Recent Mixed Feelings Reads

TL;DR

Reviewing two books with similar themes; disappointing endings despite great writing.

Transcript

hi this is boki and today i am back from vacation I am like back to the colors that I used to be when I live in California and wasn't just like you know in lab and like Boston weather all the time so I was a good vacation but now I am back and able to make videos again so today I wanted to talk about two books that I read recently and these are boo... Read More

Key Insights

• ✍️ Both "Thick as Thieves" and "The Day of the Duchess" featured great writing and engaging plots.
• 🥺 The thematic subversions promised throughout the stories were not fully realized, leading to disappointment for the reader.
• 🚾 The endings of both books did not live up to the expectations set by the rest of the narrative.
• ❓ Challenges regarding representation and subversion in romance and fantasy genres were highlighted.
• ❓ Frustration with the authors arose due to the unfulfilled potential for groundbreaking storytelling.
• 🚚 The importance of managing reader expectations and delivering satisfying conclusions was evident.
• ❤️‍🩹 Despite the letdown in the endings, the books still showcased the authors' talents in crafting compelling narratives.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are the two books discussed in the video?

The two books are "Thick as Thieves" by Megan Whalen Turner and "The Day of the Duchess" by Sarah MacLean.

Q: What were the expectations of the reader regarding the subversions in the plot?

The reader expected the plot to challenge traditional tropes and stereotypes but was let down by the lack of subversion in the endings.

Q: How did the disappointing endings affect the overall reading experience?

Despite great writing and engaging storylines, the disappointing endings overshadowed the positive aspects of the books, leaving the reader frustrated.

Q: Why did the subversions promised in the plots feel inconsistent with the rest of the story?

The thematic subversions felt inconsistent because the books built up expectations for challenging traditional narratives, only to revert to conventional endings.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Boki discusses two books - "Thick as Thieves" by Megan Whalen Turner and "The Day of the Duchess" by Sarah MacLean.

• Both books had great writing and engaging plots, but were let down by disappointing endings.

• The thematic subversions promised throughout the stories were not fully realized, leaving the reader frustrated.