A lovely sequel to A Psalm for the Wild-Built. A bit slower and not quite as delightful, but still endearing as the human character and the robot character ponder existence. Mosscap, the robot, is a fantastic character and worth reading this duology for. #booksky
May 20, 2025 at 4:28 AM
A lovely sequel to A Psalm for the Wild-Built. A bit slower and not quite as delightful, but still endearing as the human character and the robot character ponder existence. Mosscap, the robot, is a fantastic character and worth reading this duology for. #booksky
A melancholy love story that spans several decades and is intertwined with a historical fiction of China, starting in the 30s/40s and the subsequent diaspora. The alternating timeline setup is effective. The novel is poignant , exploring themes of belonging, home and fate. #booksky
May 18, 2025 at 3:11 PM
A melancholy love story that spans several decades and is intertwined with a historical fiction of China, starting in the 30s/40s and the subsequent diaspora. The alternating timeline setup is effective. The novel is poignant , exploring themes of belonging, home and fate. #booksky
This book started off promising, and I liked Sally Rooney’s writing style. As the book moved forward in time and I liked the characters less and less, and felt like we never got anywhere with the plot or any character development. #booksky
May 10, 2025 at 3:14 AM
This book started off promising, and I liked Sally Rooney’s writing style. As the book moved forward in time and I liked the characters less and less, and felt like we never got anywhere with the plot or any character development. #booksky
A chunky political fantasy inspired by the Roman Republic. I think the magic/hierarchy/class system is a solid infrastructure that allows you to decide how closely you want to absorb the details of every single location and character (which gets a bit dense). #booksky
April 26, 2025 at 4:40 PM
A chunky political fantasy inspired by the Roman Republic. I think the magic/hierarchy/class system is a solid infrastructure that allows you to decide how closely you want to absorb the details of every single location and character (which gets a bit dense). #booksky
I loved this interpretation and retelling of this classic story. It felt fresh while honoring the source text and historical context. I really enjoyed being on this journey with Jim/James, whose character is endearing, wise and the heart & soul of this adventure. #booksky
April 13, 2025 at 3:51 PM
I loved this interpretation and retelling of this classic story. It felt fresh while honoring the source text and historical context. I really enjoyed being on this journey with Jim/James, whose character is endearing, wise and the heart & soul of this adventure. #booksky
I’ve never read a book like this. It mixes nonlinear storytelling with a collection of scientific and historical documents, illustrations and photos. There are many overlapping themes related to LGBTQIA+ identity, how things are remembered and interpreted, found family and living + dying. #booksky
April 8, 2025 at 8:15 PM
I’ve never read a book like this. It mixes nonlinear storytelling with a collection of scientific and historical documents, illustrations and photos. There are many overlapping themes related to LGBTQIA+ identity, how things are remembered and interpreted, found family and living + dying. #booksky
Kind a melancholy campus novel that makes you assess your life and whether you are leading it or passively letting it happen. Not fast-paced in terms of plot but there are several characters and relationships that will make you feel all sorts of ways. #booksky
April 6, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Kind a melancholy campus novel that makes you assess your life and whether you are leading it or passively letting it happen. Not fast-paced in terms of plot but there are several characters and relationships that will make you feel all sorts of ways. #booksky
Interesting world-building in this one. I’m always down for a story about a heroine who is training for a rebellion to lead a rebellion and burn down systems of oppression. #booksky
March 21, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Interesting world-building in this one. I’m always down for a story about a heroine who is training for a rebellion to lead a rebellion and burn down systems of oppression. #booksky
A cozy & cathartic read. TJ Klune creates a funny cast of characters in this interesting take on what happens after you die. His writing is easy-going and his world-building is whimsical. #booksky
March 18, 2025 at 4:24 AM
A cozy & cathartic read. TJ Klune creates a funny cast of characters in this interesting take on what happens after you die. His writing is easy-going and his world-building is whimsical. #booksky
This was a helpful text to read after The Warmth of Other Suns. It reads more like a thesis, and provides arguments around America’s Housing policies and discriminatory patterns that shape the country to this day. #booksky
March 16, 2025 at 9:38 PM
This was a helpful text to read after The Warmth of Other Suns. It reads more like a thesis, and provides arguments around America’s Housing policies and discriminatory patterns that shape the country to this day. #booksky
I did end up finishing this book. The author’s talent is undeniable and while I did appreciate the structure and concept, I found it kind of arduous to read. #booksky
March 15, 2025 at 8:54 PM
I did end up finishing this book. The author’s talent is undeniable and while I did appreciate the structure and concept, I found it kind of arduous to read. #booksky
A great narrative nonfiction. Wilkerson takes so much care in telling the stories of three individuals who moved during The Great Migration. #booksky
March 14, 2025 at 1:59 PM
A great narrative nonfiction. Wilkerson takes so much care in telling the stories of three individuals who moved during The Great Migration. #booksky
I read this before seeing the Oscar-nominated film (which was definitely overlooked for recognition). Colson approaches this coming of age story with reverence. It’s inspired by a real reform school during the 60s, and tougher subject matter. #booksky
March 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM
I read this before seeing the Oscar-nominated film (which was definitely overlooked for recognition). Colson approaches this coming of age story with reverence. It’s inspired by a real reform school during the 60s, and tougher subject matter. #booksky
I did a buddy read of Babel earlier this year, and I thought it was an interesting exploration of academia, race and colonization, through the framework of a fantasy adventure. I liked the magic system, which is powered by the study of language and translations. #booksky
March 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM
I did a buddy read of Babel earlier this year, and I thought it was an interesting exploration of academia, race and colonization, through the framework of a fantasy adventure. I liked the magic system, which is powered by the study of language and translations. #booksky
I’ve never read a “cozy sci-fi” before.
The story picks up centuries after robots become self-aware and walk away from humans to live on their own in the wilderness.
Then a human encounters one, and they go on an adventure. I found myself smiling a lot while reading. #booksky
The story picks up centuries after robots become self-aware and walk away from humans to live on their own in the wilderness.
Then a human encounters one, and they go on an adventure. I found myself smiling a lot while reading. #booksky
March 10, 2025 at 4:14 PM
I’ve never read a “cozy sci-fi” before.
The story picks up centuries after robots become self-aware and walk away from humans to live on their own in the wilderness.
Then a human encounters one, and they go on an adventure. I found myself smiling a lot while reading. #booksky
The story picks up centuries after robots become self-aware and walk away from humans to live on their own in the wilderness.
Then a human encounters one, and they go on an adventure. I found myself smiling a lot while reading. #booksky
This is all turning out to be the worst class project of all time.
February 22, 2025 at 5:13 AM
This is all turning out to be the worst class project of all time.