Audrey Meihak
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This is a book about being forced to grow up with dementia and amnesia. It's a book about redemption and learning to let go even when it hurts. It's about young love. It's about finding out how much family can help one 17-year-old girl get past the most life-changing event she could have ever imagined.
It took me a long time to understand what this book was about - like 75%. I considered putting it down, but I knew it had to get better. I found myself questioning why the main character, Cady, did what she did. I constantly had to remind myself that her story bounced between Cady being 15 and 17 years old, so she was allowed to be immature. I was heartbroken once all of the pieces fell together. Admittedly, I looked up what happened at the end of the book to see if it was worth finishing, so I wasn't surprised by what happened.
I may need to read this book again. I'm not sure how much of what Cady says happens in Summer 17 is Percocet-induced hallucinations, how much is a result of her actually remembering, and how much is supernaturally influenced. My heart broke for her when she talked about the pain she felt when the dogs died, and when her 3 liars told her it was time for them to leave.
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I knew it! I knew the detectives were wrong, and I figured out who really did it before they did! These books have quickly become my favorite mystery series of all time. Siobhán is the confident, spitfire redhead I've always wanted to be. These mysteries are nice when I don't want to read a thriller, but need a little mystery in my life. I definitely see myself buying this series in the near future!
I'm so glad that Siobhán and Macdara are finally considering the happy ending that I've been cheering for since the very beginning.
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Excuse me, while I pick up the pieces of my broken heart from the floor. Addie LaRue, I will always remember you.
This book was riveting, heartbreaking, inspiring, and thought-provoking. This book flawlessly wove together several lifetimes and made me crave composition books filled with stories and memories. My heart broke for Addie every morning, and I enjoyed traveling through time and Europe with her.
I wasn't sure what to think of Henry at first, and it took me quite a while to decide to trust him. I didn't think he was worthy of Addie, but she decided he was, and I had to trust her judgment.
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READ THIS SERIES! It is so good!
I haven't yet watched the live-action Mulan movie, but I've been very curious about the actual legend of Mulan for quite a while. I'm so glad I read this book! The story was riveting and the descriptions were perfect. The way that the characters addressed each other bothered me, but I think that's because I haven't been exposed to how ancient (and maybe current?) Chinese culture and language are structured. This book was outstanding. I was cheering for Mulan and Kai the entire time, and for a moment, thought there might not be a happy ending.
Prompt 45 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A book from my TBR chosen at random
Notable quotable: 1. In every end, there is also a beginning. 2. Women who have power are always feared
This is easily the best book I've read so far this year. It heartbreaking and inspiring and beautiful. I meant to read this years ago, and I have no idea why I didn't. I love when main characters have red hair, because that's something I was bullied for all through school. It warmed my heart that Gemma didn't have to go through that. I'll definitely be reading this again, and adding it to my collection.
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Prompt 25 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A book whose title starts with Q, X, or Z
Book: Queen's Gambit Author: Elizabeth Fremantle Genre: historical fiction Dates Read: 03/14/2021-03/20/2021 Format: audiobook - Hoopla Other prompts: a book set somewhere you would like to visit (England), a book about fresh starts Rating:
Prompt 48 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A TBR I meant to read last year
Book: Into the Green Author: Charles de Lint Genre: fantasy fiction Dates Read: 10/03/2020-03/15/2021 Format: physical book Other prompts: a book about an artist, a book set mostly outdoors, a book about do-overs or fresh starts Rating:
Prompt #35 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A book in a different format than you normally read
I received this book free from the author. This is my honest opinion
Book: Kingdom of Yesterday's Lies Author: Hayley Osborn Genre: YA fiction, fantasy Dates Read: 02/25/2021-03/08/2021 Format: ebook Other prompts: a book set in multiple countries Rating:
Prompt #11 from 2020 Popsugar Challenge: An anthology
Book: The Regatta Mystery and Other Short Stories Author: Agatha Christie Genre: mystery, crime fiction Dates Read: 03/05/2021-03/08/2021 Format: Audiobook - Hoopla Other prompts: a book set in multiple countries, a book everyone has read but me Rating:
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Prompt #5 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A dark academia book
Book: Confessions Author: Kanae Minato Genre: mystery, fiction, suspense Dates Read: 03/02/2021-03/03/2021 Format: Audiobook - Hoopla Other prompts: someone with a dream job (teacher), takes place somewhere you'd like to visit (Japan) Rating:
Prompt #23 from 2020 Popsugar Challenge: A book that won an award in 2019; #8 from 2021 Popsugar Challenge: A book that has won the Women's Prize for Fiction
Book: An American Marriage Author: Tayari Jones Genre: domestic fiction Dates Read: 02/19/2021-02/25/2021 Format: Audiobook - Hoopla Other prompts: fresh starts, social justice, family tree, about an artist (doll maker), and BLM reading list Rating:
I was curious about what all of the hype was about surrounding this book but didn't decide to read it until my friend started reading it and encouraged me to try it. It was a little slow to start, but I loved this book. I don't quite understand the hype, but it was certainly a breath of fresh air. Between the books I typically read and recovering from 2020, it was nice to read a book that has a cute storyline and ends happily. I will definitely read this book again, and will likely buy it to revisit when I need a pick me up.
I was confused for quite a while when I started this book because the two different POVs take place over 30 years apart. However, I'm very glad I stuck it out. The book started out at 3 stars but by the end, it was a solid 5. The “spill” was extremely interesting and scary to think about happening in real life. I wasn't a big fan of the end, because I felt it just stopped. I did really like where the characters ended up though. Read it! It's so good.
Prompt #26 from 2019 Pop Sugars Challenge: A book that's published in 2019
Book: The Last Widow Author: Karin Slaughter Genre: Fiction, Mystery, Thriller, Suspense, Police procedural Dates Read: 12/10/2020 - 02/03/2021 Format: Audiobook Other prompts: Rating: ⭐️⭐️ Parental Guidance: * Sex: 1/5 - very slight mention * Violence & Gore: 5/5 - the language surrounding violence, disease, and decomposition is very graphic * Profanity: 4/5 * Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking: 4/5 - drug use is a pretty prominent theme * Frightening & Intense Scenes: 5/5 - see violence and gore
I read this book to fulfill the prompt from the Popsugar 2019 Reading Challenge: A book published in 2019. (Yes, I know I'm behind. I didn't come across PSC until late 2019 and I'm playing catch up).
The majority of what I read is audiobooks. The first time I tried reading this, I got through about 5 minutes and let the book expire because it didn't hold my interest. I made myself check it out again, and again struggled to find interest in the story. The premise sounded great, and I've read books by Slaughter before that I really liked.
I didn't know this was the end of a series when I picked it up, but I don't think that would have made any difference. The backstories were pretty well explained, and didn't have much bearing on the story itself. After 2 hours in (the book is 16 hours long) I still wasn't sure if it was for me, but I was determined to stick it out. I finally finished it today. The last probably 3 or 4 hours were decent, but I still found myself checking how much time was left. Il read more standalone books, but I doubt I'll be revisiting Will Trent.
