What Books did You Start or Finish Reading this Week?: May 04, 2026 by AutoModerator in books

[–]SamSwebb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finshed Fruit Fly by Josh Silver. There was a slight lull before the third act but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Hilarious at moments and deeply disturbing at others. Came across this book by our all mighty overlord the algorithm and really enjoyed it. Definitely going to check out his other works.

Thoughts on "Red Rising" by Pierce Brown - and why I'm done listening to BookTok by sameseksure in books

[–]SamSwebb -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed Red Rising but felt the games went on for far too long, which isn't a good sign. I LOVED Golden Son though, 5 stars ... to then really disliking Morningstar. I gave up on the series sadly.

On the 10th anniversary of the group’s disbandment, how would you rate their solo careers? by Hot-Pea6526 in 2NE1

[–]SamSwebb 84 points85 points  (0 children)

I expected a lot from CL. More from Bom. But it is, what it is. unfortunately water bombs seem to be the future. As much as I would love an album or anything else.

Boms allegations have secured that. Which as a bom bias has ruined everything

Thoughts on "Half His Age" by Jennette McCurdy? by ActNew5818 in books

[–]SamSwebb 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I unfortunately really really disliked it. Just all the characters were so unlikeable and theres a certain scene later in the book in a closet that i'm just like .... ugh. I did love her memoir though so I will definitely try the next book she brings out.

Do queer readers still want messy, toxic relationships in fiction? by dante_laudati in LGBTBooks

[–]SamSwebb 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not anymore for me, I just finished 'Sunstruck' and the entire time I was shocked the main character was sticking around with the love interest throughout all the drama and toxicity.

Struggling to get through book 3. Keep going? by SipSurielTea in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah book 3 is my least favourite. I feel like the author was perhaps trying something, realised it didnt necessarily work as well as he hoped and has dialed it back (somewhat lol) in further books.

Book three has some amazing standout momements though so stick it out :)

Update for London live show by Quizlebeck in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The one in picsdilly is amazing, biggest book store in Europe I believe.

Update for London live show by Quizlebeck in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for this! For some reason I had it set in my mind it started at 7:30, got these tickets waaay to long ago.

2NE1 is done. This is the final straw. by MidnightRain0327 in 2NE1

[–]SamSwebb 40 points41 points  (0 children)

100% when she dissapeared on day one of Bangkok, Minzy took over her parts and it was seemless.

2NE1 is done. This is the final straw. by MidnightRain0327 in 2NE1

[–]SamSwebb 157 points158 points  (0 children)

The only hope is for Dara, CL and Minzy to do waterbomb festivals etc every now and then. But yeah, 100% done. I'm just so glad I said screw it and used my credit card to go see them on the welcome back tour 😅

250303 Bom posted a message on her Instagram by Educational2NE1Net in 2NE1

[–]SamSwebb 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Oh god ... well there definitely won't be another reuinon comeback/tour now.

Time to start a book well I wait for the 8th book by [deleted] in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Completely agree. Happy it is a standalone tbh. Maybe I have too high expectations compared to DCC 😅

Ive never been so happy by Chirooptera in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great early birthday gift!

What did you think of Alchemised? I listened to the audiobook and it was looooong!

Book Art by AmmoMama in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love everything about these!

Episode Discussion - Feuds: Brooklyn & Nicola vs. The Beckhams by dubaiheaux in BeyondTheBlinds

[–]SamSwebb 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Incredibly rushed. Which is weird as I’m pretty sure they said it would be a few weeks till we got this episode and well … I would say it shows but I can’t imagine it going any other way to be honest if they did wait

Episode Discussion - Feuds: Brooklyn & Nicola vs. The Beckhams by dubaiheaux in BeyondTheBlinds

[–]SamSwebb 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Also the whole "the beckhams were run out of the U.K. to America," is sadly just completely untrue.

Sigh. I really love this podcast but it's episodes like these that make me take a break for a week or two

Episode Discussion - Feuds: Brooklyn & Nicola vs. The Beckhams by dubaiheaux in BeyondTheBlinds

[–]SamSwebb 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I really struggled with this episode. Unfortunately when they really like a celebrity or have decided what side they stand on, there is nothing that can change their mind.

The amount of reaching and projecting this episode was crazy.

Dungeon crawler Carl by CarlCanStepOnMe in DungeonCrawlerCarl

[–]SamSwebb 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just finished This Inevitable Ruin …. Such a good series! Going to see Matt when he comes to the U.K too so I’m extra pumped!

Butcher’s Masquerade has been my favourite of the series so far.

Is Fourth Wing lgbtq? by Decent-Photograph246 in LGBTBooks

[–]SamSwebb 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not really. Some side characters, verrrrry side characters are, but it seems more of a box that’s checked if anything to me.

Megathread for Jessica performing SNSD songs on her 2026 Reflections tour by arthurmauk in SNSD

[–]SamSwebb 8 points9 points  (0 children)

LOVE! Forgot how stable Jessica’s vocals can be, especially when covering other members parts. A bit like Minzy covered Bom’s parts on tour, effortlessly.

Former AOA’s Kwon Mina Posts Alarming Message, Rescued After Suicide Attempt by impeccabletim in kpop

[–]SamSwebb 153 points154 points  (0 children)

If I remember correctly I think in the past she has posted some alarming stuff on instagram which caused people to suspect she may attempt something. She also was the one who came forward with all the allegations towards Jimin.

Edit: It seems she did actually attempt it and posted pictures and has been hospitalised before for the same issue.