It was a fun queer romp, but the characters felt like they were written to be a lot younger than they actually were. This was definitely more of a YA novel than anything else, heavy on the young. But I enjoyed the plot, the humor was okay. Not my top read but a good filler book if you're not looking for something super in-depth and just want something light and quick.

I was not ready for this one. Han Kang always covers heavy topics, but this one definitely hit too close to home. The Vegetarian explored so many ways that women are silenced. A choice as simple as becoming a vegetarian set off an entire family who then reacted in the absolute worst ways and that's pretty close to what happens when anyone, women in particular, try to break the societal mold. We are viewed as crazy, treated horribly, and struggle with that ability to find the balance of trying to find normalcy and being true to ourselves. The ending is a reminder that you end up losing a huge part of yourself when you're forced to conform. Definitely couldn't recommend this book enough as it works on so many levels, metaphorical and otherwise.

This was everything I hoped it would be and more. The sci-fi elements are well done and coupled with thriller elements seamlessly, while also keeping in a good sense of humor. I found all of the characters relatable in one way or another, and they're all imperfect in human ways. It's a struggle of finding your place in the world along with interpersonal relationships, and seeing how they all weave together was a fun time.

Body horror, insect horror, cosmic horror all rolled up into one. Couldn't have imagined a better way for this story to go.

This was everything I had hoped it would be

Molly was one of the first people to truly educate me on what being blind is, and this book told through her voice is incredibly powerful. She's able to be relatable by anyone, and her stories are something we all can face in some form or another (i.e. discrimination). Though her experience is unique, it is easy for readers to be able to empathize and understand her viewpoints. I also love how she had little details to make the book more inclusive (like the font choice being easier for people with dyslexia to read) and I appreciate those touches! Definitely would recommend, but it does get emotional at times.