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Hamlet, and Ophelia, with Magic (The Prequel)
Despite it's few faults, I really did love reading this book. You also don't get a lot of people exploring what life in Helsingør looked like before the events of the play, and I thought this author did a really great job building out the origins of the characters and their conflicts. It was a good balance of being true to Shakespeare's version of the characters while also feeling original to this author. Ultimately, this is a great example of how to make the story of Hamlet
Kendall Carroll
Sep 16, 20253 min read


Lost in the Labyrinth
Once I got my footing with this book, I really loved it. It was atmospheric, introspective, and very unique. There were some moments where it dragged a bit, but I felt so much for Piranesi that I was always engaged with his story.
Kendall Carroll
Jun 20, 20252 min read


Hamlet in The Future
I'm partial to every Hamlet retelling. There has never been a version of this story that I've disliked, and this book is no exception.
Kendall Carroll
Feb 15, 20253 min read


Impending Death, Imperfection, and Deadly Secrets
The Ghostwriter by Alessandra/A.R. Torre Pages: 321 Genre: mystery (officially), psychological fiction (according to me) Rating: 4.5...
Kendall Carroll
Feb 11, 20252 min read


Another Tragic Gay Flower Book: Voice Like a Hyacinth
Voice Like a Hyacinth by Mallory Pearson Amazon First Reads January 2025 (1/2) Pages: 356 Genre: horror Rating: 4.5 Stars Kindle...
Kendall Carroll
Jan 6, 20252 min read


"Worst Case Scenario"
Worst Case Scenario by TJ Newman Goodreads Giveaway Win Pages: 312 Genre: thriller Rating: 4.5 Star "The International Nuclear Event...
Kendall Carroll
Jul 24, 20242 min read


"Five Survive"
Eighteen-year-old Red is heading off on a Spring Break trip with her friends to the beach in an RV.
Kendall Carroll
Apr 18, 20242 min read


"I'm Glad My Mom Died"
I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy Pages: 320 Genre: memoir Rating: 4.5 Stars Former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy talks about...
Kendall Carroll
Feb 24, 20242 min read


"The Daughters of Block Island"
The Daughters of Block Island by Christa Carmen Amazon First Reads Pick Pages: 310 Genre: gothic horror Rating: 4.5 Stars Blake Bronson...
Kendall Carroll
Nov 15, 20233 min read


"Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone"
Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Book Club Pick Pages: 366 Genre: mystery Rating: 4.5 Stars This is one of...
Kendall Carroll
Sep 27, 20233 min read


"Fourth Wing"
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Book Club Read Pages: 498 Genre: fantasy romance Rating: 4.5 Stars Before my friend suggested this for...
Kendall Carroll
Sep 16, 20234 min read
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