how the story wrapped up, specifically the way the author told the story in the last 30 or so pages. This was my first book written by this author and I would like to explore more by her.
Why it only got a 3 star rating from me is because of the ending. I just wasn't a fan of how the story wrapped up, specifically the way the author told the story in the last 30 or so pages. This was my first book written by this author and I would like to explore more by her.