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JJoyce Yu
is 60% done
This is such a pleasant read. I love the cameos of authors. Kinda like the Apple TV series I’m watching now called the studio. It also gives old man called ove vibes. Crotchety but adorable old people. Been reading just non fiction and the very very dense Ann Radcliffe and this light and cozy read is just what the doctor ordered as I’m watching poor Lucas my sick kitty cat.
— Jan 18, 2026 09:36PM
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JJoyce Yu
is 99% done
I am a puddle. What a feat. T_T what a triumph. I’ve never read anything like this. The character is flawed and complex and it just feels so human and intimate and quiet but so dignified. And I know it’s still early in the year but this has got to be a strong contender for my favorite book of the year. I’m in tears and I’m devastated but it’s an at peace kind of devastation. It’s so good. Brava
— Jan 19, 2026 03:45PM
JJoyce Yu
is 90% done
;’( really moving book ;(((( the Italian family and the thing with the daughter almost moved me to tears… this main character is certainly complex (and not likeable tbh) but she acknowledges her flaws and it just feels like such a poignant depiction of a dignified pass through the metaphorical season of winter…
— Jan 19, 2026 12:30PM
