Turtles All the Way Down | 
Time for a new audiobook! 🤗
Edit: I made it 35 minutes in and had to bail. The narrator was terrible, she sounded too robotic.
pickCaveat: I've not read YA fiction in ages.
As everyone is saying, John Green does an amazing job at allowing us to empathize with the MC's obsessive thoughts. How heartbreakingly sad it is.
The mystery was wrapped up quickly and really not that interesting, but I guess the book wasn't about that.
And are all YA teen characters so wonderfully articulate, funny and erudite?
Def recommend a read, and check out John's youtube channel.
pickI thought the description of mental illness was well written. I just love John Green‘s writing.
so-so3/5
My first John Green book was just okay. While the portrayal of Aza's mental illness was eye-opening, I didn't really love the story. I thought the side story about the missing CEO seemed kind of pointless. I hoped it would all connect somehow and add some depth to the plot, but it didn't. There is definitely beautiful writing in here, but at times it felt entitled and even unrealistic.
#ReadHarder2019
pickDear god, this book. Where do I even begin? Well, with the obvious. You should read it. And read it again. And put it on a special place on your bookshelf so you can see it every morning, so it can remind you about the magic of the world, the magic of people, of healing, of best friends, of love. If it doesn't break your heart, I don't know if you really have one. By far my favorite John Green book. 5/5 stars. 💛
Turtle image by linocut. Thanks!
pickThis book was wonderful. So true to life about mental illness and how it can isolate you without you having much control but also how getting help can make you better, not heal you, but make you better. Warning though I found myself disassociating a little bit while reading due to my own mental illness so please have care if this is an issue for you
Knitted up a new bookmark to start a new book. I love doing this and leaving the bookmarks in the library books hoping the next person likes it
Haven‘t read in a hot minute. Continuing my read and drinking yummy coffee. So far enjoying my read featuring anxious Aza.
It has been a long day...
Settling down ito my armchair,
Now I hear the gentle prattle of rain,
I can smell the fresh brewed coffee,
With each page I turn, I am lulled deep into the embrace of another world, another life, and even though it is for a short while, I feel like I am at home away from home...💕☕️🌧️
Next audiobook. This one is for the letter “T“ for the #litsyAtoZ challenge.
What books are you reading that you LOVE 😍 I am gonna start a new John Green book. Enjoy this pic too
John Green has a way of relating to the younger generation. As a high school student, I don‘t think a quote has ever been more true.
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#johngreen #turtlesallthewaydown #highschool
Went for a lovely #audiowalk today down my favourite trail. #litsywalkers #audiowalking
Almost done!
#wellnesswednesday #selfcare
pickHonestly I just really enjoyed this book!
I sympathized with main character Aza Holmes as she tries desperately to not let herself fall further into her downward spiral. How can she do everyday activities when there is bacteria growing everywhere?
When she begins eating hand sanitizer to help clean her insides, I felt like I was going to cry for her. What a wonderfully described character.
A very solid read, and what an insight into anxiety.
I hear ya, Aza...
Not what I was expecting so far but I am pleasantly surprised. Looking forward to the second half.
pickI checked this out on a whim two days ago while perusing the available audiobooks at the library. I have fiercely hated John Greene‘s other books (why does he always kill his main character).
This book though. 😍 To see anxiety portrayed so fiercely was refreshing. The irrationality of it. The way you know it‘s irrational but can‘t stop. We need more books that portray mental health in a way that‘s brutal but honest.
pickI mean, it was good... But not my favourite John Green. Good to have a book that talks about mental health, in a realistic way. Somehow, though, it didn't spark feelings in me the way I expected.
Oh how I'm enjoying this book! Aza is my hero. ♡♡♡ Happy Easter Littens 🐰🌷
My first John Green, might be my last, not because it isn't good, it is, but right now it was a bad choice for someone having anxiety problems, but hey MC and I are on the same med now, so that was weird 😂. Also it's not my norm, so no shade, just maybe not for me.
pickThis is a brilliant dive into the head of someone suffering from acute anxiety. The monologue inside the main characters head takes center stage and you get to experience her spirals as her situation devolves. Having dealt with these mental health issues in my own family, I was struck with how relatable her experiences were.
I love it when my mom writes notes to my daughters when she gifts them a book.
Omg it‘s like @tdrosebud could see into my soul! Thank you so much for the amazing swap box of goodies, I love it! So so thoughtful and perfect! #madhatterteapartyswap
Continuing the #readathon on the slightly sketchy, warped deck at my new house. I don‘t have patio furniture yet, so I‘m just sitting on some cushion. I‘ve forgotten what sunlight feels like!
pickNot my favorite by him but still very enjoyable read. Such a deep exploration of OCD.
My brain is a noisy mess, making it hard to read lately, but I‘m trying! I‘ve been rereading Turtles for its lightness and for its relatability (the narrator‘s brain is a noisy mess like mine!). About 1/3 of the way through now, which is awesome. Happy #readathon!
Excited to start this book I've heard so much about. And quite the interesting opening line!
pickIt took me a while to get into it, but when I finally did, it was a good ride. My thoughts are no where near as bad as Aza's, but the similarities did resonate with me.
Just started this one and so far I‘m enjoying it.
so-soI don‘t really like many John green books, but this was probably my favorite. It‘s not bad for a YA, but definitely not something to rave about.
so-so⭐️2/5 less pretentious characters than some of his other books, and I loved the “love doesn‘t cure mental illness” angle. But the story wasn‘t as engaging as I expected.
pickThis book was good . I can't say this was my best read or the worst read but it was good for a plot but otherwise the quotes were amazing 👌
pickWhile I didn‘t particularly care for some of the key characters (mostly Daisy, I really didn‘t like Daisy), this book is an important addition to YA fiction. It‘s not perfect, but it is one of the most honest depictions of mental illness I‘ve encountered and this is absolutely a conversation that society needs to start having more often, especially with our young people.
Yes, I tried to rip off the sticker. There's gotta be a way to rip them off without the glue residue sticking.
I bought this book a few weeks ago while I was trying to read HBW&TEOTW.
panMight be unpopular here but I did NOT like this. Since when do teenagers talk and think like philosophers? Also, I listened to it and the narrator was horrid. Added to my frustration. Couldn‘t wait for it to end.
pickI devoured this book. I don‘t think I‘ve ever read a book so fast before! For some reason it just read so quickly. I really enjoyed this book. Again it was a little bit of a different read than I‘m used to but it did have an underlying mystery element to it. I haven‘t read one of JG‘s books in years but I quickly remembered how wonderful of a writer he is. You can just immerse yourself into his writing! So glad I decided to read this one!
Indiana added to #readUSA2019 with tagged book in Indiana. Not much more than a three star read, imho, but one that has been on my TBR list for a while.
