5-stars • Bright Young Women powerfully reclaims true crime stories, centring victims and survivors while critiquing sexism and media glorification of criminals.
4.5-stars • Listen for the Lie is a gripping thriller that defies true crime podcast stereotypes through its complex female lead, exploration of small-town justice, and buried secrets.
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Explore my 2024 Mid-Year Book Freakout Tag, where I share my reading highs, lows, surprises, and progress on various book challenges, including favourite reads, anticipated releases, and goals for the year.
5-stars • The Women is a powerful novel about the erasure and resilience of women during the Vietnam War through the lens of friendship, societal challenges, and the lasting impacts of conflict.
A heartwarming and suspenseful must-read for fans of the single parent x nanny trope and romantic thrillers, Ashes of You expertly blends love, family, and gripping intrigue in a captivating small-town setting.
5-stars • Ripe by Sarah Rose Etter is a poignant and darkly satirical exploration of classism, mental health, and the dystopian nature of modern work culture.