It's a rom-com, which I don't generally read, so I can't judge if it was actually good or not. Personally, it felt too much like one of those K-Dramas, where a poor girl meets super rich guy, who is super handsome, and she keeps thinking about her all the time. Except this one has a Vampire. Not a big fan, but overall it was a fine time pass.

Bingo squares: Jude a book by its cover.

What about all of you? What have you been reading or listening to lately?

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[–] OmegaMouse@pawb.social 7 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I finished One Hundred Years of Solitude recently and really loved it. The blend of real life events and magical elements was beautifully done. It felt like an elderly relative was recalling their memories whilst embellishing them with little touches of magic. SO MANY family members, but each of them was unique. In terms of the Bingo, I've added it to 'Set in War' (though it would have also fit in several other categories).

I've just started The Wager by David Grann. It seems really fascinating so far and has already given me quite an insight into maritime life. I didn't realise until now that it recounts a true event!

[–] dresden@discuss.online 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I read Gabriel's Love in the time of Cholera, and while I don't remember much about it now, I loved his writing. It was one of the major reason I started learning Spanish (but never got around to properly study and reach a level where I could read a book), cause I wanted to experience his writing as he has written them.

Should just read it now. Even if I learn Spanish, to be able to reach a level where I can read a book of this caliber and fully enjoy the writing, it would take a long time.

[–] OmegaMouse@pawb.social 3 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I'll have to give it a go! He has a lovely way of writing, really capturing those little details of people and places.

[–] dresden@discuss.online 3 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Would love to hear what you think about it.

[–] OmegaMouse@pawb.social 2 points 2 days ago

Unfortunately it won't be any time soon, I have a huge backlog of ebooks to get through xD