a haul of every book on my TBR !!!!!!

instagram: / jackbenedwards
please note: while i am working with Wob on a TikTok and so these books were kindly gifted to me, this video is not itself a sponsored collaboration. I was just excited when the books arrived!!!!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Jack’s buying books like there’s no tomorrow. I approve of you as a role model.

[@Emily_23_]

SURELY you must have a certified library by now Jack 🤔

[@johanna_2061]

He should count them for us!!

[@arcticturtle12]

Eagerly awaiting for this video …

[@MEmneina]

Yes! We want the final count!n

[@thynameisjoy]

right? he wasn't that far off

[@justagirl36]

i think he does!! if i'm not mistaken he made a tiktok about it.

[@kizzyneetyan]

I loved Anxious People. Fredrik Backman is so good at getting you to care about absurd characters, and his dialogue is always top notch.

[@alicemelin2553]

that's so interesting! anxious people is actually my least favourite book of his, have you read other works of his?

[@kizzyneetyan]

@@alicemelin2553 Yes, I read the entire Winners trilogy (my favorites) and The Way Home novella. I actually DNF'd Britt-Marie was Here, so I suppose that's my least favorite!

[@alicemelin2553]

@@kizzyneetyan Oh, I absolutely adore Britt-Marie was here. What didn't you like about it, or when did you give up on it?

[@kizzyneetyan]

@@alicemelin2553 It was a combination of not enjoying reading about a gaggle of kids, and Britt-Marie being kinda horrible to everyone she encounters. It's why I've avoided A Man Called Ove, too - curmudgeon characters don't really appeal to me. Cancel Reply

[@thatgirlwhoreadsalot]

He's extra happy in the book haul videos and I feel him

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Fun Fact: Franz Kafka used to write the minutes of the meeting in his office and his colleagues would love to read it.

[@crackedribs]

no wayyyy i wish we had some way to peak into theseeeee

[@liliamuseum196]

The virgin suicides is one of those few pieces of litterature with a movie adaptation that is better than the book itself in my opinion. Its just too stunning

[@jeepersfred6796]

disagree. that movie fell into the trap of perpetuating what the book was trying to critique. people lust after the book for its manic pixie dream girl aesthetics and that’s it’s legacy.

[@liliamuseum196]

@@jeepersfred6796 i totally agree with you about that but its just that the artistic side of the movie touched my heart deeply as someone who loves visual arts . I guess i prefer the way that the story is told by the movie . Its just my opinion 😁

[@PokhrajRoy.]

1:20 Lessons by Ian McEwan 2:07 The Virgin Suicides by Jeffrey Eugenides 3:04 They’re Going To Love You by Meg Howrey 4:18 Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison 5:18 Sula by Toni Morrison 6:12 There There by Tommy Orange 7:34 Cultish by Amanda Montell 8:18 Anxious People by Fredrik Backman 9:23 Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia 10:02 Tell Me Lies by Carola Lovering 11:07 The Road by Cormac McCarthy 12:09 The Trial by Franz Kafka

[@iLastStar]

thanks

[@jennaazeez1367]

there’s a special corner in heaven for people who take the time to write these out

[@xanthippikipou2531]

Thanks❤

[@nassimabk3714]

Can I just say thank you, thanks to you I always find the book titles I'm looking for! so shoukran!

[@ElleW18]

Ugh such an epic list ❤

[@hiyamaurya766]

Anxious People was such a wholesome read. I loved every part about it and I have a feeling you would too!!

[@deardiaryakatheinternet]

ANXIOUS PEOPLE IS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS EVER JACK OH MY GOSH I READ IT RANDOMLY WHEN IT FIRST CAME OUT AND IM STILL OBSESSED

[@mek531]

The Road is absolutely stunning, I read it in one day. It made me cry like no other book has. 😭

[@steffikreis2030]

I have been in a really bad place mentally lately and i just wanted to thank you because your videos offer me a small escape from life that is much needed so: thank you 💕

[@user-qb1ht7fr3n]

I LOVED anxious people ❤ !!!! The little twists , the comfort this book provides is amazing (maybe the fact that I read it outside in my garden when the sun was rising or setting helped with the experience but either way……) If anyone knows something else like it plz recommend……

[@user-qu8zs7vs1x]

Atonement by Ian McEwan is definitely up your alley. It's such a beautiful story about love, betrayal and the role of narration and narrators in people's lives. Don't look it up too much before reading it, if you ever read it. There's a huge twist and it'll leave you speechless and heartbroken.

[@AussyAngelx]

Anxious People is one of my all time favourites. I hope you love it!

[@stellar2435]

Books rarely make me cry, but I sobbed when I finished "The Road." Jack, you've been warned

[@thynameisjoy]

Anxious People!!!! I loved that book ❤ Hope you enjoy it.

[@danellegerber2177]

Ah, yes…the list! I absolutely have one. I use it every time I comb the used book stores for new goodies. 😊

[@averydistractedreader]

"The Trial" is a RIDE. I read it immediately after The Metamorphosis, and then watched The Trial film, as well. It's genuinely not a bad adaptation, really did capture that typical Kafka vibe; at once both unsettling and familiar.

[@enchantingannie]

I love Fredrik Backman so much. So glad he is getting more love.

[@tejalkashyap7207]

We all have list of books in the notes app of our phones. 😂

[@fionahowellwrites5302]

I've only read Mexican Gothic from this pile. I liked it. I love spooky house stories though. I've also written one, Blackwood. :)

[@moooavila]

1. i have not read tell me lies HOWEVER the hulu show was filmed at my university (before i transferred) and holy shit. it drove me insane. filming crews on a small campus + closing of buildings = making me want to boycott the show based on annoyance alone lmfao 2. im currently reading the road and it is so good. i love the writing and it is curing my reading slump! 3. i really enjoyed the audiobooks for anxious people and cultish, i hope you like the books as much as me!!

[@juliasophie4619]

it’s the day before my a levels. i have not started studying yet but jack has a much better vibe than my textbooks. honestly, i make great decisions

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Good luck!

[@ahmedbanaga8185]

Literally same I have my IT exam tmrw

[@juliasophie4619]

@@ahmedbanaga8185 good luck!

[@ahmedbanaga8185]

@@juliasophie4619 You too!

[@sophiam03]

I read Sula for school this year and it was absolutely incredible. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Jack’s Notes Folder is the Main Character in this narrative.

[@lauradone9232]

Virgin suicides - I recommend listening to the music when you come to that certain point in the book where it has a track listing. Really set the mood even more.

[@Courtney6]

Anxious People is one of the most hilarious books I’ve ever read.

[@bethheller7734]

They’re Going To Love You was phenomenal! I bought it because I loved the cover as well.

[@fernandoaquino7193]

I'm so surprised by the book haul. I'm excited to hear your thoughts on these books that are a lot more in my lane. Especially There, There, Anxious People, Mexican Gothic, The Trial, and The Road. Happy reading!

[@irinairinaa211]

I absolutely loved Mexican Gothic!!! ❤❤❤ And this comes from a picky reader 😅 Edit: i also have a list of books to buy in my phone Notes 😅

[@constancewith_a_soundtrack5339]

Good to know. Picked it up on a whim, just because of the gorgeous cover. Still haven't put it in my storygraph/looked at reviews

[@user-zm4fm2wv4m]

You will adore anxious people just like I did I’m so jealous I wish I could read it for the first time again

[@MyHumbleNest]

THE ROAD!!! A fav!! I am also getting excited about Sula. And There There... this vlog is totally my VIBE!!

[@TynaTheReader]

I could be wrong but I think you’re going to have such a fun time with Anxious People! What a sentence, hahaha!

[@QuirkyGirl10]

“I have a list of books I want to buy on my notes app in my phone.” A man after my own heart 😊

[@kalykye_]

the cover of the book "lessons" is so up my alley

[@sarahoriordan8093]

If you like anxious people (or even if you dont) you should read beartown by fredrik backman too!!!

[@elisaslibrary]

Invisible man is actually my favorite classic! It has the best opening I've ever read in a book

[@Starrysong]

I have started reading The Trial and the last time I had read any I was so confused. You are inspiring to pick it up again.

[@isabellabetz1895]

anxious people is my favorite book of all time jack imma need you to give me a full review after you read it

[@Bookinista08]

Uuuu, nice bookhaul! I'd really love to know your opinion of The Road, if it's really as good as everyone says it is. I always approach very hyped books with lots of caution... I feel the story in The Road has the shock factor, but I'm more curious about the writing. If you read it soon, do let us know. 😊

[@shivvymunjal]

You’re officially my fave KZbinr, your recommendations never disappoint

[@laurenshoemaker3478]

I just read The Trial for a philosophy in literature class! Fantastic novel!

[@ReadingNymph]

The Virgin Suicides is brilliant 👌🏻 Adding Lessons to my tbr

[@villapina98]

Jack have you consider coming to Bogota's gigantic book fair Filbo? Love your content and thanks to you I'm reading a lot more.

[@andygilly14]

I read Mexican Gothic and it's amazing! I loved it ❤

[@ninja_boy]

Wow, some of these books are on my May TBR. What a coincidence. Just bought a copy of "Lessons" and am going to get "Virgin Suicides" from the library.

[@selahdamerville4039]

Omg!!!! I just bought Anxious people! I am so excited to watch your thoughts on it soon!!!!!

[@QuirkyGirl10]

The book that interested me the most is “Anxious People.”

[@wonderwoman5528]

These are some of the lengthiest books you’ve ever bought, can’t wait to hear your reviews.

[@ruthlounsbury4024]

The Road is brilliant.

[@meaganmoseley2150]

Hey Jack! If you enjoy There There you’ll LOVE Ceremony by Leslie Silko. It’s one of my favorite books of all time! The writing style takes a little getting used to but you won’t want to put it down! It just the most heartbreaking yet hopeful story

[@laurenschenck5355]

Mexican Gothic sounds amazing and can’t wait to read it too 😊

[@homestylereads]

I read The Road in high school, and it has stuck with me ever since. There is such a disturbing scene in that book, and it is written so well that it’s extremely bone-chilling. I would say read that one first.

[@daisyteale8195]

virgin suicides is incredible! absolutely formative book and film for me and all my (female) friends aged 16/17, really captures the feeling of being a teenage girl and the tragedy of your youth/femininity being idolised to the point of dehumanisation and isolation. the decision to narrate the boys instead of the girls is pure genius. really hope you love it, or at least see why it is so special to so many women!!

[@beccacrowther2841]

Wob is literally so superior like the 4 for 3 deal ugh we stan

[@sierramehler]

I adore The Trial! Kafkas works are a masterpiece!

[@maika0395]

It's incredibly bleak. And it made me extremely furious. So thankful for living in a country where the rule of law is one of the founding principles

[@ahmedbanaga8185]

Definitely read tell me lies, Mexican gothic and anxious people first... it's been on my tbr for so long and would love to hear what you think of them!

[@laurenschenck5355]

Amazing books Jack!!😊

[@francinecorry633]

Just read Invisible Man and I'll be looking forward to your reaction. I loved There There, but many people didn't. As for Native American, I love Richard Wagamase and especially Medicine Walk and Indian Horse & they will both break your heart.

[@thescarediest]

Lessons and they’re going to love you sound really good :)

[@carleelambros5367]

Yay, Anxious People! Hope you love it! 🤞

[@themildrumpus]

Nice stack! "The Road" is fantastic.

[@DanielaGonzalez-lv8hg]

yess i loved anxious people

[@TaylorSwiftGleek]

What a dream delivery x

[@alma3468]

whenever Jack tries to pronounce Ove I am reminder of the ”never been to oovoo javer” guy

[@janeaustin2469]

Jack's library can't wait to explore it one day

[@cmondya4919]

Wow ✨

[@heleng4306]

Reading Lessons now, enjoying it. Intested in your thoughts on Mexican Gothic. Imho it's bonkers. Her next book Velvet was the Night much better read. Anxious People is quite farcical, not Backman's best. Beartown is wonderful.

[@ncsoler28]

There There is one of my all time favorite books!

[@annamaria9392]

I love this omg but Mexican gothic is so good I highly recommend !!!

[@albanevchr]

Thank you soooo much I was hating myself for buying 4 books when I already have too many in my TBR

[@kathykovach9937]

You inspired me to get There There. I sampled the audio version and have high hopes. I can't wait to see what you think of Mexican Gothic...I have had it on my shelf for a long time but am nervous to dive in. Have fun!

[@ShelbyLynnLives]

Definitely would love to hear about Anxious People because I also loved A Man Called Ove, but honestly think you should start with The Road because I’d be very curious your thoughts on it!

[@Jennie-O-2023]

Thanks Jack, more books asked to my TBR!😅

[@winonareads6790]

ive been dying to read There There definitely need to purchase soon

[@laurenschenck5355]

Cultish sounds interesting and I need to read it ❤

[@zukihoney135]

They're going to love you is incredible

[@suissesse5460]

So many of these sound amazing! But I am excited to hear what you think about Mexican Gothic because I...thought it was terrible haha. 😅 The Road was an intense ride though. (And also, since I know you love translated literature, I also recommend Mister N by Najwa Barakat; All Your Children, Scattered by Beata Umubyeyi Mairesse; and Seven Empty Houses by Samanta Schweblin. And also Chinatown by Thuan. 😊

[@lapvona]

wow only certified bangers for this one

[@johng7926]

Lessons is on my TBR too!!

[@DamiDare]

Mexican Gothic was a chilling, well structured read(impo)

[@sofayya]

THE VIRGIN SUICIDES!!! one of the first modern classics i read and i LOVED IT, one of my top favorite books to this day and seeing u now own it gives me so much serotonin😭 you have to let us know what you think of it i would love to hear ur thoughts!!

[@emilieboivinguay]

I can’t wait to hear your thoughts on Anxious People!

[@recklessmusic7870]

Jack thinking it’s strange to have a list of books he wants well I have good spreadsheet lol

[@laurenschenck5355]

You have amazing great book haul 😊

[@rileylawson9958]

Literally saw 'the virgin suicides' at the bookstore for the umpteenth time this weekend and told myself "i'll get around to that sometime" lol

[@kingas03]

Jack once again saving my ass I was in a DIRE need of a distraction THANK U THANK U THANK U

[@radbu1075]

I am most interested in The Road. But I would also like to read The Virgin Suicides some day.

[@jal9686]

i had to write a literary analysis on Sula, pretty good book

[@maryclairereynolds727]

Honestly just feeling very affirmed because a lot of these have been on my tbr for YEARS and I haven’t gotten around to them, but if Jack doesn’t keep up with all the releases when they’re new I DON’T HAVE TO EITHER.

[@ivy-ys8or]

you should recount your books because you definitely have a library now!!

[@Tamariasmr]

Love books ❤

[@misfit_biscuit]

YESSSS FINALLY THE ROAD!! It’s fucking incredible

[@d0r0thybr0c4]

Love that you support San francisco 49-era Nick Bosa gives American Connel Waldron

[@Danielle_California]

Invisible man was one school read I actually enjoyed

[@elisazouza]

if i was a content creator i would also buy the same amount of books as you

[@breakingrhythm]

Jack, my TBR is growing with your recommendations and it seems a little long now…… just a little long yknow? 👀👀👀

[@hannahfay4950]

I had the exact reaction to seeing the inside cover of Mexican Gothic

[@hammydown9942]

Eons behind you, grasping to catch up.

[@69hehehe]

What shortish book do you recommend to someone who likes a bittersweet ending?