My least favorite book lately

I just couldn't get into this book. It took me over a week to read which is really unusual. Just moved slow and not a lot of twists compared to what I like. 2/5 #readwithme

2024/8/30 Edited to

... Read moreIn the realm of psychological crime thrillers, 'The Orphanage by the Lake' by Daniel G. Miller has garnered attention for its unique premise. However, the book's pacing may leave readers wanting more excitement. Often, gripping thrillers succeed by maintaining a suspenseful narrative that keeps readers on edge. Readers appreciate a well-crafted plot filled with unexpected twists and engaging character development. While some readers may find the intriguing elements of this book appealing, others may agree with my sentiment regarding its slow progression. To make the most out of book selection, it's vital to consider personal preferences about pacing, writing style, and plot depth. Recommendations from fellow book lovers can be instrumental in discovering compelling reads. Consider participating in online forums or book clubs to gather insights on popular titles that align more closely with your taste. Whether you enjoy psychological thrillers or prefer a faster-paced narrative, sharing your experiences and engaging with others on platforms like #readwithme can enhance your reading journey.

Related posts

A blurred room with a white bookshelf and window, overlaid with the question "What's your least favorite type of book?" in blue text, surrounded by blue emojis including a butterfly, heart, balloon dog, and question marks.
What’s your least favorite type of book?
Now I love mystery and horror shows and movies, but I just can’t push myself to read it. #Lemon8Diary #lemon8bookclub #lemon8challenge #bookreview #bookaesthetic #bookrecom #bookrecommendations #bookwormsoflemon8 #readinglist #musthaves
Han

Han

2 likes

A collage of polaroid-style photos featuring celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Emma Watson, Mindy Kaling, Sarah Jessica Parker, Dua Lipa, and Jenna Bush Hager, surrounding the text 'book clubs & what they are reading this month'.
A graphic for Belletrist Book Club, hosted by Emma Roberts and Karah Preiss, featuring their May pick 'Weird Black Girls' by Elwin Cotman, described as an unnerving collection of stories exploring anxieties of living while Black.
A graphic for Reese's Book Club, hosted by Reese Witherspoon, featuring her May pick 'How to End a Love Story' by Yulin Kuang, about two writers with a complicated history.
BOOK CLUBS: the May update ✨📚
I have been seeing a lot of discourse lately about celebrity book clubs... and wanted to bring that discussion over to Lemon8! 👋 Swipe over on the post above to see some popular book clubs I uncovered (with a couple surprises!) and what they're currently reading. Honestly, I am all for t
hannah 📖

hannah 📖

65 likes

My favorite book quotes 🩷
Some book quotes just stick with you—whether they make your heart melt, leave you thinking for days, or just capture something you’ve always felt but never had the words for. Lately, I’ve been obsessed with a mix of cute, heartfelt, and thought-provoking quotes that remind me why I love reading
Stella Studies

Stella Studies

49 likes

Favorite & least favorite reads
My favorite & least favorite reads of every month in 2025💌 #books #booktok #bookrecs #bookreview #favorites
MacK’s Books

MacK’s Books

72 likes

Two witchcraft books, "The Golden Grimoire" and "Financial Sorcery," are displayed on a patterned blanket, representing a witchy book haul focused on abundance and wealth.
A close-up of the book "Financial Sorcery: Magical Strategies to Create Real and Lasting Wealth" by Jason Miller, featuring a dark blue cover with a glowing symbol and dollar signs.
A close-up of "The Golden Grimoire: The Magical Way to Wealth and Abundance" by Dee Norman, showcasing its gold cover with black and red illustrations of cornucopias and coins.
Witchy Book Haul:Abundance and Wealth Witchcraft
I feel like everyone has been feeling a bit more of financial burden lately; because of that feeling myself, I’ve decided to devote a bit more of my time to abundance witchcraft. For instance, a couple years ago I had a money bowl I’d redo every couple of weeks till I felt like I was doing better f
JustaWitchandHerDog

JustaWitchandHerDog

20 likes

A flat lay shows several books, including 'When Breath Becomes Air' and 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' with an overlay asking 'WHAT IS YOUR LEAST FAVORITE GENRE AND WHY?'. Book emojis and the Lemon8 book club handle are also visible.
do you have a least favorite genre? share below! ⬇️
As readers, we tend to gravitate towards certain genres and avoid others. We want to know - what is your least favorite genre and why? 🤔 No hate to anyone who loves them, but I’ve just never really been able to get into self help books… I’ve read a few, but it seems like they all just say the sa
Lemon8 Book Club

Lemon8 Book Club

181 likes

A digital sticky note asks, 'What is your least favorite book trope? Mine is miscommunication,' with 'book trope' and 'miscommunication' highlighted. The bottom features illustrations of an open book, a cup, and a lemon, along with 'Lemon8 @featherspare'.
Least favorite book trope📚📖
The miscommunication trope is like the bane of my existence, especially if it's in a smutty book. Stop forking each other and talk about the issues. I get it there is a lot of tension. Cool down and have a conversation. That's what annoyed me in Iron Flame. What is your least favorite book
Feather Spare 📚👩🏽‍🔬

Feather Spare 📚👩🏽‍🔬

34 likes

An animated illustration features a man and a woman sitting, with the title 'My Least Favorite Tropes' in red and white text overlay. The Lemon8 logo and username are in the bottom left corner.
A blurred animated illustration of a man and a woman with a pink rectangle overlay stating 'Second Chance Romance', identifying a least favorite book trope. The Lemon8 logo is in the bottom left.
A blurred animated illustration of a man and a woman with a pink rectangle overlay stating 'Cheating', identifying a least favorite book trope. The Lemon8 logo is in the bottom left.
My Least Favorite Book Tropes 📚
I'd like to think none of these are controversial 😅 HONORABLE MENTION: LOVE TRIANGLES !!! Drop your least favorite tropes in the comments! #Lemon8Diary #lemon8bookclub #lemon8bookchallenge #lemon8bookworm #booksoflemon8 #readersoflemon8 #romancereader #bookboyfriend #l
Marnaysha 🇭🇹♡

Marnaysha 🇭🇹♡

66 likes

Book themed Color Combo prt 2
You can find color inspiration in anything and lately I’ve been looking at the colors of my books since those are my 2 favorite hobbies. I’m Thinking about making a granny square for each book I read then turning it into a blanket. What book should I do next #crochet #yarn #yarninspo #bo
AzariaZanèe

AzariaZanèe

15 likes

spring book recs 💐💫🌷
lately that the sun has been out more i’ve been in a different reading mood so here are some books that I love and feel would be perfect to read in the spring time! 🌟 #lemon8partner #lemon8bookclub #readingaesthetic #bookrecommendations #fivestarbooks
Alli Beachy 🤍

Alli Beachy 🤍

37 likes

My favourite book series - Part 1
Includes description and personal ranking #bookrecommendation #bookseries📚 #books🫶🏼 #bookseriesrecs
That_One_Girl

That_One_Girl

1 like

books I've gotten from Book of the Month 📚
📦✨ My newest Book of the Month picks just arrived, and there’s nothing like seeing those iconic blue boxes on my doorstep. I swear opening them feels like unwrapping a little bookish present every single time. I love how BOTM always gives a mix of buzzy new releases, thrillers, and unexpected finds
Lauren 🪴📚😻

Lauren 🪴📚😻

24 likes

Book Girlies
I’m loving these Pinterest Collages! Now, if only I could sit and read like I did in high school. I have to say my favorite fictional book is Turning Angel by Greg Ills (ills) I could not put that book down. My favorite non-fiction book is I Am A Star by Inge Auerbacher. What are some of your favor
Kʏʟɪᴇ

Kʏʟɪᴇ

3 likes

What’s your favorite book vs least favorite book?
#favoriteread #favoritereads #booktok #bookrecommendations #bookrecommendations
stormy.brownn

stormy.brownn

12 likes

A hand holds five books with their spines facing up, on a festive Christmas-themed blanket. Text overlay reads "BOOK HAUL SWIPE" with sparkling accents.
The cover of "Not Another Love Song" by Julie Soto, featuring an illustration of two characters and a cello, rests on a Christmas blanket.
The cover of "Lightlark" by Alex Aster, with a dark design featuring red flowers in a heart-shaped vessel and gold accents, is on a festive blanket.
book haul 📚✨
I’m so excited about these books! I’ve seen a lot of people rave about Metal Slinger lately, so I think I might read it soon. #book haul #books #romantasybooks #romancebooks #bookrecommendations
Jackie Adelle

Jackie Adelle

207 likes

Book themed color combo part 4
You can find color inspiration in anything and lately l've been looking at the colors of my books since those are my 2 favorite hobbies. I'm Thinking about making a granny square for each book I read then turning it into a blanket. What book should I do next #crochet #yarn #yarninsp
AzariaZanèe

AzariaZanèe

12 likes

Unbox ✨HAPPY BOOK MAIL✨ with me 🩷
My favorite mail is book mail! I know some people love to go into a bookstore and buy books. And the experience is top tier. But I’ve been finding so many good deals online (and it’s been so rainy lately) that I’ve been just ordering online. Are you an order online girlie? Or do you need the fu
Ashlie

Ashlie

29 likes

See more