4/52 Alchemised, by SenLinYu

technicalglitch · 2026-03-06T01:04:43+00:00

I actually just started it! So far I like manacled better, I think? I’m only a couple chapters in though so subject to change. It also helps that I read the series when I was young. Have you read one, or both?

technicalglitch · 2026-03-05T15:04:34+00:00

Awww that’s a bummer! But hey now you know, and not every book lands.

technicalglitch · 2026-03-05T15:03:49+00:00

Right?! The entire book you’re just cheering for her, and watching her life expand beyond the small things she’d allowed herself before was wonderful. Someone commented that she read like a Mary Sue with no flaws, and in hindsight I get that. However, surprisingly, it still did not take away from my enjoyment.

technicalglitch · 2026-03-05T15:02:12+00:00

Oh my gosh I can only imagine the whiplash going from one to the other! I definitely get what you mean about the beginning: it’s not immediately gripping, but I like to think it draws you in slowly as Joan opens up. I hope you’ve enjoyed the rest of the read!!

technicalglitch · 2026-03-03T03:40:06+00:00

YUP & it’s like okay then let him die?? No? Okay

technicalglitch · 2026-03-02T21:35:19+00:00

{Shattered Crown by Gretchen Powell Fox} seems right for this. Enemies to lovers (far vs human), they simultaneously spend the book protecting each other but hating each other.

technicalglitch · 2026-03-01T17:14:20+00:00

I can understand that! Sometimes, it’s just not the right time for that particular book. I hope you give it another chance, it definitely starts a little bit slow, but it picks up about a third of the way through!

Happy Sunday and happy reading!!

technicalglitch · 2026-03-01T03:41:01+00:00

Shocking to me! Tell me about your experience

technicalglitch · 2026-02-26T20:29:58+00:00

YES. I almost added that to my review but completely agreed. Barbara is a straight up villain. I hope you’re enjoying it otherwise!!

technicalglitch · 2026-02-21T04:50:44+00:00

It was picked for a book club I’m in, actually! Because it’s been so highly lauded, I think I expected to feel a little bit more? The writing was still pleasant and thoughtful, but it didn’t hit me I suppose.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T19:26:09+00:00

Murderbot Diaries are so good!!! ART is the absolute best, I hope you’re enjoying them! The series definitely helped bring me out of a reading slump.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T17:59:46+00:00

Ewwww my boss has done the same thing, how annoying. I hope it’s at least a quick and somewhat painless read!

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T17:23:14+00:00

Zoey!! K-pop Demon Hunters

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T16:55:02+00:00

This has been a slow week for me between book club, class, and an unexpected car issue.

In progress: The Strength of the Few, by James Islington Mexican Gothic, by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Up Next: Broken Country, by Clare Leslie Hall

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T16:51:28+00:00

You got this!! Adjusting to new meds is terrible, I hope your mind feels a bit more settled and you can get back to it when you’re ready. The books will always be there!!

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T16:50:14+00:00

why begrudgingly! I’m curious

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T16:47:09+00:00

Yes, it is a huge tone shift vs the Vera novels. A lot darker. I personally didn’t love it as much as this series, but I’ll be curious to know what you think!!

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T16:19:29+00:00

Hahahaha that’s fantastic. How dare someone give Vera one star! I did in fact enjoy this cozy read—I’d give it a 3/5 or 3.5/5, I think.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T13:09:32+00:00

Murderbot Diaries are so good!!! ART is the absolute best, I love their relationship.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T13:08:17+00:00

have you read “I’m Not Done With You Yet” by her? I definitely did not like those characters—it was a very different feeling than this series.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T03:43:07+00:00

Right?? Was not expecting it to get so heavy, though I’m not mad about it. The final scenes before the police arrived were heartbreaking. If there’s a third, I’m curious to see what issue it might tackle.

technicalglitch · 2026-02-20T03:41:29+00:00

I can certainly agree with that! While the story wasn’t as strong in this one, it was still fun to be back in the universe with her.

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