(The alien is misleading lol) It's been over a year since I've first read it but those short stories stickkkkk with me to this day.
Jun 14, 2024
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I'll be honest, I'm listening to this as an audiobook while I drive. It consists of 14 or so individual stories that will, seemingly, never intersect. Each of the main characters in the book is somewhat unsatisfied with their current life. Some stories are gruesome and crude, but that's expected from Ottessa Moshfegh.
So far, I like this book. I really love to hear about people's stories, their love and loss, even their dissatisfaction.
Apr 10, 2024
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I think his short stories shine brighter than his longer stuff. His essay “The lucky dog pet store“ is also very impactful. I revisit that one when I need to hype myself up/prepare to sacrifice. That’s really the one I recommend. But “the hanging stranger” is fun and spooky. It covers my greatest fear (loved ones being replaced) but adds another really sinister element. It’s unexpectedly biblical.
Jun 15, 2023
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Isabel Allende you have done it again! A magnificent short story with beautiful writing, incredible characters, and such a beautiful world.
I also finally read Paradise Rot and let me tell ya that was an eerie little book!!! The visuals of decay were so descriptive and took me right into the apartment. Brilliant, disturbing, and gorgeously written
Mar 6, 2024
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People in your life who don't pressure you to text or call them all that often and vice verse. Such a relief through the web of constant pressure I feel to keep up with people due to social media. Like nah it's cool if you don't text me that same day, we got lives to live buddy, I'll see ya when I see ya.
Jun 10, 2024
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Although not horror in it's traditional sense, the dystopic and serious nature of the rules set in this black comedy movie are beyond horrific. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it since I saw it a couple of weeks ago. It's an insane watch.
Jun 5, 2024
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They are soooo yummy and delicious...tastes like how a grandmas purse feels
Jun 23, 2024