Thought provoking material on how shame affects American women. Brown does touch very briefly on men and shame in the last chapter, but freely admits Thought provoking material on how shame affects American women. Brown does touch very briefly on men and shame in the last chapter, but freely admits that her work has been almost exclusively with women. She emphasizes the need for research on men and shame.
The difference between guilt and shame is an interesting one and got me thinking about how to move from shame (I am bad) to guilt (I did something bad) in my own life. Guilt can be a catalyst for change, shame can mire you down and erode your sense of self-worth and confidence in your ability to change.
I think this is the kind of book that would benefit from an accompanying workbook, or a reread. :) Still, if these issues are things you struggle with, I definitely recommend it!...more
A quick read, but oh so powerful! The lasting impact of drugs, family, love, and art are on full display and I definitely recommend this memoir to anyA quick read, but oh so powerful! The lasting impact of drugs, family, love, and art are on full display and I definitely recommend this memoir to anyone who cares about those things....more
An interesting collection of folklore and myths from a lot of different Indigenous American cultures. I think I would have gotten more out of it had tAn interesting collection of folklore and myths from a lot of different Indigenous American cultures. I think I would have gotten more out of it had they been organized and grouped by culture, but instead they seem to be in completely random order. Some I was familiar with, others were brand new to me....more
Thought-provoking and powerful, these seventeen essays will make you think about a perspective that you might not have considered before. A quick readThought-provoking and powerful, these seventeen essays will make you think about a perspective that you might not have considered before. A quick read that will stay with you. Definitely recommended....more
An interesting, quick read. I'm not a fan of the "insta-love" trope, but this book did it as well as any I've ever seen. Realistic characters, situatiAn interesting, quick read. I'm not a fan of the "insta-love" trope, but this book did it as well as any I've ever seen. Realistic characters, situations, and endings, if you're in the mood for some YA coming-of-age angst, give this one a try....more
This novel-in-verse tells the story of two teenagers in Cuba during the 1990s when citizens were starving as the government put on a show for2.5 stars
This novel-in-verse tells the story of two teenagers in Cuba during the 1990s when citizens were starving as the government put on a show for the international community by hosting sports games.
It was a quick read, but didn't have the emotional impact it was intended to have. I found that the format just didn't give the reader enough of a connection to the characters....more
I should start by saying that I'm not a fan of the insta-love trope. This story was beautifully written, but I didn't buy into the depth of their relaI should start by saying that I'm not a fan of the insta-love trope. This story was beautifully written, but I didn't buy into the depth of their relationship so quickly. I was hoping for more character development when the story just ended abruptly. Sadly, it ended too soon, before I really grew to care too much for the characters or really into their relationship. I obviously see and agree with the author's point, but wanted this book to be more powerful than it was. 3 stars...more
This was a simple overview of how Autism can present itself in girls and women and be so different from the presentation in boys. As the parent of a gThis was a simple overview of how Autism can present itself in girls and women and be so different from the presentation in boys. As the parent of a girl who was misdiagnosed with ADHD as a child, and correctly diagnosed with Autism as an adult, this book hit me right in the feels. I admit that the author's style was a little off-putting, but even that was helpful and it gives insight into how the neurodivergent brain works differently from my own. So many of the author's experiences made me look back on how I raised my own daughter and cringe. I wish I had known better - I would have done better. At this point, we just learn and press forward.
I recommend this book to any girl/woman who thinks they might be on the Autism Spectrum, and anyone who loves or interacts with a girl/woman on the Spectrum. you might not enjoy reading this book, and you probably won't agree with the author on everything (I didn't), but you'll learn something and you'll improve how you relate with/treat women on the Spectrum....more
This one was very different from Pieces of Her, but I love what the author did with Andrea's character. Twisty and turn-y like all her novels, SlaughtThis one was very different from Pieces of Her, but I love what the author did with Andrea's character. Twisty and turn-y like all her novels, Slaughter can write a thriller that will keep you up all night....more
Fascinating look at life under communism in Romania right before/after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the USSR. 4 stars instead of 5 because I never Fascinating look at life under communism in Romania right before/after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the USSR. 4 stars instead of 5 because I never really came to care about the characters. Definitely don't miss the author's note and look through the pictures at the back of the book!...more
Added 8/27/2023: This time through I read it in French. Still love it.
This time through I listened to the audio book in French. I was reminded that IAdded 8/27/2023: This time through I read it in French. Still love it.
This time through I listened to the audio book in French. I was reminded that I really do NOT enjoy this narrator (Bernard Giraudeau) because he gives too many characters lisps and uses a really awful voice for Hagrid that makes Hagrid sound like his IQ is about 50.
The story itself, is awesome. This series is one of my favorites that I try to reread at least every couple of years. This particular installment is where Harry, Ron, and Hermione really begin to move from childhood into young adulthood. Fantastic plotting, pacing, character development, and world building. Rowling can really make you believe....more
A short, but utterly captivating story of Nancy, a young woman who went through a doorway into another world. The characters were believable and likabA short, but utterly captivating story of Nancy, a young woman who went through a doorway into another world. The characters were believable and likable and the world building was effortless. I look forward to reading more in this series....more
This book is missing Murphy, but we get some background on Bob so it's worth the tradeoff. I also enjoyed watching Harry be tempted, maybe beyond whatThis book is missing Murphy, but we get some background on Bob so it's worth the tradeoff. I also enjoyed watching Harry be tempted, maybe beyond what he can handle?? We'll see in future books! This was a quick read (for its length) and a quite enjoyable one, too!...more
In Smoke Bitten Wulfe admits to stalking Mercy but she and Adam aren't sure what to do about it. Now Wulfe has disappeared and the pack is getting blaIn Smoke Bitten Wulfe admits to stalking Mercy but she and Adam aren't sure what to do about it. Now Wulfe has disappeared and the pack is getting blamed. When Mercy can't reach Stefan and they find Marsilia's seethe empty, the hunt begins. Turns out a LOT of people have disappeared in the Tri-Cities recently, and all of them have just a little bit of magic. Are the disappearances related to Wulfe's? As Mercy and Adam investigate, the path gets darker and more twisted. Who or what is behind it? Will their alliances hold? Can they successfully defend their territory?
Meanwhile, we find out who Sherwood Post really is and how that threatens the Columbia Basin Pack. We also get more background on Wulfe, Marsilia, and Stefan. I loved learning more about these beloved characters and was surprised by the culprit in the end. This book is just as well-written as the others and the character development is consistent through the series - it's believable.
Don't start with this book unless you don't mind SERIOUS spoilers, but don't miss this book if you're a Mercy fan!! 5 enthusiastic stars!
Disclaimer: I received a free electronic copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
Re-read 6/5/2024 in preparation for the release of the next installment: still an enthusiastic 5 stars!! Despite knowing the end, this book is just as enjoyable to read....more
This one had twists and turns I didn't see coming and kept me reading after bedtime. Sadly, I didn't like any of the characters, including the mc, so This one had twists and turns I didn't see coming and kept me reading after bedtime. Sadly, I didn't like any of the characters, including the mc, so only 4 stars. If you enjoyed The Guest List, you'll probably enjoy this one, too. I liked it better....more
Slaughter knows how to keep the reader turning pages. This is my least favorite of her books (and I've read almost all of them), it's still a great reSlaughter knows how to keep the reader turning pages. This is my least favorite of her books (and I've read almost all of them), it's still a great read. The mystery and plot were compelling, I just didn't like the characters and found the misogyny, racism, and homophobia hard to read. 3.5 stars...more
This is the first Karin Slaughter book that hasn't kept me on the edge of my seat, up past bedtime, and don't want to put it down. I actually had to mThis is the first Karin Slaughter book that hasn't kept me on the edge of my seat, up past bedtime, and don't want to put it down. I actually had to make myself finish it. ...more
Karen McManus can write a thriller. I actually didn't figure out who was guilty before the big reveal!Karen McManus can write a thriller. I actually didn't figure out who was guilty before the big reveal!...more
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