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Hey Nickelle! I'd like to recommend you The Broken Earth trilogy. It is by N.K. Jemisin, a black author. They are not British, afaik. This trilogy is in between fantasy and sci-fi. It is brilliant! One of my most favorite books! And they are only about 300 - 400p each (not long at all for this genre 😅). The main themes revolved around are mother - daughter relationship and different kinds of love. The writing is beautiful and unique. Difficult to put down. My favorite booktubers aside from you 😁) are featuring this trilogy among their all time favorite ( Peruse Project, The Book Leo, Cari Can Read ). Love the content you are creating and it is clear to see how you get better and better at it with each video! Hugs from Romania 🤗

I wish you feel everyday a little better, and eventually back to completely healthy!

Please please please read tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow!!! It’s such a great book. Flew through it. Really think you’d like it.

Absolutely love this video!! I found this video while planning to start my own channel, and this is exactly the vibe I'm going for 🤗 It's so nice to see another booktuber of color with chronic fatigue/health issues; I'm hoping to talk about that on my channel as well 🥰 Can't wait to watch more of your videos!

Great vlog! You are absolutely stunning btw 😍

I ve read Magnolia Parks as well. I reallly liked your review, bc I also thought it was truely awfull. I respect giving it three stars, bc you re right, it was addicting.. but nonetheless I cannot understand the hype about it. Also really nice and important that you mentioned, you hope there will be some help for the younger audience to somehow reflect on the toxicness of the relationship. But thank you for the wrap up, I really enjoyed watching it ☺

Love the longer format! :)

Loved this longer video from you and the book launch looked so good. On another note what blush do you wear it’s absolutely gorgeous? 💛

Shuggie Bain is a must read for sure!!! We have really similar taste in books and I think you'd really enjoy it❤

As a bookseller, here's my take on A Little Life. Yes, the book is full of repeated child rape in graphic detail. People often refer to it as torture porn, but I don't think it is. Yanagihara uses child rape on Jude's character because she needs him to have certain characteristics that fit her story. It's not pornography she's writing about -- it's about how abuse can change the psyche of a person so deeply, they barely think they're a person at all. They think they deserve it -- how often does a victim say that? It's heartbreaking, and how do you have any kind of relationship with that kind of person? They "know" they are worthless, so what does anything matter? This is what Yanagihara is writing about. She does not hate gay men or blacks or minorities; she asked her own friends -- POC gay men -- for help with POC gay male life. Yanagihara did do tons of research for this book. Yanagihara is, herself, a POC. This was my favorite book the year it came out. I am the kind of person -- despite being sensitive to a fault -- who can read about awful things and have that inform the reading experience, not my life. But if you feel you can't read about child rape, then definitely don't read this book. I just really hate that there's so much disinformation out there about Yanagihara because people opposed her book. The opposition to her book is fine -- it's legit to not like a book for whatever reason, or no reason. Based on your reaction (which is perfectly legitimate) to Push/Precious, which I did also read, I'd skip ALL. Hope this helps.

Lovely long vlog!! I love the new book shelves that you chose, they look gorgeous. I'm so sorry you had covid and I'm glad you're ok, it must have been so scary after what you went through previously. You mentioned so many books that I've either read or want to read that I forgot most of what I wanted to say 😂 Ace Of Spades is our work book club book for August. Looking forward to that one. Also really want to read Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband. Natives is really good. Must read Small Worlds as I adored Open Water. Pleeeease give Writers & Lovers another chance!! I've read it twice and it was 5* both times. I did listen on audio and there's a great narrator. I want to read all of her books! Oh and thank you for saying that there is a sequel next month to the girl with the louding voice!! I'm so happy!! I always hoped she'd wrote a sequel and that book is just wonderful +++!

loved this video, it was very comforting !!

I read a little life, it was definitely dark. Have you read any trigger warnings? That would be helpful to see if you feel comfortable reading it or not! I did like it overall but it was very very sad and disturbing

Yay! You're gonna read Tomorrow & Tomorrow & Tomorrow, it's such a good book! I read Blue Sisters and enjoyed it but was a little disappointed at the end. I added so many books from your tbr shelf to my tbr list lol I'll never get through them all. So glad you recovered from having covid again and it was mild this time. ❤

You look RADIANT! Love this wrap-up vid, your Magnolia Parks review has me cackling.

For a lighter read I would recommend Honey & Spice by Bolu Babalola. She is a black British Nigerian author x

Because you've asked for non-spoilery warnings, I would like to flag Boy Parts by Eliza Clark. I almost bought it recently at a used bookshop, and read the first page of it, and that already had some disgusting things. Would suggest to skip that as well if you are sensitive to such things.

This video is helping me get through Monday morning wfh 🧑‍💻

As a disabled person I have a pretty extreme dislike of A Little Life. The entire book felt like an exercise for the author in how much she could shock an audience. A friend of mine referred to it as "disability porn" and I couldn't agree more. I wholeheartedly wouldn't recommend it, especially if you dnf'ed Precious.

Don't get me started on the weather!! 😮 Literally been like Oct weather?? But we're in July??!! 😅 Yeah the effects of growing up on CZcams is like the effects of social media in general on young teens and kids etc! We won't know until like 10 maybe even 20 years after! I can only imagine how it might affect them and I totally understand why people do and also don't show their kids online! Esp 'cause there are so many creeps online and you can't control who sees what you're posting! Well on CZcams anyway! Even more so if you're an influencer/CZcamsr (or whatever word people prefer)!

Hi Nickelle! Really enjoyed this video ❤️❤️ please don't read a little life or anything by yanagihara, if you do a quick google you will find how problematic she is (from writing trauma porn, doing little to no research about mental illness when writing a little life, and so much more). I unfortunately read it a few years ago before knowing any of this, and from reading the book through I've also concluded that she obviously has issues with gay men, poor men, and men of colour :/

I would like to recommend a book which I think you might like... It's called Yellow Crocus by Laila Ibrahim....😊

A Little Life is at least as intense as Push if not worse imo. I personally didn’t like A Little Life bc it just seemed like it was punishing the characters for no reason. The School for Good Mothers was interesting, a little heavy and left me wanting more but you might like it.

Loved this vlog! It felt like hanging out with a friend ❤

You seem like such a lovely and down to earth human (;

I’m sending you love❤❤❤

If you're looking for a fun urban fantasy written by a black author you should check out King of Dead Things by Nevin Holness! It takes Caribbean folklore and puts it in a modern London setting. I really enjoyed it and think it should be getting more attention tbh

I’ve still never watched Bridgerton 😭

Oh No I hope you and the hubby are better now from COVID

I'm just mentioning this for the info of anyone else who wonders how to mask indoors (for example, at events or in the cinema) and still not dehydrate. You can get these reusable valves that you put into your FFP2/FFP3 mask and you can sip your drink through straws in the valve! They're called Sip Masks. They're in the UK at the face mask store, but probably cheaper just to get a few from the States, tbh. Hope this helps x

I have a love hate relationship with A Little Life. I do think the writing is really amazing but personally I wouldn't recommend this book to anyone only because I feel as though the author uses incredibly traumatising events for the purpose of shock value. I've read many books that discuss heavy triggering topics with the purpose of raising awareness and to allow the reader to gain perspective, I felt as though A Little Life did not have that kind of approach. An example of a book that deals with traumatising events in a really understanding way is My Dark Vanessa, Kate Elizabeth Russell handles the topics in a very gentle empathetic sort of way, whereas in A Little Life it feels as through the author is trying to get a reaction out of you. I think you have to be a certain type of person to enjoy a book like this and I am not one of them, maybe that's because I'm sensitive but I don't know I reckon you should tread with caution haha. Sorry for that info dump, I love your long chatty vlogs btw, your channel is so comforting to me!!! <3

Loved the longer vlog so much - perfect Sunday morning watching ❤

Omg loooove your bowls!! So so glad you’re recovered from Covid 🩷 hahaha you picking up the host in Waterstones, teenage me loved that book 😂 I can’t wait for you to read noughts and crosses!!! I keep thinking about reading a little life but idk if my heart can handle, love the way your lil bookshelf turned out and omg 6 year old you.. soooo cute 🥹

i genuinely don't think you should read a little life to be honest. it's more harrowing than what you can imagine. that doesn't change the fact that it's really beautiful but considering you haven't done well with similar content, i personally wouldn't recommend it x

Lovely vlog, Nickelle! Re A Little Life: there are a few sections that are really intense and some problematic themes. That said, the vast majority of the book focuses more of friendship and beautiful writing so... I would recommed it but only when you feel in a good, strong state of mind. I do think of it as a modern classic and the characters will stay with you. 🥺❤

🎉 yesss a new video from our favoriteeeee ❤❤ I hope you're doing well Nickelle 😊

Yay! Cosy sunday morning, coffee, toast and Nickelle's Nook on the laptop. Perfect!

Alsooooooo, even if you’re in a slump? we love the content! even if it’s a litttle book slump update, a hack you found! anything! but we totally understand if you prefer breaks from youtube 🫶🏾 you’re personality is soo lovely! we love whatever content you give us

woww, you didnt like josiah from before i let go? wow! i think we are all entitled to our opinions. I think he was wonderful. He represented a black man who has spent decades masking his pain, but expressing his love. Though he had moments of coldness, I believe he was still a great guy. Like too many men, he ignored his own mental health challenges, and covered them with band aids. I think there's always this expectation for men to be hopelessly romantic in spite of what women may put them through, and the emotional burdens that weigh down a relationship. It can be idealistic, but it is also selfish. he claimed her and expressed his love, betrayal, and hurt up until he felt it couldn't be repaired. nonetheless, it was a great book and i love when you do tier ranking books

Glad you’re back! I love the way you describe books, so entertaining. Kinda curious about magnolia parks now 😂

loveee the new microphone and the summery vibes you’re bringing ! i loved the first three seasons of scandal but around the fourth i lost interest 🥲. but i did enjoy the earlier seasons thoroughly though ! anyways, you’re glowing nickelle, i hope you have a good rest of your day.

8:40 "toxic little monstrosity" had me LOLing so hard. Girl I missed you. I haven't been on booktube in a hot minute (aka several months) and you're always a delight to watch and engage with. I'm happy you got out of your reading slump!! I guess I've kinda been in one myself? I haven't really been interested in reading for basically all of this year, which feels a little different than trying to read and not enjoying any books, but I'm just getting back into it.

You are so beautifuuuulllll❤❤❤❤

Magnolia Parks was SO BAD, but why did I read the whole thing in like three days?! Haha I completely agree with your review

I am the Sophie that Nickelle is talking about in this video. I can honestly say that Nickelle is as lovely and as kind and genuine as she seems in her vlogs. I was so nervous about going to the book event, I am huge fan of Adam and of Gary and I sat down next to Nickelle and the rest is history. She was so easy to talk to and so engaged in everything I had to say and it is hard to find people like that. People that care. Nickelle you told me you freelanced and Adam did dobe you in, but it is a good thing because you now have a supporter and a friend for life! I will forever watch your channel. For anyone reading this, Invest your time in Nickelle's vlogs she is incredible and I was so lucky and privileged to have been able to spend such a huge amount of time with her. Thank you Nickelle for being so wonderful. Also I am going to have to read Magnolia Parks now because I need to understand what you are talking about and make sure I stay away from BJ's ;).

Can we take a minute firstly to say how beautiful you look!! Love your top 😊 I haven't read any of these, but I absolutely loved Queenie. I sat down to watch one episode then realised I'd watched six and had to go to bed!! I thought that actor that played Queenie was stunning and so great to see an actor with curves, I loved that too. It seems Magnolia Parks had generated a lot of feeling!! I'd never heard of it! Xx

Magnolia Park is trashy and toxic? Sold!

YOU LOOK SO BEAUTIFUL

I as well was not impressed with Magnolia Parks and all the hype. I have all the books with the original covers ordered the series from Blackwell and don’t think I will be reading anymore of the series. Well let’s just say the rest is on the very very very bottom of my TBR and my TBR grows every time.

Hey! Please make more "while i read" content. I love the updates. I finished this book in one day and i continued to pause your video until i made it to the chapter you were at. I loved your inputs because they highlighted things that i didnt in the stories, and i focused on other details of each story. subjective opinions during "book reads" are sooo soothing because it felt like "girl talk" ! love love love. you are soo sympathetic and i admire your vulnerability. thank you for being you