I stopped counting how many times I cried and instead I enjoyed the story. What a beautiful tale of love, family and friendship. The underlying message of hope will pull your heart strings. 

La red púrpura fue más difícil de leer que el primer libro, probablemente por algunos de los temas que toca. Es mucho más gore de lo que suelo leer y tiene cosas que definitivamente pueden ser desencadenantes. Aun así, como me pasó con La novia gitana, cuando la historia agarra ritmo es difícil soltarlo. Los autores tienen una manera de describir las cosas que te hace sentir que estás ahí, lo cual a veces no es tan bueno considerando lo fuerte de algunas escenas. No adiviné el final, y eso siempre es un plus. Otro thriller que te engancha de principio a fin.

Lovely One by Ketanji Brown Jackson is an inspiring and deeply personal memoir. Listening to the audiobook made it even more special, especially with her daughters reading their parts. She shares her journey—from childhood to the Supreme Court—while openly discussing the challenges of being a Black woman and a working mom. A powerful and heartfelt listen!

This definitely had Freida McFadden’s signature style, but something about it just didn’t sit right with me. I absolutely loved the story leading up to the crash—it had so much potential! But after that turning point, it went in a direction that didn’t fully work for me. I almost wish she could go back and write another book that expands on that gripping beginning instead. 

One of my biggest frustrations was how stupid the characters were. None of them seemed to think through their actions, which made it hard to stay engaged. And while McFadden is known for her jaw-dropping twists, this one felt more unbelievable than shocking—it just didn’t hit the same way her usual endings do.

Overall, it was a decent read, but not one of my favorites from her. A solid 3 stars for me.

Perhaps because of when I am reading this (just two weeks after Trump’s second inauguration) or simply due to the weight of the subject matter, I found The Handmaid’s Tale to be a difficult read. At times, I had to put it down because the story felt so disturbingly real. Margaret Atwood masterfully creates a dystopian world that is hauntingly plausible, making Offred’s journey deeply unsettling. I found myself anxiously wondering what would happen to her, and while the ending left me unsatisfied, it also reinforced the book’s eerie and unresolved tension. A powerful but emotionally taxing read.

I picked up Normal People as part of the Banned Books challenge, drawn in by its premise of an intense, complicated relationship between two people who can’t seem to stay apart. Connell and Marianne, who grew up in the same small town but led very different social lives, form a connection that follows them from high school to Trinity College in Dublin. 

Despite my interest, the story's development felt lacking. Their constant push-and-pull became frustrating, making it hard to stay engaged. There were sparks, like when Marianne’s said, “Most people go through their whole lives, without ever really feeling that close with anyone,” which resonated with me as it captured the emotional weight of their relationship. I wish the author had spent more time developing that aspect rather than telling us about all their other failed relationships.

Desde que comencé La novia gitana, no pude concentrarme en nada más. Cada capítulo me dejaba con la necesidad de seguir leyendo para descubrir qué pasaría después. Los personajes están muy bien construidos, y me encantó cómo evolucionan sus relaciones a lo largo de la historia. La trama es oscura, intensa y llena de giros inesperados que mantienen el suspense hasta el final. Me alegra que sea el inicio de una serie, porque quedaron temas intrigantes que espero ver desarrollados en los siguientes libros. ¡Totalmente recomendado para los amantes del thriller!

Listening to Something Lost, Something Gained was such an engaging experience, even though it’s almost 14 hours long. Hillary Rodham Clinton’s life has been full of incredible opportunities, but what really stands out is how hard she’s worked for everything—nothing was just handed to her. She comes across as honest and down-to-earth, which makes her story so relatable and inspiring, especially for women.

What I loved most was how she gave us glimpses into life in the White House and how the government works. Her behind-the-scenes insights were fascinating and added a whole new layer to her story. Two quotes really stuck with me: “You adjust your sails and carry on, but I don’t think anyone ever gets used to those goodbyes,” and, “A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they shall never sit.” They perfectly capture her thoughtful and wise perspective on life.

Hillary’s story is a reminder of how much she’s given to this country and the world. Her humility and perseverance are incredibly motivating, and I’d recommend this memoir to anyone looking for inspiration, a deeper understanding of leadership, or just a fascinating life story.

While I enjoyed The One You’re With by Lauren K. Denton, I found the storyline a bit too predictable, with much of the plot becoming apparent early on. One of the main characters frustrated me with their lack of reaction to pivotal moments, which made it hard to fully invest in their journey. My favorite line, “We’ve all got long stories,” reflects the main theme of this book, which is the complexity of family relationships. I’m not sure Southern women’s fiction is my cup of tea, but fans of predictable family dramas might find this one enjoyable.

Wow. I’m left speechless after finishing this book. From the moment I started, I couldn’t put it down—the story grabs you and doesn’t let go. Who doesn’t love a thriller laced with family drama? Add in the stark inequalities of the ultra-wealthy, and you have the perfect recipe for a parent’s worst nightmare. The layers of suspense, the twists, and the emotional depth made this one of the most enthralling books I’ve read in a long time. Highly recommend!