April Jesse's Deck of TBR 🔱#3 [CC]

TL;DR

Jesse picks seven books from her TBR pile using a deck of cards and discusses each book choice.

Transcript

what up my channel? welcome back to another video! I'm Jesse and you're watching.... oh I'm so freaking excited! y'all welcome to my April Jesse's deck of TBR. Some of you might have noticed I didn't upload a Jesse's deck of TBR for last month which was March and y'all... okay. you saw what I went through in my February TBR right? I needed a fuckin... Read More

Key Insights

• 🍄 Jesse's deck of TBR cards adds an element of fun and excitement to her reading.
• 💉 She prioritizes taking care of her mental health and allows herself breaks when needed.
• 📔 Jesse enjoys exploring different genres and books with diverse protagonists.
• 🎮 The video highlights the struggles of finding accessible books during the current pandemic.
• ❓ Jesse appreciates reader suggestions and values the bookish community's support.
• 🥅 The TBR cards offer structure and goals for Jesse's reading, bringing a sense of accomplishment.
• 💍 She engages with other booktubers and includes them in her TBR challenges.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why did Jesse take a break from her TBR videos in March?

Jesse took a break in March due to exhaustion and personal issues affecting her mental health. She needed time to take care of herself.

Q: What is Jesse's deck of TBR cards?

Jesse's deck of TBR cards is a deck of cards that she uses to choose books from her TBR pile. Each card has a prompt or challenge to guide her book selections.

Q: What are the two thrillers Jesse is considering reading?

The two thrillers Jesse is considering reading are "Never Have I Ever" by Joseline Jackson and "The Favorite Daughter" by Kaira Rouda. She ultimately chooses "The Favorite Daughter" to read.

Q: What is the premise of "The Favorite Daughter"?

"The Favorite Daughter" is about a woman named Jane who is mourning the death of her eldest daughter, Mary. When Jane receives a mysterious letter implying that Mary's death was not an accident, she delves into a dark and secretive world to uncover the truth.

Q: How does Jesse choose a book for the "foodie" card?

Jesse searches her Goodreads TBR for books related to food and selects "The Vegetarian" by Han Kang. This book follows a woman named Yong hye who decides to become a vegetarian after seeing disturbing images of slaughterhouses, leading to devastating consequences.

Q: What book does Jesse pick for the "Gandalf" card?

Jesse chooses "The Storied Life of AJ Fikry" by Gabrielle Zevin, a story about a grumpy bookstore owner named AJ Fikry whose life is turned around by a mysterious package.

Q: Why does Jesse choose the book "Frankly in Love"?

Jesse chooses "Frankly in Love" by David Yoon because her friend Tahira suggested it during a video call. This book follows a Korean-American teenager, Frank Lee, as he navigates fake dating and cultural expectations.

Q: How does Jesse decide which book to read from her Goodreads TBR for the "random" card?

Jesse uses a random number generator to select a book from her Goodreads TBR. The generator lands on number 182, leading her to choose "The Study of Animal Languages" by Lindsey Stern.

Q: What book does Jesse pick for the "fuck this" card?

Jesse selects "The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern, a fantasy novel that booktube has been raving about. She admits to being uncertain about hyped books but is intrigued by the lyrical writing and world-building.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Jesse explains her absence from her March TBR video due to exhaustion and personal struggles.

• She introduces her deck of TBR cards and how they guide her book choices.

• Jesse reveals the seven books she will be reading in April and gives a brief description of each one.