I just started the second chapter, and the scene outside the Queen's door is written so confusingly to me. At some points, I can't tell who is moving, who is unlocking the door, etc. The language of the writing is beautiful prose, but sometimes, the clarity seems to be getting lost in the style. Has anyone else had this issue or am I just not used to reading this author's style?

What is something that turns you away from a book? Like when you read the synopsis, and you just know the book is not the one for you. Example: When I read that a book features "political intrigue" I just know I am going to get bored. Also, I don't like vampires, so I try to avoid them in any media when I can.

You know... When I was a teenager, I read 13 books from the New Species series in a week and a half... THIRTEEN. From Fury to Smiley...

Now it takes me a month to read anything. This can not be the same brain that managed to do that x_x

ok so I used to be a big ebook hater (not in general, just for me personally), I just like the physical aspect of reading a book and being able to write on it, but recently I've realized how many advantages ebooks actually have, the fact that you get them right away, you can take it anywhere, not to mention how much cheaper they are, and I actually saw today that you can search the meaning of words and save them?

So if you own an e-reader, what are your favorite aspects of it, why do you like reading ebooks? But also tell me the negative parts of it (if any)!

Also, which version of your kindle/kobo do you own and what version would you recommend? I would be more inclined to get a kobo, since kindle is owned by amazon, but I'm open to hear all opinions!

I haven't read Huck Finn, but I hope it doesn't make me feel lost when I'm reading this.

““You’ve hit the nail on the head, Anastasia. That’s exactly what the scythedom is: high school with murder.””

I cackled at this. Everything really does come back to high school dynamics!

I never know what to answer when I see questions about book boyfriends because I don't see any one character as a potential partner. So I was wondering if maybe I'm taking it a bit too literal and it just means favorite character? I'd love to read your thoughts on this.

Fake ass bitch. Tim tams ARE that good

Hi, i can't find part 2 here. only #0 or #.05.

Think about it - would you just read more, or would you not know about many books and read less?

Discuss!

I struggle with my mental health 👎🏽👎🏽 it’s gotten so much better over the past few years, but every now and then your girl gets real low and can’t find joy in anything.

The worst part? I had just started a new read I was actually enjoying… and then the depression hit. I tried to keep going, but even reading, my usual safe space, just stopped working.

I’ve tried video games, puzzling, coloring, watching murder docs and other true crime things, but nothing’s making a difference. Then I got a bit neuro-spicy and the sound of my AC started driving me up the wall, so now I’ve got old faithful (Parks & Rec) running in the background for comfort noise.

What do you all do when joy is nowhere in sight? I know it’ll pass. It always does. But right now? Everything feels muted, and I hate it. So I’m hiding under a weighted blanket trying to out-vibe the void 😅

I struggle with my mental health 👎🏽👎🏽 it’s gotten so much better over the past few years, but every now and then your girl gets real low and can’t find joy in anything.

The worst part? I had just started a new read I was actually enjoying… and then the depression hit. I tried to keep going, but even reading, my usual safe space, just stopped working.

I’ve tried video games, puzzling, coloring, watching murder docs and other true crime things, but nothing’s making a difference. Then I got a bit neuro-spicy and the sound of my AC started driving me up the wall, so now I’ve got old faithful (Parks & Rec) running in the background for comfort noise.

What do you all do when joy is nowhere in sight? I know it’ll pass. It always does. But right now? Everything feels muted, and I hate it. So I’m hiding under a weighted blanket trying to out-vibe the void 😅

I absolutely LOVE doing this - it lets me see all kinds of things people have read, are reading and plan on reading. I get off work in an hour and I finished the book I was reading on shift tonight.

So. What I want to know is everyone's Last - Now - Next! I started another one right after, but I am a mood reader and have no idea what I am going to read next.. so I need ideas from you all with your answers!

Last - Fixiation of the Mind by Kira Stanely Now - Black Ties & White Lies by Kat Singleton Next - IDK lol. Maybe the 2nd in the series for my NOW book.