Twitter summary: Ideas are a living, breathing thing. Listen to it, answer its call because if not, it’ll find someone else. The good: This book was an excellent reminder to say yes, trust myself and not every idea needs to be a big one. I enjoyed the audiobook because it sounded like one long podcastContinue reading “Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert”
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The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
Twitter summary: Separated twin sisters, leading completely opposite lives, are brought back together by their daughters. The good: I loved the ongoing theme of connecting with oneself — for example, Desiree and Stella as one set of twins, Reese as himself, Kennedy as someone else (acting). I’ll admit that I didn’t know how the storyContinue reading “The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett”
One Life by Megan Rapinoe
Twitter summary: One life to be who you are, no exceptions. The good: I have followed women’s soccer on and off for years — I still heartbreakingly remember the Canadian loss at the 2012 Olympics to the USA — but I don’t recall directly hearing about Rapinoe (can’t blame me, I am Canadian). However, I’mContinue reading “One Life by Megan Rapinoe”
How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Twitter summary: No other summary is necessary. How to be an antiracist. Read it. Learn. Put it into action. The good: The last chapter gave me chills — pure perfection. I appreciated Kendi’s experiences and his historical narration. I’m still on my audiobook kick and enjoyed hearing the passion behind Kendi’s words. The bad: IContinue reading “How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi”
The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller
Twitter summary: The perfect COVID-19 pandemic physical distancing book because Kallias, the Shadow King, must stay at a distance to not accidentally touch anyone.* The good: This was sold to me as a Slytherin (because the “good” girls shouldn’t always be the winners) YA fantasy/romance story and the best part is that it’s a standaloneContinue reading “The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller”
Angels’ Blood by Nalini Singh
Twitter summary: Elena, a vampire hunter, is requested by Raphael, the archangel of New York, to hunt another archangel gone bad. The good: I loved the world-building details and intricacies — I’m still not entirely sure what is going on or what is going to happen and I’m here for it! Who are all theseContinue reading “Angels’ Blood by Nalini Singh”
Kiss My Cupcake by Helena Hunting
Twitter summary: The owners of a cupcake cafe and a Scottish pub are new next door neighbours and then, food clashes. The good: This is exactly what I needed to get me out of my reading slump — lively banter, sexual tension and an actual plot! I loved Blaire (think of a fabulous 50s characterContinue reading “Kiss My Cupcake by Helena Hunting”
Deep Work by Cal Newport
Twitter summary: “I’ll live the focused life, because it’s the best kind there is.” — Winifred Gallagher The good: I have always prided myself on being able to focus and work productively when at work. However, working from home has eliminated some of my efficacy and so I decided to pick up this book. NewportContinue reading “Deep Work by Cal Newport”
Becoming by Michelle Obama
Twitter summary: Becoming me. Becoming us. Becoming more. The good: I loved listening to Michelle while she told her story and will always recommend listening to the audiobook of a memoir if narrated by the author. The audiobook was over 18 hours long but the overall listening experience did not feel overly long or drawnContinue reading “Becoming by Michelle Obama”
Rage and Ruin by Jennifer L. Armentrout
Twitter summary: Trinity and Zayne, now bonded, can’t resist each other and Zayne is now as vulnerable as a human. Oh, and the Harbinger finally makes an appearance. The good: That’s who the Harbinger is, what?! Zayne is now a — what?! Armentrout has built this rich and captivating world of earthly Avengers (haha) andContinue reading “Rage and Ruin by Jennifer L. Armentrout”
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