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[@kieranweiss6065]

I’m convinced there is no feeling that compares to finishing a book and then your favourite booktuber posting a new video right after.

[@JTZombiE]

the stars had aligned

[@anxiety_ridden3]

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[@kimwicks5540]

When you started talking about being addicted to a show I thought "yeah, me with good omens" right before you said "it's good omens" HDBDIDJS This show OWNS MY LIFE ATM

[@m4c4rtn3y]

SAME!! I can always expect to have good omens at the front of my mind at any given moment

[@juliii_g]

I also instantly thought of good omens 😂😍 my bff and I are obsessed as well 😂 I watched season 2 in 2 days 💀

[@fiona8081]

I read the Foxhole Court books in 48 hours like 2 years ago. Earlier this summer, me and my mom were on a long road trip and we ended up on the highway in South Carolina. When I drove past an exit sign for Columbia, I was suddenly transported back to the fever dream that was reading them, and proceeded to spend the next 2 hours telling my increasingly more horrified mother every single detail I could remember. So yeah, absolutely there is something terrifyingly powerful about them that changes you somehow. But in a completely unhinged way, like you've maybe been possessed by a demon

[@MarcelleLeiturasPreguicosas]

I saw the latest spiderverse movie and when Leonie talked about chai tea I went there "you are saying tea tea!"

[@anxiety_ridden3]

I JUST COMMENTED THE LAST BITS OF THE QUOTE-

[@Mia_M]

I always just say chai after learning it meant tea. same with naan

[@honoluluw]

ME TOOO i was like "pavitr prabhakar must be screaming rn"

[@alicedalexandrite]

In my native language the word tea is literally translated as chai so I heard it the same way 😂

[@fae7y]

As a desi it's really funny to see someone say chai "chai tea" cus we're literally having chai ALL the time lol

[@katherineeaster5799]

For all the Good Omens obsessed people: you might enjoy Staged. It's David Tennant and Michael Sheen, basically being chaotic on zoom calls during the pandemic. There are three (very short) seasons.

[@alma3468]

for anyone who can’t watch staged on bbc: the episodes are currently uploaded to youtube i watched all of it in 3 days 🥲

[@luiiiandmovieee]

thank you wonderful person!!

[@teagalore]

Loved Staged! The first series was the best I feel. David and Michael just have the best friendship ☺️

[@WolfNWoman]

I came to say the same thing! Staged is so good

[@seductiveraven4895]

Can someone tell me what good omens is?

[@m4c4rtn3y]

good omens has taken over my entire life. the casting??? immaculate.

[@Veronikafenriz]

thank you, came here to say this, didn't hope to already see it here. Can someone send help.

[@quetzalcoaetl]

I feel so supported by these fellow GO fans hahaha. I am DEEP in the obsession and I think there's no hope left for my sanity

[@emmabiss8067]

how do we move on. I finished it just mins ago and I KNEW SOMEONE WOULD BE TALKING AB IT HERE HELPP

[@m4c4rtn3y]

@@emmabiss8067 just hope it gets renewed for a third season 😩

[@seductiveraven4895]

Can someone tell me what good omens is?

[@victoriakeller3761]

Leonie!! I would love to see a video of "romances that we love to ship for the compelling connection and not the hotness" recommendations. I too am tired of the "I'm into them because...they're hot" romances in fantasy lately, and it stands out even more when you read a book that is the opposite, where the characters have emotional tension and then find common ground and it's not all about the hotness. (Just finished A Winter's Promise and I ship it so hard.) I also agree COMPLETELY about Left Hand. What an interesting concept for such a boring book. It was hardly even a story, just a prop for essays about the subject. I was disappointed at the end that she shied away from the guys hooking up on the mountain hike with the bodyheat trope. I guess that might have been too shocking for the time period, but it would have given the travel part something interesting :P

[@luiiiandmovieee]

Hey, I absolutely agree with you. It's hard to find ships with actual chemistry. I think six of crows is a great one (especially the kanej ship, but actually all of them) and good omens.

[@katierasburn9571]

i second this! i'm tired of reading books that sound fantastic and are just massive letdowns

[@victoriakeller3761]

Six of Crows is totally the benchmark. Every single ship in there but especially Kanej 😍 It's so hard to find ones that satisfy. I think the cozier fantasies published more recently (Half a Soul, Very Secret Society, Nettle & Bone) have been my favorites in the romance department lately.

[@ninagridchina1388]

The Daughter of No worlds and subsequent books in the war of the lost children is great in that sense! I loved the genuine connection between the characters and 'hotness' was t even discussed. A bonus point: love interest is not 500 years old haha

[@scarabee04]

I love A winter's promise! The whole series is so good (and not only for the romance) I hope you enjoy the next books too

[@tony_starch]

I am also obsessed with Good Omens. I read the book when I was 14, and now I’m 28 with Season 2 out. I have LOST MY DAMNED MIND, I never expected all of this at 14 😭😭😭

[@Limeyvip]

"the foxhole court brainwashes you" is the most accurate description ever because i read the books years ago. i was obsessed with it. over the years though, i became more and more critical of it, until i eventually stopped thinking about it altogether. however, once i watched your 2-hour video thinking it would just be a fun little trip down memory lane, it was like something inside me became unlocked. suddenly i couldn't stop thinking about it. i felt the intense urge to reread the books. that night i had a freaking dream that i was IN the books. that's how much the series has a grip on you.

[@rosech0senOne]

SAMEEEEE I am obsessed with Good Omens. Im a late comer.. knew it existed since before pandemic but barely binged it like a month ago. And i already have all Neils books on ebook. It’s such a GREAT show.

[@anxiety_ridden3]

0:37 "Chai means tea, bro! Would you like it if I asked you for some coffee coffee with room for cream cream?" -Pavitr 2023

[@lu_lu0]

Neil Gaiman is def one of my fav authors rn and i really recommend reading the good Omens book. Some other ones i really like are 1. unnatural creatures, which is a collection of short stories 2. the graveyard book, about a boy being raised by ghosts. It's really whimsical and strange and just weirdly comforting. Just perfect for the start of autumn. Have a good day!

[@anaiswinter9893]

On Good Omens......yeah.....I read so much fanfic just to cope with the soulcrushing pain. If Our Flag Means Death doesnt have a better ending in season 2 I am gonna scream.

[@emmslc1226]

if you love Good Omens, you'll def love Our Flag Means Death, has very similar vibes and an amazing romance. Big overlap in the fandoms lol xx

[@scarabee04]

Omg yes and the trailer for season 2 just dropped it comes out on the 5th of october the whole fandom is so hyped

[@emmslc1226]

​@@scarabee04 i'm so excited i could cry😭

[@timeea.i19]

I am disappointed Chloe Gong's novel was boring cause i LOVE how she writes characters so much, and to me, she did a great job with setting the scene in her debut. Still, it's good to see your opinion on it. Edit: i know she said vol. 2 of Immortal Longings is gonna contain her most tragic end so... i wanna read the series/duology even tho i am a plot reader

[@relitin]

OMG LEONIE THANK YOU!! I have also been sucked into the Good Omens void and it’s bad this time around! I can 100% relate because this show is marking me act like I’m 16 again (and mind you I haven’t been 16 for over 10 years already). I wrote fan fic! That’s how bad it has gotten, I’ve never written fan fiction and now I just had to because this show will not leave my head. My TikTok and instagram are nothing but Good Omens. My obsession is real and it doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere soon 😢 Oh, I love it and I hate it at the same time I’m just happy to hear someone else is experiencing at least something similar to what I’m going through right now.

[@alinasophie746]

1000% recommend you read good omens!!!! it's one of the funniest things i've ever read but also really heartwarming and emotional at times. i think the show captured the mood of the book very well, so you won't be disappointed :)

[@hayleynbd]

good omens has taken over my entire life (again!!) girlie you are not alone

[@Gabbysreadingwell]

Leonie!!!! I cannot tell you how excited I got when you opened this video with how obsessed you are with Good Omens. My entire life has been upended and put on hold because of this show. I've fallen into a hyperfixation hole that has no end & I'm so happy that one of my favorite booktubers is in that same hole. From all the way across the world, I feel your pain and desperation for season 3 😂

[@Jantonov1]

I suck at following new things so I never heard of Good Omens. Took a look. Love the cast and theme. Going to watch it now and watch your vid later. Thanks for the heads up, Leonie!

[@subtlefire7256]

Have fun! I also highly recommend the novel.

[@FreyaFreyaWillow]

My fav comfort tv show right now is (and it’s perfect for cozy autumn evening!) Only Murders in the Building. It is amazing 🍂❤️

[@BiBiBear344]

Same! I love it 😍

[@monsem7928]

Good omens is a true comfort watch that will also break my heart 😭

[@eini1422]

omg yes I'm also so obsessed with good omens at the moment

[@AnanasAbanaan]

the Good Omens book is a great read! Long sentences though 😅 but the entire book has super funny commentary on itself in footnotes and I love that

[@zsuzsannakoos2384]

Goid Omens has a chokehold on me and I will go crazy if we don't get season 3 quickly

[@ChemicalPenguinn]

Yes, Good Omens!!!

[@etherealelf]

I'll need to check out "Good Omens"!

[@relitin]

Be careful, it has the potential to take over your whole life… and I’m not sure if it’s better on this side, we are in shambles 🥲

[@Numerous_geckos]

The Left Hand of Darkness is one of my favourite books of all time…but the first time I tried to read it I stopped after a hundred pages because I was so bored. It really is very slow and less plot-focused (sort of the style of the time I suppose) but I’ve come back to it again and again after the first time I forced myself through it because for me at least, it’s the kind of book that just grows in my mind the more time I’ve spent after reading it.

[@thisisnotausernameXD]

I think Le Guin generally has a dry style. I love her but I find I do stop and restart her books a lot. Her short stories and essays are a breeze though.

[@merygl]

i recently found your channel, I can’t stop watching all of your videos, i love your content 🫶🏼

[@inescosta8082]

Lezgooo Good Omenssss. I'm still processing season 2 but I love it more than anything

[@belen2125]

Omggg Im also Sso Obsessed with Good Omens. Totally heartbroken

[@lua6914]

the way i was hoping you'd say that you're obsessed with good omens bc I've been too and audibly gasped when you actually said it

[@naomi__c]

"Every Day" by David Levithan explores the 'body jumping' idea really well :)

[@pendragon2012]

I love how thorough all your reviews are. You brought me back to tackling books in more than two sentences! Have a good week, Leonie!

[@ediedee909]

I love the question what is your current obsession, mine is Yellowjackets. OMG I love the show so much it might make me sick to talk about it and I need to talk about it but it has everything I could ever want in a show - teenage girls, wlw couples and tension, cults, amazing casting, Florence welsh, cannibalism, and I love stories of people being stuck in the wilderness and having to survive :)

[@ediedee909]

Also the fandom has the best edits and memes

[@Okapeep]

You explained the problem (imo) of fantasy romance and a lot of romance books in general very eloquently. I don't think I realized why I'm so picky about romances in my books until you compared self-insert (and therefore necessarily bland) characters with characters that have their own arcs and personalities and just have chemistry together.

[@neccie1350]

GOOD OMENS IS SO AMAZING really takes over your brain and rewires everything inside lol im tempted to read the book as well (i also heard that the plot only talks about what was shown in s1 and that s2 was written by gaiman from scratch!!), this show is just so well done - the casting, the writing, the shots aaaaa everything is so incredible. Im also happy to hear that you read the left hand!! I tried reading it a few years ago but just like you said the start is very confusing and slow paced (and ngl the language was also difficult to get through for me) but i liked the concept nonetheless and i wanna come back to it one day!!

[@YTshortsIsTerrible]

As a wannabe but overly self conscious fantasy romance writer, I'm taking notes 📝

[@irenegrijalvotarres]

I think you'd really like T. Kingfisher's romance fantasy. She doesn't really do the enemies-to-lovers trope, but her characters are incredibly well-developed and there is a lot of angst and pining and bad-assery. Swordheart is a standalone if you feel like giving hers a try!

[@skeetsk]

A fantasy romance that I come back to time and time again is the Captive Prince trilogy. The crown prince of one nation is given to the crown prince of the rival nation as a sex slave after suffering a coup, and the dynamic between the two princes is fascinating to read. The setup takes a long time to resolve and the author takes her time writing their evolving relationship, so the enemies to lovers angle actually makes sense. The second book pivots the setting into a military campaign, so the world setup of the first book is explored in lush detail. The books are absolutely quote unquote Problematic and very divisive, but the awful things the book contains actually have weight and are grappled with through the narrative. I'm a huge fan of the series, so I thought you might like it as well! It's definitely not for everyone tho lol

[@vanillaplanifoliae]

yess read good omens! wonderful book. love your channel

[@morganhayes108]

Sending you strength as someone who’s brain is also currently overtaken by good omens, the book is fun I would recommend it!

[@alexandraosborn7861]

“The spiced chai. It’s time.” Me in Michigan where it’s supposed to be 105 degrees next week…

[@scarletwidow1355]

Same with Good Omens!! I don't know if you've read any fanfic but I really recommend the Pray for Icarus series on ao3

[@relitin]

Hey! I tried to look for this one but I only found one named Pray For Us, Icarus by Atalan. Is it the one?

[@scarletwidow1355]

@@relitin yes sorry, that's the one

[@mrsbaratheon]

Good Omens is everything to me but i also have never suffered more emotional damage than i did after episode 6

[@abbeyroche2983]

I want to say I NEVER fall asleep while reading, even when reading nonfiction or scholarly articles, I never fall asleep. I fell asleep multiple times reading Immortal Longings. I have no idea what about it was so boring but I completely agree with you

[@ajaxcleaningsupplies]

the moment you said good omens i screamed, i knew i liked you but now i like you even more. youre so cool to me now

[@barbara9315]

I feel like I need a phd in several stem fields to understand some of the newer science fiction and fantasy books 😂

[@mm44953kl]

Leoni! You should to read "Lockwood and Co" series. It's perfect for spooky season and for you personally. I PROMISE!!

[@sara42317]

I completely agree!!! The way I CONSUMED one book after the other since watching the show 😫

[@allypotter4404]

I’m so glad to hear you love Good Omens, it’s been on my list for ages and I’ll definitely give it a watch! I’m currently deep in an equally obsessive rabbit hole for the 2022 tv adaptation of Interview with the Vampire. It may have ruined my life. If you’re a fan of Hannibal and Will, then you might like it too 👀

[@subtlefire7256]

Welcome to the Good Omens fandom! What's it like to join after s2? 😅

[@TheBookLeo]

im in pain

[@alexisc3658]

I was thinking the same thing! Haha what a time to join.

[@gabrielledatascience]

I'm obsessed right now ith black witch fantasy novels. I'm literally digging everywhere for a new book series since I just finished: Blood Like Magic, Legandborn and This Poison Heart. :)

[@BiBiBear344]

I think if one day you write a book about fantasy romance I think it would be amazing cause you take into consideration a lot of key points that we readers feel some books lack, like when the fl says she is a trained assassin but then she doesn’t really show it or they fall in love just because instead of giving us valid reasons

[@taylorgayhart9497]

Good Omens has been my favorite book since I was like 13, and because of that I’ve always loved Neil Gaiman!

[@luiiiandmovieee]

I really need you to read the good omens book because it's absolutely crazy (yes, I'm looking directly at you, four horsemen and fake human-horsemen). And the book is full of great symbolism and messages (even more than the series)

[@erika3405]

no because the way that i already knew that she was going to say good omens because i too have been sucked into the void and now all i want to do is cry

[@IDEK75]

I’ve only read good omens but now I’m gonna check the show out!

[@najawin8348]

S1 is a decent adaptation. S2 is..... Not quite right in a lot of ways. PTerry isn't involved, (for the obvious reason) so you inevitably have the issue of Gaiman continuing the story on his own, without the input of the other (imo better) writer. So it just ends up feeling slightly off and not being as good as it should have been.

[@victoriajuarezsilva125]

please do!! it’s amazing and we NEED a season 3

[@RipperAndMe]

Omg Good omens has taken over my life, the inly thing I'm grateful for is that I don't have tiktok, so I'm safe from doom scrolling into thousands of edits, I'm already way to overwhelmed by all the theories and additionnal infos from Neil's tumblr 😭

[@katiekaboom7747]

The book Good Omens is pretty funny. I'd love to hear your thoughts on it, especially with comparison to the show, though I guess it should be pretty similar since Gaiman writes for the show.

[@_rosietoes]

OMG no bc good omens absolutely wrecked me like my brain chemistry was altered,, im no longer the same person

[@bboohao]

i started the video and you talked abt being sucked in a fandom of a tv show like when you were 19y-old and i just KNEW that you were talking abt good omens before even mentioning it. because i’m going through the same phase right now.. and it would be lovely if you did a special video reading neil gaiman’s books? i would love to watch it personally :D

[@nikiirulan]

Me too 😭😭😭 good omens is in every neuron firing signals to my brain

[@moose1277]

welcome to the good omens hell (heh) also I love gaiman's wiring personally but it is definitely far different than good omens. I really recommend the book! the characters are just slightly different in a way that's really interesting to compare, and personally maybe I even prefer them in the book. (there are some elements of it that, let's say, havent aged super well but the main story is still solid) as for neil's other books, if you didn't much like neverwhere I'm not sure you'll be into his solo stuff in general.

[@mariam19554]

I agree, I think the book is a good blend of Neil Gaiman's more realistic/grim writing and Terry Pratchett's goofy/endearing characters. So maybe Terry Pratchett would be a better fit for someone who loved the show but is not that into Neil Gaiman

[@moose1277]

@@mariam19554 i agree! the first book of Terry's that I read other than GO was night watch, and while maybe it was not the most reasonable book to start the discworld with no context, I feel like it was a good entry for me, because of the more serious tone. and then I was already invested in the world so I could ease into the more goofy worldbuilding of other discworld books (even just going from night watch to guards! guards! was an adjustment hah)

[@najawin8348]

@@mariam19554 Ehhhhh. I don't think S2 is all that PTerry-ish. It's much more similar to some of Gaiman's other work. (I mean, he doesn't only do grim stuff.)

[@JantineSchimmel]

It might be an open door, but there also always is a reason to read more Pratchett. Especially when you like Good Omens.

[@Yoeri22]

Good omens the book is so much fun!! Little less gay, bit more funny

[@missmishka8379]

I'm so same with Good Omens & needing more NOW. I've only read comics that Neil Gaiman contributes to & he's a great writer, but I personally prefer the adaptations of his work more than the source material. I'm also same page when it comes to romance - show me love, don't just tell. I'll suspend disbelief if it's clearly labeled instalove or just erotica, but if it's a longer story with romance as a primary plot then I want that romance. It can be romcom or fantasy, but I need to believe the characters are really together & meant to be. I feel like my grade school teacher demanding long form division on tests - I believe you that you got there, but I want to see your work.

[@v-flying]

I read Good Omens when I was still in high school, and I remember loving it. It’s a book that I definitely mean to re-read soon because I am sure that there were plenty of things that just went over my head. I would definitely recommend giving it a chance!!

[@djandja1443]

When you started talking about being addicted to a show I immediately thought oh it must be good omens, please let it be good omens, AND THE WAY I SCREAMED WHEN YOU ACTUALLY SAID IT'S GOOD OMENS SJFKSJF

[@emilymoran9152]

Oh, BTW, there IS a short-story in the 'Left Hand of Darkness' world that does exactly what you're talking about: it is called 'Coming of Age in Karhide' and it just delves deeper into what its like to live in this society.

[@MyUnoriginalLife]

i also just watched Good Omens for the first time this past month and have been following it up with the audiobook to cope with that ending... so obsessed

[@candyghost1009]

The way my head SNAPPED to face the screen I had this video on when you mentioned Good Omens...

[@ana-maria.c]

If you (or anyone reading this) love Good Omens you’ll absolutely love Our Flag Means Death, it’s also a silly comedy with pirates who are really bad at piracy and a slow burn romance, lots of queer representation and just loads of fun all around

[@enaravaz]

Curse of the Thorn King by Lisette Marshall just got published and in it has "the main character has to kill the king but ends up falling in love" trope mixed with a beauty and the beast retelling! It's not the most groundbreaking book, but I personally really enjoyed it. Marshall is one of my favourite authors

[@TaylorTaylor1989]

please do a more autumn content further 🍂 please please :)

[@kayl5833]

idk if you’ve read any other Ursula books, but the Lathe of Heaven was really interesting and I recommend if you were wanting to try out another one of her books!

[@begformischief]

Recently I’ve been reading a lot of Chinese romance fantasy books. Really got sucked down a rabbit hole. Currently waiting for Heaven Official’s Blessing to finish releasing there last two novels. Also The Husky and his White Cat Shizun. Very funny and comes with a name guide at the end for people like me that can’t keep anything straight 😂 anyways… gonna go watch Good Omens after this video.

[@AriLondonGirl]

Leonie, did you watch tv show Miracle Workers? It is amazing! Highly recommend 👌🏼

[@fredskull1618]

I had high hopes for 'The Bridge Kingdom' too but found myself echoing your thoughts on the lack of authentic chemistry between the characters. You nailed it when you said that romances should focus on why two characters, with their unique dynamics, should be together. I'm also excited that you're diving into Neil Gaiman's works, especially since you're captivated by 'Good Omens'. Can't wait to hear your thoughts on his other works. P.S. Your tea choices are always on point. Chai is a go-to for cozy reading sessions. Cheers! 📚☕

[@lululala4658]

Hi ! I recently dipped my toe in fantasy romance with Paladin's grace from T.Kingfisher, and I really liked it. There was an actual plot, nice world building, tension, dual pov, and mature characters with all the experiences/quality/flaws that come with it.

[@stormmaster108]

I am obsessed with learning Swedish, watching Swedish films and tv-series. It's so hot here, I so much want to move to Sweden, where climate is so perfect! ❤

[@LeahRauschning-nl2hr]

Read good omens pleeeeaase. It‘s so funny and great!!!

[@Plimmad]

I have a solution for the assassin falling in love with their target theme, but It would only work for fantasy or si-fi. What if the assassination doesn't fail, only for the target be resurrected or stick around as a vengeful ghost or something. There would even be enough material left for a revenge type sequel from the victoms point of view. And if the vengence succedes, the third book could be a fluffy ghost/zombie/demon/etc. type romance in order to make up for the angsty first two instalments of the series. Or not and stick with the angst and have a hate romance which ends with a truce between the two volatile lovers unable to fully trust each other (while demon possessing random people).

[@diego87802]

Neil Gaiman is one of my fav writers. He's style is just amazing, it's warm like my fav blanket on a cool evening, with a bit of horror sprinkled like cinnamon powder on my capuccino and stuff. If you my fellow readers want to dive in Gaiman's writing, I recomend you: 1. The graveyard book: A child wanders in a graveyard, how did this child end up in such place? I won't tell you, but I can tell he's not alone in that spooky place, he'll find the must unexpected familly ever. 2. The ocean at the end of the lane: You either love it or hate this book. It's a very personal book brought from the very deepts of Gaiman's soul. Originally he wrote it for Amanda, his significant other. It tells the story of a grown up man, he finds himself in a funeral. After that he wanders around the town and somehow, memories come from the back of his head and drives him to his childhood house. Then he remebers, walking down the lane he finds a house where there lived his old friend... What was her name? Where did she go? And why is there an ocean in a pond? 3. The Sandman (comic book series): I know, comic books... But these are the best comic books ever! There's a Netflix adaptation and I totally love it! Just give it a try: Lod Morpheus, the dream realm, dreams and nightmares! You're gonna love it, I swear!!

[@Bohemiahotrodandcustom]

Try chai tea with some apple juice in it and let it go cold ,add acouple of ice cubes, delicious. 😊

[@luiiiandmovieee]

12:01 "... own unique dynamic" GOOD OMENS!! Sry I've been brainwashed by this series to think about nothing else

[@rainblackbird8761]

Yes! Finally someone understands what Good Omens did to my heart! I'm still recovering and it's been a month

[@amandaslate1227]

I’ve been obsessed with Heartstopper lately ever since I watched the show and am now reading the graphic novels 🍂💙💛

[@nicholasleonardbookedits-si9ng]

Against existence sabre smiles clang; the youthful curve where savored chocolate’s bit. We’re fragile victors, making Time dismayed; the universe’s favorite cosmic blip. Sometimes the sabres cross to kiss at last, a playful duel to trick the haste of Time. Sometimes our face preserved in photographs, a cutlass slanted in the beach’s hide. Opposed to blood, anoint a lip with smores. The grass our bed, we’ll lacerate the stars; the night is bleeding out into the morn. Such summer nights do keep our smiles sharp. Whose shoulder does your sabre smile knight? in chances eyes connect on summer nights. another sonnet that i wrote

[@Thenoobestgirl]

About The Bridge Kingdom - the series follows several couples in the same world (each get a duology) and so far the 2nd couple (book 3 & 4) are way more interesting than Lara & Aren. Their book also starts at the end of the book 1, so even if you skip the 2nd book and jump straight to the 3rd you won't really miss anything. TL;DR give Keris & Zarrah a chance!

[@jakerockznoodles]

It's a shame you didn't engage with the characters of Left Hand Of Darkness the way I had, but I think it's so cool to see people on BookTube giving more "high concept" sci-fi a good thorough look. I love Le Guins work, but I also always want to tell people not to worry if there are parts of a story where she throws in a lot of words and terminology you don't immediately understand because you don't really have to 😅 Gaiman is an interesting author. I love listening to him talking about books and he seems like a really cool guy, but when it comes to the works themselves my opinions are very mixed. The books of his I love, I REALLY love. His children's novels and short story collections in particular is fantastic. On the other hand, I really wanted to love American Gods, but I just... didn't. I actually found Anansi Boys, a more recent sort of side book set in the same universe, a much more enjoyable read. I've also had similar issues engaging with some of his Sandman stuff (though again some of it has been great). I certainly don't think it really worked as an audiobook, despite the acclaim.

[@lea8457]

I have the exact same problem with Gaimans books😅 In American Gods i only liked the part in this village where de children go missing.

[@mariam19554]

If you loved Good Omens I think you'll also like Sandman the show, it's also based on a (graphic) novel by Neil Gaiman!

[@mariam19554]

Also I very much recommend "Good Omens" the book, it's witty and grim and has many laugh out loud moments in it. I personally come from the Terry Pratchett side of this co-writing duo and I wish more people read his books! I'd say Crowley is more of a Neil Gaiman character and Aziraphale is more of Terry Pratchett character and they compliment each other so well!

[@samidare_2974]

There is an anime where this concept of body jumping is better explored, is called kaiba!! It is kinda old, and it is one of those where it takes some time for things to develop and get explained, but only 12 episodes and worth the try!!

[@janeslibrary]

Im watching this while dying my hair red and the way I FROZE when u said good omens like ur literally in my brain

[@piligom4743]

Hear me out pls pls pls. If you want to read something by Neil Gaiman listen to the audiobooks of the SANDMAN. SO GOOD. Don't read the comics we don't care about the comics. The audiobook is read by neil himself and you need to listen to them. They are in audible (but easy to find online). Really good I promise. (Currently obsesed with good omens too, my heart aches)

[@jubslvsharry]

I love your channel so much I don't think I would ever be able to express my happiness every time you upload a new video!

[@LuAhaRlEQuIm]

"What you guys obsessing with?" You reading bad books and summarizing them to us.

[@cheeseisdelicious4627]

Me sitting here, listening to the magic system and my mind keeps on echoing - Altered Carbon~.. Altered Carbon~.. I really can't shake off the feeling, after all in Altered Carbon are basically disposable, even called sleeves, so you can enter new body, if you have the money, basically granting you immortality. That's why I loved the concept of it (and really liked the show tbh). ALSO! I've had this book - The Kidnappers' Essence (1988) by V.Savchenko. I haven't finished it though and can't judge with good or bad, but it's a sci-fi novel with an interesting concept of all your essence that can be digitilized and stolen. For example, you know how to play chess or good in ballet or very smart, know this or that. This knowledge and even some feelings can be digitalized and obvious by the title of this book - stolen. Because it's sci-fi people transferring from planet to another planet don't use means of transportation, but transfer themselves digitally and this is where the theft comes from. I don't know sci-fi stuff like that excites me a lot, it sometimes brings some truly fascinating ideas.. prerequisite is that they're utilized well too.

[@disaster8726]

I just suscribed a few days ago. Keep going, your videos are very cool and great! ❤️

[@yashasree1044]

DNF'd the Bridge Kingdom and really dint understand the hype and I really love enemies to lovers romance.

[@vy_persona]

idk if you read manga, but if you like fantasy romance you’d love akatsuki no yona (or yona of the dawn in english), it’s one of the best romance manga I’ve ever read! it loosely exist in a historical east asian setting, has amazing character writing, fantasy elements, found family troups, action, slow burn, angst, and somewhat of a love triangle but done in a way that actually adds to the tension of existing plot and character dynamics instead of just a device to push the plot forward. highly reccommend!!