I think that probably only those of us who are, not only in love with this color but also fascinated and intrigued by it, will feel so deeply moved by this book. Maggie Nelson knows exactly how to put into words what this hue represents for some us, also referencing historical uses of it while at the same, giving us fragments, brief peeks of the love she felt for a particular person, pefectly intertwining both sentiments.
I want to carry with me this little masterpiece wherever I go.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is not only slow and unnecessarily pretencious at times, but also repetitive and overall, flat. Expectations were not met, but it still is an enjoyable book, mainly because of Suzanne Collins' writing and being already familiar with the plot of the main saga. An author that knows exactly how to hook you up to the story and also leaves you wondering and full of 'what if's.

3.5 - My second Murakami and the very first novel in his bibliography. Always a king of "no plot, just vibes", here he delivers again what he wants to complish, beautifully written and also well-executed. Yes, the (basically only) female character is flat and one-dimensional, but so is the protagonist. Quick, enojoyable and even an inspiring read. Looking forward to continue reading his works.

I have never read anything from a second person point of view, and I am so glad and honored to say Open Water was the first novel I read in this narrative voice. In just a little over 150 pages, Caleb Azumah Nelson immerses you in a story about love and race, with such a poetic and beautiful prose you will not be able to put this book down. An absolutely delightful read, imbued with pain and joy. A new favorite book of all time.

I'm absolutely blown away. What a ride, what a masterpiece of a novel. The influences from Alice in Wonderland and Frankenstein are so smartly sprinkled all over it, while still being a quite original plot. A must-read for every artist (and especially every writer). How far would you go for the sake of art, bunny?