Ugh, this will launch me into a rough book hangover, I just know it. This has probably been my favorite book of the year so far. Absolutely stunning; I don’t think I’ve thought so much about about how a book made me feel after finishing it. 5 stars for this gem.

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What a unique blend of sci-fi and fiction. It’s a book within a book, a fascinating depiction of Nigerian and Nigerian-American culture (especially to this readers ignorant eyes), and an exploration of what it means to be a storyteller. I’m still pondering the ending but I loved it. 5⭐️
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Ok, I have been plowing through Murderbot and this has been my favorite. How I love this series!

If you need an escape, these books are such a delight. Fun, emotionally intelligent, and well-paced to keep those pages turning. Excellent slump busters!

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My third Austen this year. Classics have been a respite; I find it difficult to read anything set in more modern times, as they were written before all of…this.

Unfortunately, the plot of this book was so familiar (thanks Clueless!) that it wasn’t as engaging for me. Still a worthy read!

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I began looking for a fun bookish fantasy, and ended it satisfied but also wondering why there needed to be so much death and gore. It almost leans into horror at some points, with truly evil big bads.
Sensitive readers, just know this isn’t a fluffy book about magic books. 3.75 stars
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Holy moly.
5 dazed stars.

We’re with Ben, he’s on a path. He can’t leave the path or he’ll die; but if he stays on the path he’ll never die.

Not horror, not fantasy, it’s something else. I loved it.

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I was iffy on this one. The first half is bleak and as someone who has struggled with depression, really affecting. Not in a good way. While I enjoyed the second half, the bubbly lightness and tidy wrap-up required quite a bit of magical thinking.

Witty, insightful. Trigger warnings!

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I don’t know what to say that hasn’t already been said about this book. I almost feel unworthy of adding to the much-deserved glowing discourse.

It was so thoughtful, harrowing at times, and yet also remarkably tender. It was an utterly unputdownable story. 5 stars.

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Ok, did I love this book or did I love Tom Hanks reading it to me? Hmm. I liked the story, though it ran out of steam about 75% through. We spent a lot of time loitering in cars outside of the house well after it was relevant to the characters lives!

Solid 4 stars, especially on audio.
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Finit. As I rated it on Storygraph, I found myself having no idea what to say in my review. I was stunned by it; it opened a creaky door into feelings I thought I’d left behind in my teens and 20s.

It’s not for everyone but if it ends up being for you, you’ll love it.

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Mayday lays like this often and challenges all to question it

This artwork by Lora Zombie perfectly encapsulates the feel of this week for me.

A literary cat to cleanse the vibes.
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This is Mayday, award winner of every “precious angel” and “beautiful sweet baby” award handed out. By me.

Totally got this.

This is so fun 🤩
I found the paper back vs hard back question surprisingly difficult!

Gosh, I loved this.
You jump right in on even footing with the MC, who gets off a train in an alt, french-ruled London with no memory of how he got there. He receives a letter postmarked 100 years ago telling him to come home.

Time-twisting, high seas venturing, poignant and beautiful. #booksky

Enjoyed on audio! It’s a lovely, character-driven historical fantasy about the life and times of a Golem and a Jinni in 1899 NYC. It’s relaxing, mildly fantastical, and the narration is gentle and thoughtful.

Not quite cozy but low stakes enough to be an escape during these stressful days
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