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So, there seems to be a lot of blogs concerning this book, I read it and thought awesome. It starts off with commodities in funding JL Wentworth & company. Next, the wife develops a rare illness, then Mildred and is sent to LaFeiro, which I think is a hidden place so nobody knows what your illness is: p.346 parasites-

Loved the relationship dynamic of Kenji and Frank. The best plot twist for me was Kenji's reaction/thoughts/feelings when the finally learned the truth. I love characters who are layered and morally ambiguous because it forces you into deep reflections. Very compelling and gripping. The story covered so many topics, raises interesting points and it does all of that in only 180 pages, which is quite remarkable.

"[W]e should be tough on structures and soft on people." *chef's kiss*

This is a super review, thank you for this

I also read this, the audio version, and recommended it to every single person I had any kind of meaningful conversation with for months afterwards. It's brilliant, and she takes great care to back up her arguments with evidence, which in itself shows up the alt -right's nasty habit of just saying something loudly and repeatedly to get you to believe it (opinion and prejudice are *not* evidence).

Excellent book and review!

We are all Ushikawa at some point in those chapters, haha. I too wondered what I was doing in such a miserable little room, watching strangers, waiting for something to manifest... So RIP, us - dead goats; portals to a balancing force of collective will. If you ask me, he's one of the best (most literary and relatable) characters in the story. Outdone only by his murderer, perhaps. But yeah, if you want plot advancement and answers, he's not it.

two kindered spirits. the book is not for you.

Having read Naomi Klein's fantastic book, 'Shock Doctrine' before the pandemic, about how capitalists, the Davos crowd, cash in on natural and economic 'disasters' (many of which they orchestrate) to fill the pockets of the super rich at the expense of the working and middle classes, I was expecting her to step into the spotlight and rightly receive the due plaudits for predicting the biggest of them all - the Covid cash grab. But Naomi was nowhere to be seen for nearly 2 years, whilst the other Naomi was questioning worldwide authoritarianism and unethical medical bullying. Naomi Wolf, the darling of the left, suddenly received a huge backlash when she pointed out what was happening to women's reproductive health (something she has expertise in) after the arm intervention. But saying there was a problem with the shot was heresy to the left, and in the sudden bizarre change in the political climate at the time, only right leaning media would listen to her. Her politics hadn't changed, but those around her had. Perhaps Naomi Klein's inability to call a spade a spade was due to the fact that two of her close family members had strong ties to the pharmaceutical industry? Another book, written by a left leaning professor during the virus troubles, might help you understand which Naomi is to be most trusted - it's called 'The Treason of the Experts', by Thomas S Harrington.

I LOVED this book - North Woods by Daniel Mason -- and I agree with you, Sabrina, on every level. It's hard to put into words (although you did brilliantly) why this book is so special. I also highly highly recommend this book to everyone. The only advice I would offer as one begins to read is to release any and all judgement, and just let the book take you. It took me almost immediately. I felt my whole body and soul just melt into his writing. And what a ride it was!

Oh goodness. Having flashbacks to my undergrad when we had to interview and shadow professionals in our field. Absolute mayhem. Hundreds of us competing for someone's time and attention and so many professionals ignoring our interest in the work they do. I may not fully understand what or how much a librarian needs to do in a given day, but I have a hard time believing they are unable to find time to have a grad student shadow them.

This video definitely just convinced me to take the leap and go into library science. Thank you so much!

The ending was confusing for me.

I really enjoyed this book! The detail about making a Japanese language dictionary was fascinating. But the characters really had me hooked, especially Majime in his awkward neediness & and &single-minded commitment to his task. His love letter to Kaguya had me rolling. The insights to Nishioka's personality, and Kishibe's struggles to fit in with her new colleagues made those characters very real to me. I cried when I characters this lovely story. I'm now enjoying another read from Shion Miura, The Easy Life in Kamusari.

She worked on this novel with Holly Black and Cassandra Clare.

Fantastic review! Everything you said is exactly how I felt after finishing, only you're far more eloquent 😂 ❤

My vote is still out on this book because I just started section 3 so I feel like a light will be finally be turned on for me with this book. One thing Ido want to say is that I am listening to an audio version and even though I do not often say this, I think reading the actual book would be more beneficial to anyone. I think I really needed to see the section breaks with their titles to have a better comprehension about what is going on here. I am going to also purchase the book now. I think seeing the way the words are laid out on the pages will be beneficial. At first I did not get the Rask/Bevel thing and that confused me. I now know what was going on there and it puts things in focus for me. I appreciate your review.

Where did your husband read about the sprouting from the death of Alice and Mary? I do recall it

This review was clear, engaged, and informative. Many thanks for posting it. And thank you for serving your community as a librarian. I too chose to work at a non-profit for perhaps the same reasons you did.

most beautiful book ive read

I love Easy Beauty!!!!

Hi Sabrina. I rely on audiobooks a lot. Especially because I’m permanently tired. They help ease anxiety. Some books you might like The Mars House by Natasha Pulley A Botanical Daughter by Noah Medlock Brotherless Night Night Bloom Enter Ghost by Isabella Hammad Service by Sarah Gilmartin 🇮🇪

Ann Patchett told me about Tom Lake before she even started writing it! THAT'S what makes it special for me :)

Yes thank you, I really did not like Birnam Wood at all, had to DNF it after the first part, really hated the reading experience so much thar I got rid my copy of The Luminaries as I could not see myself ever picking it up 😂

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The Luminaries is much different from Birnam Wood, but I didn't love either one. I liked Luminaries more or else I wouldn't have been able to finish it. I would suggest you start it and if you like the writing keep going. If it doesn't grab you fairly early, don't.

I just saw your review of TRUST, I was about thinking not to continue Reading …. But You changed my mind… I will get back to you when I finish.

a fellow librarian here. I just finished North Woods a few moments ago and don't think I'll ever forget it. It's a literary miracle. A few months ago, I had my book group read Gender Queer. All thumbs up for the experience. Consider that, if you haven't already. Keep up the great work!

The book read as a collection of sermons regarding social issues near and dear to the author’s heart. Maybe it’s my inborn mistrust of authors presenting personal opinion as settled fact. This is not a novel, but an exercise in confirmation bias; a meandering sermon preaching to the already converted.

Outstanding review!

I agree with you that the connections feel so contrived. The book is more interesting in concept than application.

Thank you for another great video! ❤️🌈📚

100% agree with your thoughts on Strong Female Character. i thought the strongest part of the book was actually the last chapter describing her meltdown. shame we had to wait so long for that

You've made me even more excited for North Woods! I reserved it while back and it came in for me to pick up today 🎉

I loved North Woods too! Great wrap-up. Always enjoys hearing your thoughts. 🥰

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So happy to see you uploading regularly 💛💛💛 Your recommendations are always spot on. So very sorry to hear about your kitty though. Hoping for health and happiness your way 💛

The fat phobia and body shaming has been the reason why I dnf'd Strong Female Character. I totally agree that you don't have to include every detail in a memoir and in this case, it didn't add anything to the picture with regard to her personal story of late diagnosis. I'm actually quite surprised that I don't hear more people talking about this, because I heard nothing but uncritical praise about this book. Maybe I'll pick it up again at some point, only because I'm very much interested in the topic, but I'm not sure yet.

I will definitely be picking up North Woods after this video - I think the concept of following one house/plot of land is absolutely fascinating! Ghosts and beetles? I'm in.

I liked The Bear and the Nightingale until the fantasy stuff kicked in.😅

I've just finished A Place Called Winter and i want to note that i think this review was heavily focused on the mental health explored in the novel. The book primarily deals with a young man who is shunned from his native Edwardian England, building a new life for himself in the newly colonised Canadian Prairies. The book explores themes around sexual identity, homesteading in a new wilderness, indigenous culture, WWI and Spanish Flu pandemic. It is a great read :) I just wanted to provide more balance here.

@katiejlumsden brought me here. Happy Reading! 😎📚👍

‘It would be difficult to observe any criticism with any type of grace.’ Indeed!

I think this book is excellent. I finished it yesterday and slowed down my reading in the last few pages to savor the author’s last few words. Hiking through my local forest will never be the same! I will certainly reread it! I loved hearing the author’s interviews (CZcams). Great review Sabrina, thanks.

Great review! I feel like I haven't heard a lot of people talking about this one so I was intrigued to hear your thoughts. Don't think it's for me but really appreciated the review

So very true I have waited years for her novel the plot was barely there massively confusing. I didn’t like any of the characters, the book didn’t build worlds at all. I finished to see if there would be a resolve but there was none, and it is entirely too long and ends up being an investment of time where one is left more confused than satisfied. I am sure she will do better on her next offering🙏🏾

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“A group of local individuals who read whatever I tell them to” is kind of the dream. Thanks for the review!