Nov Wrap Up | Thrillers, Science Fiction | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

This video provides a concise review of various books read in November, including psychological thrillers, science fiction, and graphic novels.

Key Insights

• ❓ "The Dollhouse" tackles the topic of infertility treatment and offers an honest representation of the main character's struggles and anxiety.
• ❓ "The Best Day Ever" features intentionally unlikable characters, which may appeal to certain readers.
• 🫠 "Artemis" by Andy Weir may be more enjoyable for those who read and enjoy young adult books.
• 🫠 "Places in the Darkness" combines fast-paced storytelling with hard science fiction elements, creating an entertaining read.
• 😮 The Expanse series, including "Persepolis Rising," offers fantastic characters, diversity, and an epic story.
• 👾 "The Wizard Killer" is a serialized fantasy story that works well for readers seeking a fast-paced and fun narrative.
• 🫠 "Space Battle Lunchtime" provides a cute and enjoyable read for young adults, with an adorable art style and a ridiculous premise.

Transcript

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Questions & Answers

Q: What is the main premise of "The Dollhouse" by Phoebe Morgan?

"The Dollhouse" is a psychological thriller about a woman undergoing infertility treatment who discovers pieces of her childhood dollhouse, leading to a sinister revelation.

Q: How did the reviewer feel about the characters in "The Best Day Ever" by Keira Rota?

The reviewer found the characters in "The Best Day Ever" to be intentionally unlikable, which may not be enjoyable for those seeking characters with redeeming qualities. However, if one enjoys vile characters, this book might be enjoyable.

Q: What were the reviewer's thoughts on "Artemis" by Andy Weir?

While the reviewer appreciated some of Andy Weir's humor in "Artemis," they found the main character, Jazz, to be lacking in comparison to Mark Watney from "The Martian." The reviewer suggested that those who read and enjoy more young adult books might appreciate "Artemis" more.

Q: What did the reviewer like about "Places in the Darkness" by Chris Brookmyre?

The reviewer enjoyed the fast-paced and entertaining nature of "Places in the Darkness," as well as the inclusion of hard science fiction elements, which added to the story's appeal.

Q: Which book in the Expanse series did the reviewer read, and what did they love about it?

The reviewer read "Persepolis Rising," the seventh book in the Expanse series, and they loved the fantastic characters, diverse representation, and the epic scale of the story.

Q: How does "The Wizard Killer" by Adam Trese differ from traditional novels?

"The Wizard Killer" is a serialized fantasy story, meaning it consists of short, snappy episodes that end in cliffhangers, much like binge-watching a TV show. It is a fast-paced and fun book that is easy to read and does not require a deep understanding of the fantasy genre.

Q: What is the main premise of "Space Battle Lunchtime" by Natalie Riess?

"Space Battle Lunchtime" is a young adult graphic novel about an earthen baker who participates in a reality baking TV show set on an alien planet, resulting in a ridiculous and cute story.

Q: What is "What Did You Eat Yesterday?" by Fumi Yoshinaga about?

"What Did You Eat Yesterday?" is a manga slice-of-life series featuring an older gay couple. The story revolves around a food-loving character who cooks and seeks out good deals at the grocery store, providing a cute and funny narrative.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The first book, "The Dollhouse" by Phoebe Morgan, is a psychological thriller about a woman going through infertility treatment who starts finding pieces of her childhood dollhouse, leading to a sinister discovery.

• "The Best Day Ever" by Keira Rota is a suspenseful story about a couple's romantic getaway that takes a dark turn, featuring unlikable characters and a change in tone towards the end.

• "Artemis" by Andy Weir is a science fiction novel set on the moon, following a smuggler named Jazz, although the main character fell flat for the reviewer.

• "Places in the Darkness" by Chris Brookmyre is a science fiction thriller set on a space station where a murder occurs, featuring good hard science fiction elements but unlikable characters and moments of over-the-top storytelling.

• "Persepolis Rising" by James S.A. Corey is the seventh book in the Expanse series, a space opera with diverse characters and an epic story that the reviewer continues to love.

• "The Wizard Killer" by Adam Trese is a serialized fantasy story set in a post-apocalyptic world, with a fast-paced and fun narrative that is easy to read and enjoyable even for non-fantasy readers.

• "Space Battle Lunchtime" by Natalie Riess is a cute and fun young adult graphic novel about a baker participating in a reality baking TV show on an alien planet.

• "What Did You Eat Yesterday?" is a manga slice-of-life series about an older gay couple, with humor and a love for food.