Books I Gave Up On in the First Half of 2020

TL;DR

The content discusses the books the author did not finish in 2020 and the reasons for not continuing with them.

Transcript

hi guys so today I am here to talk about books I did not finish usually we're reviewing books I read all the way through whether I love them thought they're okay or didn't like them at all but today I wanted to talk about the books I haven't finished in 2020 couldn't remember what year it was and the books are like I've officially given up on not j... Read More

Key Insights

• 🧔‍♀️ The reasons for not finishing a book can vary, including issues of consent, character likability, and problematic representations of women.
• 📔 Understanding why others did not finish a book can be helpful in determining if it will be enjoyable for oneself.
• 📔 Personal preferences and prior experiences with certain genres or themes can influence whether a book is abandoned or not.
• 🕵️‍♀️ The portrayal of healthy relationships and positive female characters can significantly impact the reading experience.
• 📔 Book covers that have sexist imagery can also be off-putting and irrelevant to the content of the book.
• 📔 Despite not finishing certain books, the author still recommends the authors and acknowledges that not every book by an author will be enjoyed.

Questions & Answers

Q: Why did the author decide to create a video discussing books they did not finish?

The author found it interesting to explore why they did not finish certain books and the reasons behind it. They also wanted to share their thoughts on what makes a book enjoyable or problematic.

Q: Did the author find any overlap in their reasons for not finishing books with another booktuber?

Yes, the author watched a video by Mercedes, another booktuber, who discussed books she did not finish. While some of their reasons aligned, there were also instances where a reason not to like a book made the author more intrigued to read it.

Q: How did the author feel about Stephen King's book, "Joyland"?

The author did not finish "Joyland" and found it difficult to connect with the narrator/ main character. They felt uncomfortable with the sexist undertones and the lack of exploration or critique of problematic behavior.

Q: What were the main issues the author had with Emma Hamm's book, "Bright of a Sea"?

The author did not click with the main characters or their romance in the book. They felt the relationship lacked depth and was primarily based on looks. Additionally, the author mentioned that they have generally not connected with mermaid books.

Q: Why did the author choose to abandon the book "Asylum" by Madeline Drew?

The author found issues of consent and manipulation in the relationship between the male lead and the female protagonist. They were uncomfortable with the main character's actions and felt the atmosphere and pacing of the book were not compelling.

Q: What bothered the author about "Forbidden Night with the Highlander" by Michele Willingham?

The author disliked the manipulation and lack of consent in the relationship between the male lead and the female protagonist. They felt it was problematic and could not root for the characters.

Q: What did the author find disappointing about "Highland Wedding" by Hannah Holmes?

The author was bothered by the negative portrayal of women in the book, with catty and mean-spirited female characters. Additionally, they found the emphasis on the female character's insecurities about her body to be absurd and poorly executed.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The author discusses books they did not finish in 2020 and the reasons for abandoning them.

• They highlight the importance of understanding why others did not finish a book, as it can indicate if the reader will also dislike it.

• The author explores the reasons why some books are not enjoyable or may be problematic in literature.