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If an Egyptian Cannot Speak English by Noor Naga
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
تغريبة القافر by زهران القاسمي
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Nestlings by Nat Cassidy
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Thanks to netgalley for a free copy of this ebook in exchange for a review.
The afterword definitely changed my perspective on this read. It was a very simple read with themes of postpartum, mental health, and a bit of religion. I enjoyed the alternating chapter perspectives, I think this really added much more suspense to the read.
The only thing for me is that I suspected more horror. The horror DID come in but only about 80% through the book. There were teasers here and there from the beginning, which were terrifying, and I really wanted more.
I will say, about 80% through, the horror really amped up and I was loving it!
Very enticing premise overall and I'd recommend to anyone looking for a simple horror story.
#netgalley #nestlings #natcassidy
The afterword definitely changed my perspective on this read. It was a very simple read with themes of postpartum, mental health, and a bit of religion. I enjoyed the alternating chapter perspectives, I think this really added much more suspense to the read.
The only thing for me is that I suspected more horror. The horror DID come in but only about 80% through the book. There were teasers here and there from the beginning, which were terrifying, and I really wanted more.
I will say, about 80% through, the horror really amped up and I was loving it!
Very enticing premise overall and I'd recommend to anyone looking for a simple horror story.
#netgalley #nestlings #natcassidy
Mornings in Jenin by Susan Abulhawa
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Beautiful, emotional, and rich storytelling of a story we’ve all heard before. This reminded me of Salt Houses because of the way we follow generation after generation and get to know everyone.
I really enjoyed this throughout except for the last 1/3 of the book. I found it to be very repetitive and chaotic. Not event wise, but writing wise. One thing would be mentioned and it’s
Like the author got sidetracked and then came back to that thing only to explain it all over again.
I really enjoyed this throughout except for the last 1/3 of the book. I found it to be very repetitive and chaotic. Not event wise, but writing wise. One thing would be mentioned and it’s
Like the author got sidetracked and then came back to that thing only to explain it all over again.
Notes on an Execution by Danya Kukafka
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Beautiful World, Where Are You by Sally Rooney
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sometimes was lost in what was happening but other parts were very relatable
eileen is definitely unhinged tho
eileen is definitely unhinged tho
Serious Concerns by Wendy Cope
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
3.0
funny, unserious poetry about seriously unserious topics
Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Loved the ridiculousness, the crazy plots, the characters, the magical realism elements
I think the ending was rushed and a bit too detached from the whole story (I already kind of forgot it 12 hours after finishing this)
I think the ending was rushed and a bit too detached from the whole story (I already kind of forgot it 12 hours after finishing this)