I never heard of this book until it made the Booker Prize List (and it just made the short list). Even after the synopsis I still wasn’t sure what I was getting. And The Trees is a total ride. Definitely one of the most fascinating books I’ve read in a long time.And was quite the … More The Trees is a Fascinating Read
I read a lot of books this January and honestly started more than I wanted to. My reading habits are often a sign of how distracted I am so instead of a wrap-up I’m just going to talk about the top books and some runner-ups that are worth a mention and potentially a read!
I really, really enjoyed The Other Black Girl but I went into it without knowing really anything about it and was a little surprised by one big element. I’d definitely be interested in others opinions as they read the book.
The City We Became By: N.K. Jemisin New York is born in the form of 5 avatars to protect it and an other worldly villain appears in order to try and stop it… And I try to sort out some mixed feelings in order to try to write a review about it.
Such a Fun Age By: Kiley Reid This book has been on my radar for a while and I finally decided to pick it up and give it a go and I’m very glad I did. It’s a strong debut with great character work (my fav) and opens things up for some very meaningful discussions. … More Such a Fun Age
The Nightingale Directed By: Jennifer Kent The Nightingale is about a young Irish convict in 1825 Tasmania. She’s supposed to have been freed but the British soldier she works for is not about to let that happen. After a horrible act of violence Clare chases him and two other soldiers into the wild. In order … More The Nightingale: Revenge & Humanity
Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri Directed By: Martin McDonagh Grade: A- I had been wanting to watch this one for a while and it was well worth the wait. Months since her daughter was murdered with no answers Mildred Hayes rents out three billboards calling out the police (especially the Chief). This sets off a … More Anger, Grief and Human Nature in Three Billboards