Most Intimidating Books on my TBR!!

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  • @VivianBB27
    @VivianBB27 4 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    This is random, but your sweater looks so SOFT and pretty

    • @Yvaia
      @Yvaia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Smultron-vr I wanna know where it’s from 👀

    • @rosebud8222
      @rosebud8222 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s the first thing I noticed! I got weirded out by myself for noticing that 😂😂 good thing it wasn’t just me lol

  • @TheDailyDanny
    @TheDailyDanny 4 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    *okay that first book was THICC*

    • @TheDailyDanny
      @TheDailyDanny 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Chase Marlon U’re right! no one gives a damn

  • @Jana-gz9ho
    @Jana-gz9ho 4 ปีที่แล้ว +293

    Sorry but I laughed out loud when you were talking about A little Life and said "look at this cover, do they look like they having a great time? NO!".
    I know most people see a young man crying but the image is actually by a photographer called Peter Hujar and titled "Orgasmic Man".

    • @Atalinay
      @Atalinay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      😂 Omg I didn't know that. Interesting book facts lol

    • @mysticmajestic2360
      @mysticmajestic2360 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Says something about the photo that everyone thinks he's in agony.

    • @dorkylust
      @dorkylust 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      oh my

    • @emilyvance3894
      @emilyvance3894 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      mysticmajestic I think it’s actually very metaphorical in Judes life and how his misery is often accompanied with the sexual abuse that befell him often and played a major role in his very trauma ridden life

  • @madsjcon1836
    @madsjcon1836 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    A little life is so good! It will rip your soul and your heart into pieces it’s definitely emotional

    • @joshuaroger8364
      @joshuaroger8364 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Maddie Conlan I mostly hated it but it will be really interesting to hear her thoughts

    • @zukihoney135
      @zukihoney135 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s legit my favorite book which is the first time I’ve been able to say that confidently about a book

    • @weallneedheroes5180
      @weallneedheroes5180 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sadly can‘t agree

  • @samankhalid8590
    @samankhalid8590 4 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    The most intimidating books and series on my tbr:
    1. The mortal instruments
    2. Shades of magic
    3. Mistborn
    4. The Nightingale
    5. On the come up

    • @charlottejruthauthor
      @charlottejruthauthor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      haha the mortal instruments is on mine too! also series like the raven cycle, the diviners, miss peregrine's, etc.

    • @skyward7903
      @skyward7903 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Please do read Mistborn! Its too damn amazing to ignore no matter how much you hate long books.

    • @jennyharmony1371
      @jennyharmony1371 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've read the first four out of this list and they were all amazing and worth it. The Nightingale is vastly different than the rest though.

    • @Nora-fq8lp
      @Nora-fq8lp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mistborn is great and I actually don't remember it as a long book because I got through it so fast 😊 really really recommend the stormlight archive books by Sanderson as well, even though those are admittedly pretty long (but so worth it)

    • @brooklyn__________
      @brooklyn__________ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      saman khalid omg same about the mortal instruments

  • @catyapping
    @catyapping 4 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    For me it’s Priory of the Orange Tree! I want to read it so badly though. Also A Little Life

    • @Rather-Be-Reading
      @Rather-Be-Reading 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes! My partner bought me priory and I was so happy but I find myself scared to pick it up because I have a 75 book goal for this year and it will slow me down haha!

    • @victoria4
      @victoria4 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      idk if the audiobook exists for that yet but when I decide I want to read that I’d definitely go for that

    • @Rather-Be-Reading
      @Rather-Be-Reading 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@victoria4 it does!

    • @win3738
      @win3738 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I'm more than halfway through The Priory of the Orange tree, and I don't think I will ever finish it. IT'S SOOOO BORING! My goodness! The only redeeming thing about it is its beautiful cover.

    • @froncifresh
      @froncifresh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was intimitated too and i struggled a bit in the first 100 pages to recognize the names and the characters tbh, but after those first pages i literally flew through it. My favourite book from last year, it was definitely worth it and in the end you'll deff feel like reading 1000 pages more, trust me

  • @KelliMarissa
    @KelliMarissa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I've been putting off Priory of the Orange Tree, only because it's too long for me to read in one go if I get it from the library, but I don't like buying books unless I already like them.. so I can't decide what to do lol.

    • @Morfeusm
      @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kelli Marissa if you care about my opinion, priory is worth it. It’s big, sometimes slow but very nice world and characters! I am finishing it right now and it’s most exciting modern high fantasy in years! Also, I softly DNFd it last year but I am so glad I gave it a 2nd chance!

    • @ayajade6683
      @ayajade6683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Some books offer free e samples like 5-7 chapters usually to see if you like it

  • @kellymagro2820
    @kellymagro2820 4 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    I find that the only thing making me feel like I have to read books like A Little Life is just other people saying I have to read it. Emotionally charged books like that might be their jam but it's not mine. It's been five years. Let it go. Life is too short to read books you're not excited to read. You will literally die before you get a chance to read the books you WANT to read.

    • @evanscarborough1761
      @evanscarborough1761 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I read A Little Life... was extremely well written and also I wish I never read it. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone but I can appreciate it for what it is.

  • @KatyHumm14
    @KatyHumm14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Please do pick up A Little Life soon! I’ve just finished reading it and I am completely and utterly emotionally drained, but I freaking loved it. I haven’t stopped thinking about it in weeks. Alllll of the trigger warnings though.

  • @exoforlifex5847
    @exoforlifex5847 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Concerning Bridge of Clay: power through! It's long and slow but it's sooo worth it! My second favorite book of last year

  • @americanchic1101
    @americanchic1101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm currently reading a little life and I have so many quotes highlighted. But in between I've been reading manga and graphic novels that are light and happy to help counteract all the heaviness.

  • @brunatonella
    @brunatonella 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Bridge of Clay is as perfect as one might expect it once you get into it. Zusak's style is still there, I barely have words to describe it. He seems to use as little words as he can to convey so much feeling and that makes it devastatingly beautiful, as usual

  • @ckbobae88
    @ckbobae88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started to follow you since last year and I love how honest you are on what you like and don't :) Love on how you really seem passionate about reading! You make reading so attractive and fun! Thanks!^^

  • @joeylebert431
    @joeylebert431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Tip: Save A Little Life for a time when you WANT to feel strong emotions when reading!!!! This book is incredible and will deliver the results you want if you choose to read it for this purpose! If you read this book during a fantasy binge (as I often have these when I’m not looking for strong emotional attachment, but need a bingeable read), you might just lose interest and not experience the book for what it’s worth. It’s deeply saddening and will leave you in awe, but should be read at the right time in your life in order to have the best impact.

  • @MalignantCactus
    @MalignantCactus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Malazan will forever be my answer to "most intimidating book/series". Good lord I dread the thought of starting each book, but I always love every moment I spend in Erikson's world.

    • @rahulmore7681
      @rahulmore7681 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nothing can top malazan in being the most intimidating and being the most rewarding at the same time.

  • @FLATTZCLUR
    @FLATTZCLUR 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    “I’m never in the mood to be weighed down by the earth man.” Seriously one of the most relatable reading experiences ever! That’s exactly how I feel when I want to get to my Classic Literature and Science Fiction TBR. Because most of the time I end up LOVING the story. But the emotions and learning about this new world with rules or certain ways of writing is just exhausting to try to comprehend sometimes

  • @disdainbrook
    @disdainbrook 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Maybe A Little Life will surprise you! I also thought it would be a slow read but I ended up not being able to put it down once I started and flew through it over a single weekend!

  • @danaschroer1188
    @danaschroer1188 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Goldfinch is a must must read. Loved it!!!!

  • @mian2286
    @mian2286 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Umm, no spoilers but a lot happens in A Little Life and it's definitely not slow. It does have a lot of dark and upsetting content.

  • @Misseggy24
    @Misseggy24 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my gosh I absolutely ADORE Bridge of Clay!! I understand why lots of people probably wouldn’t like it though... the reason why I love it so much is because it’s VERY authentic to the experience of growing up in working class suburban Australia (can confirm this, as that was exactly how I grew up too). That book is easily the most relatable, nostalgic, atmospherically-accurate book I have ever read. It’s definitely not anywhere near as accessible for a wide audience as The Book Thief is, but I truly feel like it’s a much more personal, nuanced story that has the potential to be extremely impactful for the (granted, small) group of people who can relate to the context that Zusak was coming from in writing it.

  • @LindsNW05
    @LindsNW05 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Most intimidating books on my TBR are The Stormlight Archives and Priory of the Orange Tree and basically any book you can use as a weapon.

    • @Morfeusm
      @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      girlnotgrey84 but both are really worth it! I recommend switching between audiobook, ebook and physical. It’s and expansive option but much digestible!

    • @strawberryfrog76
      @strawberryfrog76 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Morfeusm I was just gonna say audiobook too! I am a SLOW reader and big books take ages for me, so I always choose audiobooks (sometimes on 1.3x speed) just so I can finish it within my lifespan

    • @tylerhoffman2271
      @tylerhoffman2271 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Stormlight Archive is incredible so definitely worth reading 1000+ pages per book

    • @Nora-fq8lp
      @Nora-fq8lp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Stormlight Archive books are some of my absolute favourites and so worth it!

  • @anastasia7966_
    @anastasia7966_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The goldfinch is absolutely amazing one of my favorites. A little life is wonderful too. They’re both totally worth it

  • @emilyhughes1628
    @emilyhughes1628 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I completely agree with your feelings around Bridge of Clay. I feel like it was either completely over-edited or under-edited. I've tried to complete the book three times and sadly had to DNF. He remains to be my favourite author, I pre-ordered a signed edition and immediately sat down to read it when it arrived and was so disappointed! It felt confusing for the sake of it, rather than it being a plot device or stylistically interesting.

  • @tomatoandpotato1971
    @tomatoandpotato1971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Same here with The Goldfinch. There is something about the style of writing that keeps me from reading it, although I did enjoy some literary books in the past like Howard's End. Just goes to show one has to find a literary book that appeals to him.

    • @HalienNation1
      @HalienNation1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      tomatoandpotato - When I saw her stack of thick books - I immediately wondered if one of them was The Goldfinch. 😂 I did NOT like that book AT ALL & life is too short to waste that much time forcing yourself to read depressing 🤮. DNF’d it finally & happily. No regrests

  • @moev29
    @moev29 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m working through the whole set of Cosmere books for the first time this year and as if the number of books wasn’t daunting enough I just received my copies of the stormlight archive books and omg they’re huge. Lol

  • @HenaLaul
    @HenaLaul 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    My list of books that intimidate me: A Little Life, The Stand, Les Miserables, Dune, The Goldfinch

    • @Morfeusm
      @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      HenaLaul Dune is GREAT as an audiobook! It really helps with dry writing because you are listening and world and story is great!

    • @KatyHumm14
      @KatyHumm14 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’ve just finished A Little Life, emotionally draining. But so freaking beautiful!

    • @HenaLaul
      @HenaLaul 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Morfeus I will definitely try it. Thank you for the recommendation! Are there many versions? If so, which one do you recommend?

    • @HenaLaul
      @HenaLaul 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Katy Humm It’s on my shelf, staring at me, whispering everyday “ready for the emotional roller coaster? It’ll be fun”. I’m really quite excited though!

    • @julietibbetts9262
      @julietibbetts9262 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Oooooooh I wanna read Dune so bad but saaaaame.

  • @allisonh2340
    @allisonh2340 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell was a random book I picked up secondhand a few weeks ago and it's currently one of the books on my TBR that I'm the most excited about. Now I'm a little nervous haha

  • @MidwestMeeple
    @MidwestMeeple 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did The Goldfinch on audio and it was captivating. I think it would be a good one for you while your commuting. Plus half of the book is in New York. I feel like that would be so pleasant. As soon as I finish my current read, I am going for A Little Life. Everyone is buzzing about it and I just need to see for myself.

  • @a.j.5498
    @a.j.5498 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Are you planing on reading The Wheel of Time?

    • @PeruseProject
      @PeruseProject  4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Yesssssss probably in the next few years!

    • @LisaL86
      @LisaL86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There’s a BEAUTIFUL edition of them by Juniper Books ❤️🐉

    • @a.j.5498
      @a.j.5498 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LisaL86 Yeah I saw Daniel Greene video of it and I loved it, but I can't afford it right now, i'm going to start saving for it xD

    • @jennyharmony1371
      @jennyharmony1371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so here for this! Can't wait for her to read it and encourage us all! Lol

    • @CocoRegardless
      @CocoRegardless 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well, that's an intimidating series on my TBR.

  • @writingwiththeresa
    @writingwiththeresa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You do not know how excited I was to see the seven realms series on your shelf because I have not found anyone else who has read that series!!!!

  • @leannechan3470
    @leannechan3470 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This might be weird but your books are so clean and it’s so satisfying watching u fan through them

  • @erinunrau6380
    @erinunrau6380 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i felt the exact same way when i started bridge of clay, but honestly its so worth pushing through, SO worth it - once you get the hang of the writing style its so immersive and clever, and truly stunning. Keep trying!

  • @mrboyd720
    @mrboyd720 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A Little Life is on my TBR for March! I think I’m finally ready.

    • @gabby-fb3jc
      @gabby-fb3jc 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same I’m scared!!

  • @myconfusedmerriment
    @myconfusedmerriment 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It makes me feel better that even someone who reads as much as you do, Reagan, can still have a book on their shelf for 5 years, lol. Makes me feel like "ah, I'm in good company here..." The TBR list is just never-ending! BUT I did just recently finish The Lies of Locke Lamora, after hearing you talk about it so many times, and I'm SO glad I did, because it's definitely a new fave; I loved it so much!! I will definitely want to read the other books, so thank you for that great rec!!

  • @ellendodd496
    @ellendodd496 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope if you get around to the Goldfinch you enjoy it as much as I did. I couldn't put it down and was sad when it ended. Definitely my book of the year in the year I read it.

  • @Phillybookfairy
    @Phillybookfairy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved the Goldfinch and A Little Life. Im also having a hard time getting into Bridge of Clay too but ive heard if we perservere it will pay off.

  • @Wanderness
    @Wanderness 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Jonathan Strange must have took the author 60 years to write because I swear to god that book feels longer than any book I've EVER seen

  • @mariavargasgalvan9039
    @mariavargasgalvan9039 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A Little Life was on my TBR for so long but I finally did it and having the audiobook and listening to it really helped in moving forward.

  • @fa3ryg1rl1
    @fa3ryg1rl1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The hazel wood is so good!

  • @SnowFire990
    @SnowFire990 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A little life is the only book I just can't stop thinking about even though it's been three years since I read it. I just get these days where I remember reading it and it really gets me. Also the only book where I felt like the characters are real. It's very raw. One of my all time favourites

  • @isabellapark6796
    @isabellapark6796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Assassins Quest is a bit of a slog but the next books (either Ship of Magic or Fool’s Errand depending on who you want to follow) are soooo worth it. I finished them in like two days, and they’re massive

  • @allir5220
    @allir5220 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Oh my god please read A Little Life!! I can promise you that it will be a reading experience you will never forget or be able to recreate

  • @Paikiej
    @Paikiej 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the hazel wood. It's a book to read slowly and to emerse yourself in. I haven't read the Name of the Wind yet!

  • @maritzagonzalez7636
    @maritzagonzalez7636 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I also tried reading a Bridge of Clay but I felt like I couldn’t get into it and it bothered me so much because I enjoyed the Book Thief

  • @BookishChas
    @BookishChas 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Regan! I’m so glad to find your channel. I’m always excited to connect with fellow Booktubers. I’ve really been on the fence about starting Gentleman Bastards and Lightbringer. I’ve heard mixed reviews on those. Maybe I’ll check them out. I’m intimidated by Jonathan Strange too lol.

  • @calsreadingcorner8615
    @calsreadingcorner8615 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I mainly put off series finales-- I'm never ready to say goodbye!

    • @Morfeusm
      @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cal's Constant Raving Reviews awww

  • @zoeydavis3516
    @zoeydavis3516 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A Little Life is SUPER heavy but it’s just sooooo good. I also didn’t find it slow which is weird because I’m scared of all books over 400 pages

  • @lindseymarie706
    @lindseymarie706 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Give The Goldfinch a try! It made such an impact on me. On par with the Book Thief. Beautifully human and real and such well-developed characters. One of my favs of all time. 💖

  • @marinemmmj
    @marinemmmj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This a very original video, I loved it! Some books are so intimidating, that's crazy 😂 Oathbringer by Brandon Sanderson has been in my tbr for so long, but I'm discouraged everytime I look at it!
    Also Bridge Of Clay sounds really interesting 👀

  • @SarahEllis
    @SarahEllis 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I put off the HazelWood for a long time because of the mixed reviews but I ended up really enjoying it.

  • @MrKatsel
    @MrKatsel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg I screamed when you said Bridge of Clay because that was literally my thought. The Book Thief is my everything and I actually pre-ordered a very pretty HC edition of Bridge of Clay before it came out, that's how excited I was... have gotten to page 50 two times by now..... please someone tell me it get's better after that, so I can give it another FINAL chance???!

  • @becklebooks
    @becklebooks 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So so excited for you to experience the ending of the Lightbringer series. It was so good. New fave fantasy series. ❤️ And I’m always excited for you to continue reading Hobb! Her work is so slow burn but the characters are incredible. My fave character is introduced in book 2 I believe and I’m excited for you to encounter them! 😍

  • @daniellepettey3888
    @daniellepettey3888 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm almost finished the Goldfinch. It's not as emotionally taxing as I thought it would be though I do care deeply for Theo in such a way. It's a slow one, but while I'm going about my day I swear I keep ruminating on Theo until I pick the book back up. Plus the detail in Donna Tartt's writing is astounding. I cant imagine the research gone into so many aspects of this book. I have about 200 pages left and I'm worried something horrid is going to happen that will devastate me ha

  • @aflowerthatcannotbebloomed
    @aflowerthatcannotbebloomed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Books that I'm somehow putting off reading are:
    - the dragon republic
    - royal assassin & assassins quest
    - holy sister
    - atonement
    - what if it's us
    - a dance with dragons
    And probably more

    • @carly885
      @carly885 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Atonement and a dance of dragons (more asoiaf overall) are two of my favourite books 😊 I'd recommend!

  • @JayGTheAwkwardBookworm
    @JayGTheAwkwardBookworm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ooo yes to Chain of Gold! so much to keep track of!

  • @willprotector
    @willprotector 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey thanks for recommending the Keeper of the Lost Cities series! It has been such a pleasure to sink into. I could not believe how great the writing is, and it is directed toward middle schoolers. Haven't read a midgrade this good since Harry Potter and the Inheritance Saga.

  • @MLLatUtube
    @MLLatUtube 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I wanted to reread a classic this year and chose Moby Dick. Even though I really liked it the first time (yes, I know, weird) I am having trouble picking it up again now.

  • @victoria4
    @victoria4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Here’s my list:
    Ninth house- Leigh Bardugo
    The starless sea - Erin Morgenstern
    Misery - Stephen King
    Shadow and Bone - Leigh Bardugo (the bad reviews have turned me offff)

    • @freefirecentral6669
      @freefirecentral6669 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Victoria i really loved misery! but that’s just because i’m a nerd for king, the bad reviews are understandable

    • @lillyrockstar7
      @lillyrockstar7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you’re used to reading YA shadow and bone is fairly small in size and you could always skim! I find that helps when I’m trying to digest a series that isn’t amazing but still decent 😂

    • @ayajade6683
      @ayajade6683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Her other series that starts with six of crows is better received

    • @queenigelkotte
      @queenigelkotte 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I recommend reading six of crows first you dont have to read shadow and bone first if at all

  • @sarahbookworm5937
    @sarahbookworm5937 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Basically my entire TBR! But mostly, Mistborn series and Illuminae because I want to like it so much but I'm worried about what if I read it and don't like it.

  • @binibj582
    @binibj582 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My intimidating tbr:
    Lord of shadows
    Love in the time of cholera
    The two towers
    Way of kings
    Name of the wind
    Now I think of it I have more books in my tbr than I need for my Goodreads goal because my goal was 100 books and I have already finished 97 of them.

  • @lucillem7706
    @lucillem7706 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mine are House of Leaves, Romanovs, the Lord of the Rings (I have the 50th anniversary bind up edition) and the Black Prism

    • @Anna-ou7or
      @Anna-ou7or 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I could not get through fellowship of the ring for the life of me. I got to the council of Elrond and gave up. Good luck though. You may have more will power than me. 😂

    • @tylerl.2268
      @tylerl.2268 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anna-ou7or I didnt understand House of Leaves but I read it years ago when I was like 14. I've been considering trying it again and seeing if I get it more this time.

  • @PhilipChaseTheBestofFantasy
    @PhilipChaseTheBestofFantasy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I loved Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell, but that might have something to do with all the 18th and 19th century novels I read in graduate school. Susanna Clarke does a brilliant job of capturing the voice of that era and mixing in some whimsical fantasy. If you liked the first two books of the Gentlemen Bastards series, you'll almost certainly enjoy the third. Lynch keeps up his high standards, and the characters and their relationships are as engaging as ever. I'm also a fan of Robin Hobb's Assassin books, and Assassin's Quest is a worthy end to that original trilogy. I can't say the same of the Lightbringer books. I just finished the first, and though I really wanted to like it, it seemed a bit flat to me. I'll push on to read the second eventually.

  • @Starrysong
    @Starrysong 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never read reviews before I read a book, so that I don't get talked out of reading a book. I am reading A Little Life now. I am halfway through and it is an emotional rollercoaster ride. I love it though. I will also be starting The Royal Assassin by Robin Hobb sometime soon as I borrowed it using Libby from my library.

  • @booksandteawithanna-marie6395
    @booksandteawithanna-marie6395 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just started Lies of Locke Lamora, the first in the Gentleman Bastard series! I’m really enjoying it so far! The dialogue and banter are so witty, and I love the characters so far!

  • @shelleylawrence8397
    @shelleylawrence8397 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my gosh, I’m with you...I have a really hard time, a sense of dread, in reading heartbreaking stories.

  • @TheSelkie1990
    @TheSelkie1990 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Priory of the Orange Tree, Kingdom of Ash, and Anna Karenina....basically all the big ones....I also tend to put off long series. Like all of Cassandra Clare's books 'cause it's just a big commitment. Why I only read book one of Outlander too. I get tired just thinking of how many books there are in the series and how big.

  • @4travelinggirls
    @4travelinggirls 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Goldfinch! Also putting off Frederick Douglass prophet of freedom, The City of Brass, The Silmarillion, The Count of Monte Cristo. BUT i am tackling (and almost done with) Anna Karenina, so that is motivating :D

  • @NFK8
    @NFK8 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    House of Leaves has sat on my shelf for a long time. Definitely intimidated by it.

  • @lyddie465
    @lyddie465 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    i put off north and south by elizabeth gaskell for SO long, only to realise that i was so close to one of my favourite scenes and the main characters meeting. definitely one of my favourite books so far this year!

  • @breen89skiins
    @breen89skiins 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The robin hobb's audiobooks are really great, maybe you should try them out. I was really intimidated with Royal Assassin and I listened to the audiobook, it's amazing. And it's so so much better than the first one!!

  • @TamaynIrraniah
    @TamaynIrraniah 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been putting off The Wticher, only because I heard that there is a better read order, but I d9nt have the second book that should be read in order.

  • @f3m74
    @f3m74 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please try to finish Bridge of Clay. It’s one of my absolute favourites and getting through a bit to get used to the weird pov’s is so, so worth it. I promise.

  • @huda9445
    @huda9445 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been putting off Six Of Crows , I have nothing against it , it’s just when I look at my shelf I have no desire to pick it up , I know I’ll probably love it but for some reason I’m not in the mode for it .

  • @kimberlykv4313
    @kimberlykv4313 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Travel to Michigan! That would be so fun to host you guys here. ♡

  • @clairemeehan4141
    @clairemeehan4141 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm like you regarding The Burning White - I feel like I need to re-read the series before I start the last book because the world is so complex I'm not sure I will remember all the relevant information to really appreciate the final book.

  • @kaity133
    @kaity133 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The category with books being realy emotional is so relatable to me. I haven't picked up books and shows that I would would hurt me in yearssss

  • @thesandrapagethings
    @thesandrapagethings 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Right now I’m reading Romeo and Juliet which I find intimidating (but I’m using the side by side translation version to help me know what’s going on) and The Brothers Karamazov which I’ve started but is so long it intimidates me by how long it will take to stick with it and read it - though I’m enjoying both stories, just intimidated by the writing. 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @SnorriSnibble
    @SnorriSnibble 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm having a hard time with Bridge of Clay, too... It's not bad, but I stopped reading at 160 pages last year, because it was sooo dragging and I wanted something fun to read and I haven't picked it up since...

  • @andrea_2022
    @andrea_2022 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    "A little life" it is a really good book. I just loved it and especially the characters.

  • @carolinetaylor3069
    @carolinetaylor3069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just did this video haha and my most intimidating book on my TBR is definitely Outlander

  • @VanyLovesMusic86
    @VanyLovesMusic86 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was putting off Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell. I got to it with an audiobook just a few weeks ago. It was lovely, but still kind of...Like I expected more. So I'd rather read it earlier than hold onto it for so long.
    Another one I am keeping on my TBR is Lost Boys, the Peter Pan re-telling and I have to say...I started it, then it went from a creepy setting to really extreme and I put it aside. Now I am too scared to pick it up and read through it. :D

  • @drawshahd5921
    @drawshahd5921 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    honestly the hazel wood is the book that got me into reading more frequently it is really nice and fantasy in it is just wow

  • @Morfeusm
    @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    For me it’s Complete works of Jane Austen, then ANY poetry book and Ulysses (that book OMG is insane 😱)

    • @tomatoandpotato1971
      @tomatoandpotato1971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here. I've had Ulysees in my shelf for several years now. The reputation, the thickness among other things just about scared the heck out of me. I think it will sit there undisturbed further.

    • @Morfeusm
      @Morfeusm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tomatoandpotato1971 still better than Finnegans Wake, I mean just listen to this: 'What clashes here of wills gen wonts; oystrigods gaggin fishygods! brekkek keekkek keekkek keekkek! Koax koax koax! Ualu ualu ualu! Quaouauh!' I mean that man was a savage 😂👌

    • @tomatoandpotato1971
      @tomatoandpotato1971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Morfeusm 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @rutgers9506
    @rutgers9506 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You must have a ton of soft and beautiful sweaters. You look sooo gorgeous❤

  • @ohsoabby4689
    @ohsoabby4689 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    SAME I’m so intimidated by a little life BUT I loved the goldfinch so much I would highly recommend it (though I preferred the secret history)

  • @eduardomissi7804
    @eduardomissi7804 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Book I'm putting off: Daughter of the Forest (I don''t know why though...)

    • @RachealBrigid
      @RachealBrigid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Heart wrenching but beautiful. Worth the read!

  • @singingtiger6488
    @singingtiger6488 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Regan, the Goldfinch is an intense story but it is not so overwhelmingly sad and intense that you cant read it. There is always a current of hope (almost) throughout the book and people who care deeply about the main character. I think you could read it without it being too much of an intense "reality book". :)

  • @klatskyn
    @klatskyn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Goldfinch is wonderful. And while it's certainly sad in a lot of ways, it isn't harrowing. She writes incredible characters. Honestly I've read it I think four times. It's very absorbing, and just so beautifully written!

  • @ariellakahan-harth8831
    @ariellakahan-harth8831 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think the most intimidating book on my TBR is 'The Secret History.' I read it a couple years ago and liked it but people online seem to love it so much that I thought I was missing something and would benefit from a reread. Except then I keep putting it off to read other books.

  • @lizardslaw2661
    @lizardslaw2661 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A Little Life was really really good. Just make sure you have a really good support group afterwards

  • @nataliaweronikapetersson3425
    @nataliaweronikapetersson3425 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most amazing thing for me is your TBR consists of physical books whereas mine is mostly titles in goodreads :D

  • @CarrotVision3DCarrotsAreVision
    @CarrotVision3DCarrotsAreVision 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've read 200ish pages of Don Quiote need to pick it back up at some point.

  • @taz3381
    @taz3381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You will love A little life! Its so important to read it because it discusses such vital topics and themes and historical events ! Please pick it up ! I would love to hear your thoughts

  • @rebeccawhite6493
    @rebeccawhite6493 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The most intimidating books in my TBR right now:
    The rest of the game of thrones books(only read the first one), they are so long 😣😄
    Still one of my favourite series though 💕

  • @wolfsisterheart
    @wolfsisterheart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me it’s The Book Thief but I’m planning on picking it up in March

    • @samankhalid8590
      @samankhalid8590 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make sure you do!!!
      You'll definitely love it!!!

  • @jasminewinchester177
    @jasminewinchester177 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve had the same problem with bridge of clay. The POV also got to me like I wasn’t expecting it.

  • @beatricetoscano2247
    @beatricetoscano2247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Read the Goldfinch, it's soooo good

  • @jackystar5099
    @jackystar5099 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have gotten so used to readed 300-400 page books that it's taking me so long to read a 600 page book. Haven't picked up the Toll for some reason. The new SJM book will probably be read first. I'm just disappointing myself.

  • @SimplySaraReads
    @SimplySaraReads 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have A Little Life checked out from my library right now. But, I too am scared. Lol.

  • @carmensirbu8585
    @carmensirbu8585 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My list of books that intimidate me: A brief history of seven killings, Wolf Hall, A tree grows in Brooklyn, Kristin Lavransdatter, Gone with the wind, A little life, The secret history and De la part de la princesse morte by Kenize Mourad .