all the books i read and dnfed in october | sally rooney, booktok romcoms, a lil rant review

[@caricanread]

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[@postcards-and-stories]

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[@user-lo9jo2nj6d]

an hour long cari video in these trying times thank god

[@caricanread]

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We are all struggling 🙃🙃🙃

[@kstadlerova]

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[@lilamarcenaro8971]

After a devastating past few days, this is exactly what I needed. Thank you always for the comfort

[@caricanread]

[@mariafernandamanzoibarria2237]

Same sister! My pet just passed away and I miss her so much. Books are always a good idea to get comfortable and cozy- just after feeling a lot of our emotions. Books are so interesting, such a wonder. How delightful💗💗💗I wish you’re feeling better and everyone reading this that’s having a bad day, It’ll pass! God bless u

[@birdyreader]

​@mariafernandamanzoibarria2237 Sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹

[@inkedbyartemis12]

Things in the US aren’t great right now. I feel pretty hopeless with the way everything’s going. Thank you for uploading and making my day a little better :)

[@caricanread]

one thing that has helped me feel a little less hopeless is to look for organizations or events in my local community (think small!) and figure out how to get involved! maybe ask at your library/local bookstore if there are any ways to contribute - a good place to start!

[@inkedbyartemis12]

That’s a great idea, thank you 😌

[@marenhumblebee2736]

Yes same for Europe- or as you will soon know us: "Greater Russia"

[@Ecabezas]

@@marenhumblebee2736 omg…I sure hope not 😞 I’m so sorry my fellow Americans have failed not only all humans at home, but also across the world. It’s all so frightening that’s for sure. Just know there are millions of Americans that tried to prevent this from happening though apparently there weren’t enough of us; but I’m sure will continue to do what we can to resist.

[@myriam8190]

It sucks that your vlogs don’t do great on this channel, I love them! ❤

[@caricanread]

thank you! i love making them :')

[@Winnie_11]

Cari’s voice is so calming She’s one of the only booktubers where I can watch their one hour + videos😊

[@caricanread]

omg thank you :''')

[@Winnie_11]

@ omg the queen replied to me

[@r.ladnerstroud8516]

Came to KZbin to find some comfort videos for tonight. Thank god it's a Cari video 😩

[@glowingfalkor5246]

That really sucks about the algorithm. I gotta be honest, I watch every single video you put out like you're a weekly tv show 🥰 You're one of my comfort people!

[@AnEmbarrassmentofBooks]

Same! Cari Can Read every Saturday morning and Cari Cakes every Sunday morning! ❤

[@vaishnavisanal9094]

I don't know what it is about Cari and her videos but it just seem so familiar and like home, that it feels like we are close friends, and could literally start talking in my native language (malayalam - where are the mallu viewers at) which I don't think she has even heard of. If you're reading this, I love your videos Cari. They're always playing in the background, no matter what I'm doing, and it relaxes me even when doing stressful things.❤

[@Abby-jc2hp]

This video is a balm amid this dark, scary week. Thank you ❤ I am currently reading the Vita Nostra (translated) and it’s so strange yet so good! I’m intrigued!

[@AnEmbarrassmentofBooks]

Vita Nostra was so good!!

[@michellecgb]

Just sat down with my dinner and playing this. Life is good. It's the little things.

[@matildamcvey4734]

Literally me rn haha. I'm eating spaghetti and meatballs 🍝

[@michellecgb]

@ oh yummy! I had a couple of chicken wraps 🫶🏻

[@cedartonk3382]

I have been rereading the Anne of Green Gables series because I feel like it’s the ultimate cozy fall vibe series. Also after the election yesterday I need escapism to the max! At least until I feel ready to exist in the world again loll.

[@caricanread]

meanwhile i was reading a dystopian scifi while watching the votes roll in and :''''')

[@SierraTibbetts]

If you like Anne, you have to read the blue castle if you haven’t 💕💕💕💕

[@cedartonk3382]

@ I’ll have to check it out! I also loved Emily of New Moon as a child!

[@SierraTibbetts]

@@cedartonk3382 it is laugh out loud funny! I went to PEI last month and bought allllll the Montgomery books haha!

[@clairedeluneonthemoon]

i’ve been craving this video it’s like a weighted blanket

[@Nagchampa765]

We are soo different bc I LOVE reading books about terrible characters that I would hate irl lmao it’s so fascinating to me to get inside the head of people like that

[@caricanread]

lol i need at least one person in the book that thinks in a way that i can agree with hahahahha

[@Nagchampa765]

@ haha that’s fair! I’m autistic so getting inside the heads of people who are wildly different than me is soooo fascinating!

[@pleasedtoreadyou]

i actually think the way you described the pumpkin spice cafe and reading it on a 15 min break is spot on.

[@bunny_koo]

I haven’t been able to watch your videos for some time and just a few seconds in and i started smiling 😂💗 hope you’re doing well ~

[@caricanread]

hope you're doing well too! glad you're here :)

[@bunny_koo]

@@caricanread ❤️

[@aintnoisepollution99]

I have to quickly rave about fable they recently added a “spice-o-meter”. As someone who does not like reading spice it’s so wonderful to be able to gauge a book without having to read a ton of reviews that may spoil it. Love fable ❤

[@emch2vy]

yes here in under a minute. I feel like a winner.

[@caricanread]

hahah you ARE a winner!

[@saram2557]

Cari saving us with a new video after everything these last few days 🥲

[@caricanread]

[@nikanovakovic3980]

I am so excited to hear your thoughts on Intermezzo 😊finallyyyy woop

[@caricanread]

so excited to share!!!

[@Jakota1993]

I would highly recommend watching the Irish film adaptation of Foster called The Quiet Girl (2022). I haven't yet read the book so I can't compare the two but the film is absolutely beautiful and is one of the handful of films I have seen this year that had me bawling my eyes out at the end (in a good way).

[@whenmariamfallsinloveৎ]

i have abt 7 hours of hw but this cari video will make me lock in

[@caricanread]

omg no lollll

[@VampireKnightfan01]

I’m so excited to read Intermezzo, even more so after hearing your review!! 💖

[@blackroomred]

your energy calms my soul, this was a lovely time thank you for updating! i might just make intermezzo my first sally rooney book, the way you described it was a perfect recommendation.

[@Meowlo]

every time you talk about Perfectly Wicked, I just hear that sound bite "omg and the apple orchard!" on repeat in my head

[@aliahteclaw699]

the third part of intermezzo gave me life 😭

[@sophievs8279]

i watch/listen to your booktube videos (including your vlogs!) every weekend while cleaning my apartment, it feels like i'm just chatting with a friend while doing housework (and adding new books to my tbr every time) so i hope you continue to make the videos you enjoy!

[@marsarson3620]

Perfect timing! just laid down to rest after a long archery practice

[@ricarda4787]

I am so happy that I watched your review about Intermezzo, cause it’s my first Sally Rooney book and I am struggling but last night it got interesting so thank you for sharing your thoughts 🎀

[@Sophia-jo8tv]

ughhh I'm so glad you loved Intermezzo

[@pluvvio]

watching cari after i finished studyingg. the perfect reward.

[@caricanread]

[@dyerswoad7088]

I remeber getting so worked up, frustrated and angry when you talked about 'bad luck charm' in your halloween video! Glad you found better books after that 😊 'The wild huntress' sounds exciting and I'm adding it to my list. Thank you for the video!

[@emch2vy]

okay just finished the video so I can leave a more complete comment! first of all, I have not read any of these books because I guess I hate being current and knowing what people are talking about, but I will say you've sold me on The Lost Story and Intermezzo. Intermezzo has such a beautiful cover, so I was very intrigued by it (literally judging a book by its cover lol, but in a positive way?), and your review sold me. I definitely agree with Sally Rooney's philosophy in that clip, and I am interested in seeing it expanded upon. Very hopeful! I will note I also already have Nightmare Before Kissmas in my possession bc of your Halloween video, lololol I'm just saving it for December. Seconnnndd, that bit about Fledgling made me curious. When you mentioned she was a black vampire, and then that she was in the body of a ten-year-old, my mind immediately started racing with thoughts on perhaps commentary about the sexualization of black children, or something like that. When you mentioned actual sex scenes...it kinda screeched to a halt. That seems like something pretty tough to read, and the kinda thing I'm hesitant to even have a take on without having read it. Child vampires are always a bit of a weird subject to tackle, and that specific take seems...complicated. I'm interested in the book but also I am NOT SURE I could handle it. Hm. Third, because I just remembered: oh my god I feel you on standalones. I've been getting into romcoms recently because of some Current Events and why is everything a seven book series. girl keep it tight.

[@thaelaycoffee4800]

Your videos are like warm cup of tea wrapped in a blanket of comfort. I've got my November TBR from this video. Thank you

[@mattkean1128]

A Cari video is just the pick me up I need! Foster really hit me hard at the end. I might see the Small Things Like These movie this weekend. I just picked up Emma Lion vol. 5 to improve morale 😅.

[@caricanread]

i cant wait for the film to come to korea!!

[@cat.book.nook.]

It's crazy that your voice is soothing even if had talked a lot and it sounds a bit different. 💜 I'm not a contemporary romance girl, but Daydream sounds like it could be relatable.

[@hannahharris586]

Intermezzo is definitely in my top reads of the year!! I love all of her novels, but dare I say this is my new fav 🫣

[@caricanread]

yeah she really struck gold with this one :''')

[@lakshmisubhashini3500]

oh finallyyyy our cari loved loved rooney! and i was excited hear your review and you devoured the review ahhhhhhh

[@dajawnchriscross]

I’m back because I didn’t finish the review yesterday and never realized you read Fledgling! I was on an Octavia Butler high and looking for a book to read after Lilith Brood or the Xenogenesis series and found this amazing book. I so wish we got to follow the characters more but yes she passed away shortly after this book. I was blown away by the introduction of the main character and almost put the book down as I wasn’t interested in reading about intimacy between children and grown folks. I thought Octavia lost it for a second 😂. However, I stuck with it and after the physical differences were explained I looked at the main character being small/young-looking as an evolutionary feature to assist her in survival and her own manipulation when it came to finding food/assistance. I had to find some way to rationalize her appearance or I wouldn't have enjoyed the book. As soon as I did that, god I found this to be one of her best works.

[@claraarnold1723]

autumn is right aroud the corner.. freezing in my bed and winding down my autumn vibes to get into witer coziness.

[@oresamateru]

I did not have a good reading experience with a Sally Rooney book (thank you, Normal People, for that) but Cari’s rave about Intermezzo made me want to read it 😅🙃

[@aerisnaomi8057]

its 6am where i live..a wonderful way to start my day with your video 🎉🎉

[@caricanread]

omg good morning!!

[@trenko_heart5358]

Reign and ruin getting the recognition it deserves, yes yes yeeesssss

[@newbooksmell9221]

well, yes, I confess I did think "oh but Simon". but I hear you, Cari. glad you had such a great time with Intermezzo though :)

[@agatahighstein]

Needed some comfort right now, thank you Cari!

[@simisingh5577]

this video literally came in the perfect moment in my life, love you

[@BrennaBochenek]

A cari video to save this week! Thank you for this! ❤

[@alexohno]

I’m so glad you enjoyed Intermezzo! I share a lot of your thoughts about it, too. I find myself randomly thinking about all the characters (even the dog)!

[@gracewenger575]

Your take on The Wild Huntress lines up with how I felt, yep! I typically at least have an inkling for twists but Lordy she threw me for a loop. I had to put it down and come back later that day 😅 But the vibes of the book were perfect for emerging fall weather, and it truly feels like reading a fairy tale. Enough detail to become immersed in the feel of the world, but it was also a quick read - it didn’t get bogged down like it could have. I think she tied it up pretty well for the wrench she threw in her readers’ comfort journey! I have a feeling I will enjoy her other books as well, so now I’ll have to check my library 📚

[@d2desu]

Was so curious about your thoughts on Intermezzo, interesting that you really enjoyed it. I really struggled through Peter's POV but the other sections are a good introspection on the character's line of thinking, especially Margaret & Ivan whose relationship I really rooted for. Nothing beats Normal People for me though 😄

[@MsWillowbayOrelse]

I will give intermezzo a chance. You make it sound really good. I have read a couple of her books before and did not like them but maybe this will be the one that changes my mind on her.

[@relitin]

I adore Sally Rooney’s way of writing people and relationships but I have to agree, I did not enjoy Conversations with Friends or Beautiful World Where Are You. That being said, Normal People was my favorite book from her until I read Intermezzo and now I’m obsessed with it!! I love those characters and I just wanna live in a book with them forever ❤

[@starfire52191]

Slovenia is one of my FAVORITE places! I hope you had an amazing time!

[@mariluuu17]

I enjoy your long videos so much! Thank you always for your honest opinions and I'm let's hope we read more gems in November! ✨️

[@tammyd4208]

I loved The Wild Huntress!! My first Emily Lloyd-Jones. It was so atmospheric and lyrical, and I agree, it felt like old folklore/fairytale, the storytelling is phenomenal. I loved the twists and totally didn’t see them coming!❤

[@stellymads]

girlll i’m so excited for the new mary pearson book!! im going to her book signing next week 🤭🤭can’t wait to see what you think of it whenever you get around to reading it

[@caricanread]

I honestly might buy it because its a 21 week wait at my library 😂😭

[@lindsaysmith9552]

Love your videos and even though i have such a long book list, i get a thrill hearing about new great books and adding them to my book reads. Can't wait to read intermezzo!

[@SongWitch]

I had the exact same reaction to Fledgling. Someone said “you’re supposed to be uncomfortable”, but…it didn’t change how uncomfortable I was!

[@caricanread]

Yes! She really went into detail describing her body but then never really dug into what she was trying to say. And the lack of consent in the vampire followers but then the weird mating rules, idk she never chose a direction 🥲

[@emte8763]

This could be a podcast. Something about your voice is very engaging and relaxing at the same time

[@kellyadams3717]

I cannot express the SHOCK I experienced while reading The Wild Huntress. I think one character deserved so much better than they got (hopefully, you know who). As always, amazing video

[@shelbyrobertson4006]

if you love the college friendships and teams aspect of Icebreaker, you would LOVE the Check Please by Ngozi Ukazu graphic novel duology. they are some of the best found family i have ever read and its SO GOOD

[@tedddybear]

I loveee check please

[@KYX1994]

Added some books to my TBR! Thank you as always, Cari❤

[@LinyaChan]

I am so excited you use storygraph too! I’ve been using it for a few months and I love it so much, but I don’t see many people using it, because most still prefer to use goodreads :/

[@Ecabezas]

Finally!!!! A BookTuber I follow that loved The Lost Story like I did and appreciated it for what it was. The amount of hate this book gets I feel is completely unwarranted (see Goodreads reviews). I found myself smiling while reading this book. I didn’t research what this book was about which made the reading experience much better. it had me at “portal to another world”…that’s all I needed to know 💜 Sure, it felt juvenile at times but still absolutely loved it.

[@NadiaVegaYT]

I can’t wait to read Intermezzo after your review. Great video, much needed after this week 💛

[@tstockto]

Yay! You read Foster! I will read anything by Claire Keegan at this point. Loved her collection of short stories Antarctica too.

[@caricanread]

agreed!

[@JovieStroll-f8t]

Yay can’t wait to listen while I clean my room! Love you Cari! ❤

[@ronja3469]

I’ve got some Christmas romcom recommendations! The Christmas Wish - Lindsey Kelk, The Christmas Swap - Talia Samuels, and Kiss Her Once For Me - Alison Cochrun

[@michellemachesney1487]

thanks for keeping me company after my work shift! i love your videos whether they are short or long but i do love long videos❤ excited for your xmas video! speaking of ali hazelwood, have you read Bride? hope you are doing well❤❤❤❤❤

[@TrishaBarua2913]

I LOVE YOUR VLOGS !!!!!! And I literally wait for them. It's like I want to live in them. Sorry for the aggressive comment lmao 🤣❤

[@WinaPuangco]

Intermezzo DESTROYED me. It was so, so good.

[@melbalette]

Love these monthly wrap ups

[@Tomorrow_lauren]

I love your videos, added some stuff to my Libby shelves, and honestly? needed this. ❤ also, you describe how forgettable pumpkin spice cafe is and then legit forgot to put it in the video description 😂 no judgements, just found it amusing 😂😂😂 I'm 1253 in line for Intermezzo now 😂

[@caricanread]

omg oops hahahhaha

[@salome9760]

Always glad to see your reading wrap ups 💜 This month I read: And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie, the ATLA comic the Promise, Anne of Windy Poplars by L.M Montgomery, Jacaranda by Gaël Faye and Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands by Heather Fawcett. All very good reads 😊 I'm not sure when Jacaranda will be translated, but I recommend it, it's an interesting perspective on the Tutsi genocide in Rwanda (Small Country by the same author is already available in English).

[@larablackbeak]

I also saw the pumpkin spiced cafe with its sequels all over Austria and I was so confused about that as well

[@lauraalborta7588]

Please upload the video of the "here is the entire plot of "the last book of the TMI by Cassandra Clare😭

[@AllyEmReads]

The plot twist in the Wild Huntress had me SHOOKETH I was gobsmacked honestly. In my opinion, this was her best book, at least it was the one I enjoyed the most. But yeah, I was not okay after I read that book lol

[@litwithkat]

foster

[@jennaberry2]

12:00 the difficult college professor... Jesus Christ yeah, how am I getting As with other professors but you're giving me Cs 😭

[@NonAnonD]

daylights saving meaning earlier cari is cool at least

[@caricanread]

oh right i forgot the world still does that hahaha

[@myriam8190]

@@caricanreadtragically 😂

[@michellemachesney1487]

yes

[@Itsbaberuthless_]

Every video I end up spending my time half listening and half adding everything to me storygraph. 😂

[@jacklyn2879]

omg when you mentioned ghost of a chance you UNLOKCED a memory of 14 year old me reading my first ever romance book (ghost of a chance by janet quin-harkin) which i am just now realising came out in 1984

[@Elizabeth-lv3vh]

Hey Cari, just an idea for your vlogs to help with the whole algorithm issue, maybe you could do an irl like 15 min read with you at the end of your video where you just film yourself reading for 15 min at a location and then the viewer can watch along after the vlog? Just an idea! I'm no youtuber but I just hate that you're having that issue because I feel like you make such thoughtful content that I truly enjoy

[@daKal481]

Agree with other comments that we needed you to take our minds off the disaster in the U.S. I disliked Normal People and swore off Sally Rooney but now I am intrigued by your glowing review - may have to try Intermezzo.

[@QuestionsIAskMyself]

You’re so right, I think the period of American history you’re referring to is called the “Reconstruction Era,” unfortunately there is a reason we don’t get taught it in U.S. education.

[@bookedbydanielle]

Oh my gosh I read a courting of Bristol Keats as an arc in October and I LOVED it. Definitely has its issues and the ending was… an interesting choice but I love Mary E Pearson so I trust where she’s going. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

[@m_efr]

Yes, great point about Clean having Parasite vibes. I thought it definitely stuck the landing, too; would be interested to know what you think when you finish it 46:42

[@pleasedtoreadyou]

now i really reeeaaally need to put a hold on the wild huntress! 😬

[@waterlily3522]

Wish I could watch this video, but I have an exam today 😂. Just wanted to say though thank you Cari for being an inspiration for me for my mental health ❤

[@caricanread]

good luck on your test!!!

[@ygxtae]

I really love your monthly reviews because I always found incredible titles !! I really want to hear your review someday about a sapphic book called "The Honey Witch" by Sydney J. Shields. I personally DNF it because I felt like it wasn't really time to read it back then but I know it's slow but beautiful and I really want to continue 🥺 But overall, I really love all of your reviews and as a cute fact, I really love your voice hehe 🩷 Thanks for bright my days!!

[@yamiki_yasha]

Cari: there would be a link to my reading vlog in the description bc i know you probably haven't seen it Me, who has religiously watched every single one of her videos on both of her channels since that random tuesday i discovered her in 2020: 😶‍🌫😶‍🌫😶‍🌫

[@totakluska]

Not much luck with the autumnal reads... I'm glad you had some good books to balance it out and fingers crossed for better Christmas ones 🤞 If you're looking for recommendations and haven't read Second Chances In New Port Steven, I highly recommend. It was my first 5 star romance in years, it's MLM, second chance where one of the characters is trans. Takes place in Florida so not much snow and one of the characters has a certain attitude with his family but I loved it anyway ❤ Can't wait for the next video ❤

[@SR-li5do]

I read Fledging years ago and found it interesting. I just focused more on the eugenics portion of the book (she has done this topic before in her Patternist series I HIGHLY recommend). I feel like this book would've probably have been part of a series had she not passed. A lot of great concepts. I think the main character being in a child like body wasn't really a deal breaker for me because she is an adult and there are real adults with genetic conditions that make them appear to be "childlike". I think if you look at it through that lens, it will be easier to get through and focus on the other aspects of the book. I hope this helps. I'm currently re-reading the Parable of the Sower but you've prompted me to pick Fledging back up. 💖

[@justmaddiereading]

The Intermezzo reveal had me snorting. hahaha

[@caricanread]

i would be too powerful if i had more physical books lol the weird reveals i could do in these videos would be limitless hahhaha

[@toyo.saketoba]

Gotta watch cari before work for a good luck! ❤🎉

[@Booksbie]

I liked The Wild Huntress, but it was one of the few books that I’ve read where I thought it would have been better as a series or at least a second book. The ending came so quickly and I feel like there could have been more to the story.

[@Booksbie]

Also I thought the Pumpkin Spice Cafe was really good Gilmore Girls fanfiction and pretty mid as a book.

[@caricanread]

Hard agree that the end was too fast 🥲

[@abhirami6844]

I'm ready for this 💗

[@Irisadii]

The same thing that happened to you with the octavia butler book happened to me with Interview with the vampire, it made me so uncomfortable i had to dnf

[@BoraLinda]

Can you do an in depth review of intermezzo? Really would like to know ALL YOUR THOUGHTS

[@summerg.2934]

Im gonna pass on the holiday romcoms, I mean lots of goats sounds tempting though lol 😆. Definitely intrigued by a few of the others though. Im struggling to find books to be excited about this fall, its all been "eh," so I'm back into manga for a minute to cleanse lol. Good video.