This is different. This is written in 2nd person. I don't recall reading a book like this. That being said...

YALL. YALL.🗣️ Why am I already in love with the book? I know it is premature, but I hope my feelings maintain. I am already immersed and captivated. I cannot explain why just yet. The writing style is just 💋

I unfortunately am still really struggling to stay invested in these characters and this world. It's not that things aren't happening, they definitely are, but I don't feel connected enough to anything that's going on and I'm mostly just bored. I'm trying to push to the end of the book anyway, but I'm sort of afraid this series just isn't going to be for me.

I couldn’t do it…the narrator is so pretentious lmao I can’t stand her. I know that’s supposed to be apart of her character but omg I can’t do it! 😭

I'm excited! Got the book from the library after someone highly recommended it here in the club forum! After finishing a Sherlock Holmes retelling I'm in the mood for some epic fantasy (maybe also as a stepping stone towards starting even more epic fantasy, aka The Way of Kings - I'm afraid of 1100 pages & I need to ease my way into it 🫣). Can't wait to start!

I am speechless. These horrible, sad and tragic stories. And at the same time it makes me so angry how their employers deny any responsibility.

Another Roald Dahl masterpiece! He adds a way of life, in the form of magic, to his characters. Many have mentioned to me that they read several of his books when they were children. I guess I am just one of those people that missed out reading him when I was younger however, I am extremely happy to discover him now and know that my grandchildren are reading his books also. This story was made into a movie also and I can't wait to see it. I highly recommend reading Roald Dahl if you haven't already experienced this author!

Since Pagebound I've been reading more books at once (and just plain reading more) and I've developed some habits I want to share but I also need more tips and want to hear about yours!

I read a nonfiction audiobook, currently The Palestine Laboratory when I'm walking places (mainly to the thrift store and the used bookstore where there are cats for me to pet while listening) or if I'm playing a game I don't have to focus on.

I've been reading my literary fiction, currently A Girl Called Eel while I'm on break at work - it just developed like that I didn't plan it but when I'm at work I'm drawn to my lit fic. I typically like reading my lit fic during the day - it doesn't tend to be a genre I like opening up super early or late so afternoon fits it best.

I've been reading my adult fantasy, currently Babel mostly in the mornings but sometimes staying up late to fit in a couple chapters. Adult fantasy is easier for me to get totally lost in and wanting to stay up for but the morning time calls to it for me and the vibe with my morning tea is perfect for it.

And I've been reading my cozy fantasy, currently Howl's Moving Castle as an in-between when I know I want to read but am emotionally overwhelmed from my other books!

So what's your method if you read multiple books at once? Do you break it up by genre? Time of day? All vibes no plan? I'm tempted to start even more books but I'm worried I'll get lost in the sauce.

Hi everyone! 🥰

I’ve been really enjoying my time on Pagebound; the community vibe here is just so fun and unique, it always keeps me coming back. So I’m curious to hear from you all: how long have you been on PB, what made you create an account, and why do you actively comment, post, or join quests instead of just lurking?

I imagine most of you probably saw PB on Instagram or TikTok, or maybe a friend told you about it? I wonder if anyone here actually knows each other in real life!

For me, I joined around mid/late July during my exam period. I saw an Instagram ad, loved the design, and was in a reading slump, so I thought it might help – and it really did! I started off mostly lurking, but after exams I made my first post and got so many lovely comments that I immediately felt part of the community. I started recognizing some names, and it’s became such a nice feeling to feel connected and included here!

Things are starting to get a bit more interesting for me now. I was sort of struggling in the first half of this book, not really fully invested in any of the POV characters, but I am starting to like at least something out of each storyline. I still am not fully invested in the world or its atmosphere - the viking/Norse gods aesthetic is not really my favorite and I don't love the constant violence, but I'm willing to hold out a little longer to see if I can be persuaded.