One of the worst and most boring books I have had the displeasure of reading. Not only will it age horribly in terms of dialogue, but it doesn’t even One of the worst and most boring books I have had the displeasure of reading. Not only will it age horribly in terms of dialogue, but it doesn’t even really have a message despite the endless preaching. All of the characters are unlikeable, and there is no development or progression for any of them. Never has it been so hard to push on through a book. If I could give it a zero, I would.
Do you ever just read a book, finish it, and think you’ve wasted your time? This is one of those books for me. Artistic literary fiction or not, if itDo you ever just read a book, finish it, and think you’ve wasted your time? This is one of those books for me. Artistic literary fiction or not, if it doesn’t entertain or evoke any emotion other than looming dread that there is still more to read, then it’s not a good book. Despite only being 200 pages, it goes on for an absolute eternity and it is draining to read. If it hadn’t already begun slipping from my mind, it is one I would actively try to forget.
TRIGGERS: rape, sexual assault, domestic abuse, self-harm, animal cruelty, suicide...more
As someone who spends too much time online, I read this in the hopes that it would inspire me to reduce my own screen time in 2025. Whilst much of it As someone who spends too much time online, I read this in the hopes that it would inspire me to reduce my own screen time in 2025. Whilst much of it resonates, the actual story-line itself is rather bland. None of the characters are particularly interesting, and whilst Andy BELLOWS gets the job done as the protagonist, he isn’t someone that does much to win over readers. Sometimes funny, sometimes boring, it did manage to get me away from the screen for a few hours, so, in some ways, I suppose that’s one step towards a digital detox. ...more
A meta commentary on the game of politics and public perception, it satirically tackles cancel culture, diversity and discourse. However, the line betA meta commentary on the game of politics and public perception, it satirically tackles cancel culture, diversity and discourse. However, the line between satire and genuine is really blurred at times, making the actual message rather unclear whenever this happens. Furthermore, it feels like the author is deflecting their own criticism by blending a very personal voice, causing the book to feel like an outlet to do exactly what she's trying to parody. It's a lot to process, and will definitely leave you with some thoughts, but is the experience really worth it, or is it just a train wreck that you can't look away from?
Brutally boring by the end, the mundane manifests well in the first half before taking a sharp dive off the cliff. The main character's arc is completBrutally boring by the end, the mundane manifests well in the first half before taking a sharp dive off the cliff. The main character's arc is complete in part one, making the second segment feel detached and unnecessary. Besides a few thought-provoking quotes, there's nothing to really chew on or remember here. ...more
One of those books that leaves you saying 'huh' when you make it to the end. It's a strange experience, one that toes the line of sociopath introspectOne of those books that leaves you saying 'huh' when you make it to the end. It's a strange experience, one that toes the line of sociopath introspection and just downright weird. Unlike anything else, there's a charm to the quirkiness, but there's also an unsettling undertone that keeps the reader thinking....more
A touching family story that focuses on the ricochet effect one act can have on multiple generations. Whilst the beginning starts slow and the end feeA touching family story that focuses on the ricochet effect one act can have on multiple generations. Whilst the beginning starts slow and the end feels kind of low, the journey between shines. It's not quite a complete all-around package, but it is memorable and thought-provoking nonetheless....more
A definite page turner, mainly due to the bite sized format of storytelling. However, that doesn't mean that every page is a good read. Its representaA definite page turner, mainly due to the bite sized format of storytelling. However, that doesn't mean that every page is a good read. Its representation of depression swings back and forth between successful and disappointing. The whole narrative balances on how well Haig can write mental health, meaning that the shifting quality also alters the value of the story. It also makes the mistake of becoming rather preachy the longer it goes on. A book that works in places, slips a little in others, but will get you thinking nonetheless.
Please read with caution as it's a pretty trigger heavy book, and one that doesn't shy away from the fact.
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