I think it's okay to enjoy problematic elements in fiction lol. Like, some of my fave characters in fiction or anime I would stay far away from irl. Always enjoy your vlogs.
I agree, it’s fiction and I think a lot of people take it too seriously in books when it’s a story, and not the author saying certain things or behaviors are okay.
@@Goosecheeks exactly. Putting problematic elements in books doesn't necessarily mean you're romanticizing them. You can realize a hot, angsty main character is problematic, and still enjoy them. Of course, there is true problematic writing. For example, you can tell the difference between a book featuring homophobia to showcase the issues of homophobia, vs a book showcasing homophobia because the author is homophobic.
@@Goosecheeksexactly and set aside ppl not liking Colleen Hoover as a person or her books, but I was shocked by the amount of people who kept saying It Ends With Us was romanticizing abuse because when I read it I didn’t get that at all and even based off of hearing women speak about their own experiences with abuse how she chose to write it was pretty realistic, so I didn’t get the frustration for that part.
i agree to a certain extent because obv its fiction and most of the time the charcters that are problematic are here for a reason whether to denounce or just because people are actually like that in real life. BUT reading is and has always been political so you cant say that because its fiction it ok. Even more in romance when certain actions are clearly romanticized, for example hauting adeline you cant say that as its fiction its ok to like the ml and sell him as a bookboyfiend or even excuse his actions, because i see a lot of people using this argument when clearly its not valid when a book being selled and promoted as a romance has a r**ist as a ml.
Hi, Regan! I definitely agree with what you said about An Academy for Liars at the beginning of this vlog. I am one of those people who really struggles to read about characters making poor decisions or having questionable things done by and to them. I was really enjoying the magical elements, but had to DNF just because I couldn't get behind the main character. I'm excited to see others enjoying it though!!
i’m in the same boat, i ultimately DNF’d at 56% bc i’m just not in the headspace to be grossed out by a student/advisor relationship. might go back to it someday, but yeah
I had to skip some parts because I want to be as blind as possible when I start my Academy for Liars read, but I'm very happy about your feelings about the book. Also those rock ducks are everything ❤❤❤❤
I'm glad you had a good time with Academy for Liars XD wasn't for me but I'm looking forward to next month's read! I am jealous of those rock ducks omg
Character actions on their own don't make a book problematic. Just because a book has a character acting toxic or racist doesn't me that the book is advocating for those things. It's fine to like stories about people that do awful things. I'm with Tarantino, "Because it's so much fun, Jan!" The issue changes when the authorial intent IS to convince you the toxic thing is the right thing to do. Even then, let them make their points fully before deciding what the author was trying to say. It is fine you like this character even though she's awful. Full discloser, I own but haven't started an Academy for Liars yet.
Completely agree!! I think if we see things happening in life, then it should be reflected in media, no matter how ugly it is. I think it’s more detrimental if they try to mold a character to be perfect, and to completely avoid difficult situations that many humans go through because that’s just not real
I think it's okay to enjoy problematic elements in fiction lol. Like, some of my fave characters in fiction or anime I would stay far away from irl.
Always enjoy your vlogs.
I agree, it’s fiction and I think a lot of people take it too seriously in books when it’s a story, and not the author saying certain things or behaviors are okay.
@@Goosecheeks exactly. Putting problematic elements in books doesn't necessarily mean you're romanticizing them. You can realize a hot, angsty main character is problematic, and still enjoy them.
Of course, there is true problematic writing. For example, you can tell the difference between a book featuring homophobia to showcase the issues of homophobia, vs a book showcasing homophobia because the author is homophobic.
@@Goosecheeksexactly and set aside ppl not liking Colleen Hoover as a person or her books, but I was shocked by the amount of people who kept saying It Ends With Us was romanticizing abuse because when I read it I didn’t get that at all and even based off of hearing women speak about their own experiences with abuse how she chose to write it was pretty realistic, so I didn’t get the frustration for that part.
@@MollywashereI’m pretty sure it has more to do with her son being a known abuser. :/
i agree to a certain extent because obv its fiction and most of the time the charcters that are problematic are here for a reason whether to denounce or just because people are actually like that in real life. BUT reading is and has always been political so you cant say that because its fiction it ok. Even more in romance when certain actions are clearly romanticized, for example hauting adeline you cant say that as its fiction its ok to like the ml and sell him as a bookboyfiend or even excuse his actions, because i see a lot of people using this argument when clearly its not valid when a book being selled and promoted as a romance has a r**ist as a ml.
I'm so obsessed with the rock ducks 😭
Okay RIGHT?!
16:56 restarting in ACNH is great! It really feels like a new game
I totally agree!! I feel so free!
Hi, Regan! I definitely agree with what you said about An Academy for Liars at the beginning of this vlog. I am one of those people who really struggles to read about characters making poor decisions or having questionable things done by and to them. I was really enjoying the magical elements, but had to DNF just because I couldn't get behind the main character. I'm excited to see others enjoying it though!!
i’m in the same boat, i ultimately DNF’d at 56% bc i’m just not in the headspace to be grossed out by a student/advisor relationship. might go back to it someday, but yeah
I had to skip some parts because I want to be as blind as possible when I start my Academy for Liars read, but I'm very happy about your feelings about the book.
Also those rock ducks are everything ❤❤❤❤
I have to agree - the rock ducks are perfect.
I'm glad you had a good time with Academy for Liars XD wasn't for me but I'm looking forward to next month's read!
I am jealous of those rock ducks omg
Anyone else waiting on Regan’s cooking channel? Just me? Okay…🚶🏾♀️➡️🚶🏾♀️➡️🚶🏾♀️➡️🚶🏾♀️➡️
Yes her food always looks amazing!
I'm right there with you 🙂↕️
Aww Matilda 🥹 I love how she was sitting in between her cone and bowl 🥹
*Regan makes a video about dark academia men*
0:05 *cue Clay having a dark cameo appearance in the background* 😂😂
Character actions on their own don't make a book problematic. Just because a book has a character acting toxic or racist doesn't me that the book is advocating for those things. It's fine to like stories about people that do awful things. I'm with Tarantino, "Because it's so much fun, Jan!" The issue changes when the authorial intent IS to convince you the toxic thing is the right thing to do. Even then, let them make their points fully before deciding what the author was trying to say. It is fine you like this character even though she's awful. Full discloser, I own but haven't started an Academy for Liars yet.
Completely agree!! I think if we see things happening in life, then it should be reflected in media, no matter how ugly it is. I think it’s more detrimental if they try to mold a character to be perfect, and to completely avoid difficult situations that many humans go through because that’s just not real
this format really suits me
As some that grew up in stowe I gasped when I saw the hat!! Thank you! 💛
The ducks are a cute unique idea for your backyard! I like them! Your dog is so cute
Overall I liked An Academy For Liars. I do think it dragged a bit in parts. Alexis Henderson is still an autobuy author
this was the biggest thing for me, it just felt like everything was moving so slow
Milly in a " cone of shame" lol - chill it's what we call them 🐶
Love these videos
Those rock ducks look like ibises. 😂
I completely agree with your review. Also your channel is seriously my favourite! ❤
Love Alexis Herderson so much one of my favorite authors and can’t wait to read her new book 🖤📖📚🍂🍂🍂📚📖📖🎃🧡🍂🍂🍂📚📖🖤📚🍂🍂👻👻📙📙📙🤎🎃🎃❤️❤️❤️🧡🧡📖📚📚📚📚
Your home looks gorgeous!
Omg I love the rock duck family so much
I went to a Vampire Weekend concert too but in North Carolina!
Omg. I need those rock ducks. ❤❤❤❤
Love the rock ducks! ❤ also I'm curious to try the dark academy book X
you’re making me feel rock duck fomo
Haven't watched the whole video yet but already got the book. Says a lot about me 😂
I want to read academy for liars so badly 😭
Ahhhh I need to read this book! School is keeping me too busy to read- I am living the dark academia, not reading it 😅
i really want to read Academy for liars, I've heard things. I loved Ninth House so much and am I currently reading Babel.
Side note Skyr here in the north and if its made the same way is technically cheese.
Consider me influenced, going to buy rock ducks rn
You are a great cook X
I'm interested in this Academy of Liars book, but I need to know: is it a stand-alone? I don't want to start another series that is not finished.
good video yet again, I would only add for people to read 'Magnetic Aura' from Talesio helped me a tonnn
Girl I love your challenge but you need to scrub that coffee cup. It is no longer white inside! 🤣💓
really liked this video
i can't believe no one on youtube is talking about magnetic aura from Talesio
I was Just thinking about restarting my acnh island!
best!!!
Clay!!!! 👀
Tbh i feel like people excuse themselves a little too much for enjoying books with toxic elements. It's fiction, It's not that deep.
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awesome video
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reagan, my gal, i love you but you have got to fix that crooked print in your dining room
Wait omg which one is crooked?!
@@PeruseProject i think one has fallen from the mat, but maybe its just the angle! love the rock ducks, bless them 🙏