Should I Finish This Series? | January 2021 Wrap Up Part 2

TL;DR

April discusses her recent reads, including a book she DNF'd and two thrilling novels, and asks for help with continuing the Anne of Green Gables series.

Transcript

hello everyone it is april and i'm here to do my january wrap-up part two i've already done part one i will link that in the description box below but i have four other books that i want to chat with you about here one of them i dnf'd one of them like i don't even know what to do i need your help let's get into it we are creeping closer to 15 000 s... Read More

Key Insights

• 🫓 April struggled with "The Royal Governess" due to flat characters and an annoying protagonist.
• 🇦🇨 She is unsure about continuing the Anne of Green Gables series after finding "Anne of the Island" choppy and uncomfortable.
• 😮 "The Hypnotist" by Lars Kepler impressed April with its twisty plot and dedicated detective protagonist.
• 🇮🇲 "The Nothing Man" by Catherine Ryan Howard is a chilling and well-written thriller inspired by true crime.
• 👻 April is hosting a giveaway for a $150 Amazon gift card for her subscribers.
• 🍃 The more videos watched and comments left, the higher the chances of winning the giveaway.
• ❓ April is excited to reach 15,000 subscribers on her channel.

Questions & Answers

Q: What were the main issues April had with "The Royal Governess"?

April found the characters to be like caricatures, lacking depth, and the main character, Marion, annoying for not understanding the responsibilities of a future queen.

Q: Should April continue reading the Anne of Green Gables series?

She is unsure as she found "Anne of the Island" choppy and uncomfortable due to animal cruelty scenes but enjoyed the romancy bits. Readers' input would be helpful in deciding.

Q: What did April like about "The Hypnotist"?

She enjoyed the twisty plot, multiple storylines, and the character of Detective Junolina, who is a dedicated and perfectionist investigator.

Q: What makes "The Nothing Man" a compelling read?

April praises Catherine Ryan Howard's writing, her attention to character development, and how she makes readers care about both the victims and the killer. The alternating timelines and reactions add to the suspense.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• April did not enjoy "The Royal Governess" and decided to DNF it due to flat characters and an annoying main character.

• She is unsure whether to continue the Anne of Green Gables series after finding "Anne of the Island" choppy and uncomfortable due to animal cruelty scenes.

• April enjoyed "The Hypnotist" by Lars Kepler, a violent and twisty detective thriller.

• She also loved "The Nothing Man" by Catherine Ryan Howard, a chilling and character-driven novel inspired by "I'll Be Gone in the Dark."