which one convinced you the most? 🫨 part twenty-three of one star goodreads reviews of books i enjoyed!

📚 books mentioned:

- On Sundays She Picked Flowers by Yah-Yah Scholfield

- No Gods, No Monsters by Cadwell Turnbull

- The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo

- Herculine by Grace Byron

- The Hacienda by Isabel Cañas

- Salt Bones by Jennifer Givhan

- Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

- Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki

👗💄:

- eyeshadow is The Lord of the Rings Middle Earth Palette from Glamlite

- eyeshadow shimmer is Lucid Dream from Ourbella Cosmetics

- mascara is Highly Rated XL from Milani

- lip combo is Lippie Pencil (Twisted) from Colourpop and Shine-On Milky Lip Oil Jelly (Pistachio) from Tower28

- (also if you have a question about my makeup or something i’m wearing, most of it is curated in my shopmy!)

thank you to Saga Press and Little, Brown, and Co or the gifted copies!

#onestarreviews #negativebookreview #goodreadsreviews #nycinfluencer #booktok @Saga Press Books 🛸🧙🏿‍♀️🔪 @Blackstone Publishing @Holt @berkleypub @Little, Brown and Co @Ecco @Tor Publishing Group

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4/15 Edited to

... Read moreReading one-star reviews of books I genuinely enjoyed has become a fascinating way to see another side of popular literature. It's interesting how passionate readers can have wildly different perspectives, often highlighting plot points or themes some may find frustrating or off-putting. For instance, one reviewer of 'Salt Bones' remarked about the presence of Spanish words making the reading experience challenging, which I can relate to as someone who enjoys diverse cultural voices in literature but understands that language barriers might affect enjoyment. Another pointed out the discomfort with supernatural elements, like romance involving an undercover witch priest in 'Herculine,' showing how genre blending isn’t for everyone. What really stood out to me were the vivid criticisms about certain character behaviors or story details, such as the frustrating act of feeding ducks donuts in 'Remarkably Bright Creatures,' which earned a zero-star impression according to one harsh commenter. Yet, these very details made the stories memorable for me, adding texture and emotion. Engaging with such one-star reviews not only adds humor and fresh viewpoints but also deepens my appreciation for these books. It’s a reminder that every story connects differently with each reader. Moreover, sharing these negative reviews alongside my positive experiences fosters honest dialogues about books’ strengths and weaknesses. On a lighter note, pairing these book discussions with my makeup choices—like the The Lord of the Rings Middle Earth Palette and Lucid Dream shimmer eyeshadow—makes the experience feel cozy and personalized. If you enjoy both literary insights and beauty tips, this blend creates a welcoming space to discover new reads and products. Ultimately, examining one-star reviews through a lens of appreciation encourages readers to embrace diverse opinions while holding space for their personal tastes. It turns criticism into conversation and inspires a more nuanced relationship with books you love.

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