Shaelinsan
it's definitely a "feel good" book. everything is cozy, dreamy, and magical. but that is it.
i can sense the whole thing has been taught well by the author. they don't talk about just selling "good dreams", but they also talked about the uses of "nightmares" and dreams that came from passing loved ones. i think it's all very touching.
i think the book is more about the dream and the customers itself rather than penny's journey as a new staff. i had hoped to see more of penny interaction with the customers and how she grows with what she learned. i feel we only see glimpses of her journey.
it was nice to see a little snippet in the epilogue of penny's stolen Flutter, but i had hoped the book solved another problem that was brought up during the dinner about the no-show customer. but then again, i knew now its more about the dreams and the customers.
so overall, its a nice, cozy book with vivid atmosphere. i do love easy writing style. not a five star but a pretty enjoyable one so I'll be looking for the second book
it's definitely a "feel good" book. everything is cozy, dreamy, and magical. but that is it.
i can sense the whole thing has been taught well by the author. they don't talk about just selling "good dreams", but they also talked about the uses of "nightmares" and dreams that came from passing loved ones. i think it's all very touching.
i think the book is more about the dream and the customers itself rather than penny's journey as a new staff. i had hoped to see more of penny interaction with the customers and how she grows with what she learned. i feel we only see glimpses of her journey.
it was nice to see a little snippet in the epilogue of penny's stolen Flutter, but i had hoped the book solved another problem that was brought up during the dinner about the no-show customer. but then again, i knew now its more about the dreams and the customers.
so overall, its a nice, cozy book with vivid atmosphere. i do love easy writing style. not a five star but a pretty enjoyable one so I'll be looking for the second book
"For anybody who doesn't know where they're going."
I think its such a perfect timing—personally for me—to be reading this book.
"They still loved performing tea service—or at least, they loved what it had been. But as they tried to connect to what had once been so captivating, they felt nothing but yawning absence."
How relatable, to be burnt out by something you once loved and lived to do, and feeling guilty about it. But they taught me that its okay to crave for comfort and rest even when you think you haven't "earned" it. Not everything is give and take. And being kind to yourself is just as important as being kind to others.
Such lovely and comforting book.
"For anybody who doesn't know where they're going."
I think its such a perfect timing—personally for me—to be reading this book.
"They still loved performing tea service—or at least, they loved what it had been. But as they tried to connect to what had once been so captivating, they felt nothing but yawning absence."
How relatable, to be burnt out by something you once loved and lived to do, and feeling guilty about it. But they taught me that its okay to crave for comfort and rest even when you think you haven't "earned" it. Not everything is give and take. And being kind to yourself is just as important as being kind to others.
Such lovely and comforting book.
So thankful to the people who told me to keep reading the book.
Because the first chapters were a whole lot of "what the hell is this book about?" "where is the author going with this?"
Even reading the synopsis and genre tags didn't really help me grasp the general idea of the book.
But it is really a book you have to experience yourself to really get it.
I would describe it as a mix of mystery and surrealism, but also a journey in self-discovery all over again.
The main character almost has a "clean-slate" of heart, like a child-like innocence and you would only understand why after you read through. Sometimes he could be annoying and dense but after you realized what had befallen to him, you can't help but sympathize and rooted for his journey.
I don't really say this often, but if you read the book and thinking to DNF, I hope you push through and read to the end. Even if its not going to be a five star read for you like mine, I still think you will find it a pleasant read.
The Beauty of the House is immeasurable; its Kindness infinite.
So thankful to the people who told me to keep reading the book.
Because the first chapters were a whole lot of "what the hell is this book about?" "where is the author going with this?"
Even reading the synopsis and genre tags didn't really help me grasp the general idea of the book.
But it is really a book you have to experience yourself to really get it.
I would describe it as a mix of mystery and surrealism, but also a journey in self-discovery all over again.
The main character almost has a "clean-slate" of heart, like a child-like innocence and you would only understand why after you read through. Sometimes he could be annoying and dense but after you realized what had befallen to him, you can't help but sympathize and rooted for his journey.
I don't really say this often, but if you read the book and thinking to DNF, I hope you push through and read to the end. Even if its not going to be a five star read for you like mine, I still think you will find it a pleasant read.
The Beauty of the House is immeasurable; its Kindness infinite.
"For anybody who doesn't know where they're going."
I think its such a perfect timing—personally for me—to be reading this book.
"They still loved performing tea service—or at least, they loved what it had been. But as they tried to connect to what had once been so captivating, they felt nothing but yawning absence."
How relatable, to be burnt out by something you once loved and lived to do, and feeling guilty about it. But they taught me that its okay to crave for comfort and rest even when you think you haven't "earned" it. Not everything is give and take. And being kind to yourself is just as important as being kind to others.
Such lovely and comforting book.
"For anybody who doesn't know where they're going."
I think its such a perfect timing—personally for me—to be reading this book.
"They still loved performing tea service—or at least, they loved what it had been. But as they tried to connect to what had once been so captivating, they felt nothing but yawning absence."
How relatable, to be burnt out by something you once loved and lived to do, and feeling guilty about it. But they taught me that its okay to crave for comfort and rest even when you think you haven't "earned" it. Not everything is give and take. And being kind to yourself is just as important as being kind to others.
Such lovely and comforting book.
always a pleasant journey in the roots of chaos series. made me want to read the priory of the orange tree all over again.
samantha shannon is a great storyteller. she went in-depth of the characters story and backgrounds without them being overwhelming. the story just flowed on despite the multiple povs which i always enjoyed.
i cant help but love the characters and samantha shannon knows how to make lovable yet realistic characters. because not all heroes or heroines need a sword to be badass. sometimes their strength lies in their quietness and gracefull way of life, in their despair and hopelessness. and it is beautiful to watch them as the story progresses.
this one is not a full five stars but i would always recommend this whole series to anyone who love full-on fantasy book with bad-ass heroes and heroines.
always a pleasant journey in the roots of chaos series. made me want to read the priory of the orange tree all over again.
samantha shannon is a great storyteller. she went in-depth of the characters story and backgrounds without them being overwhelming. the story just flowed on despite the multiple povs which i always enjoyed.
i cant help but love the characters and samantha shannon knows how to make lovable yet realistic characters. because not all heroes or heroines need a sword to be badass. sometimes their strength lies in their quietness and gracefull way of life, in their despair and hopelessness. and it is beautiful to watch them as the story progresses.
this one is not a full five stars but i would always recommend this whole series to anyone who love full-on fantasy book with bad-ass heroes and heroines.
