This month is my worst reading wrap-up so far. I read only four books this month. There’s a valid explanation for this, though. I was reading so many books at a time. At the time I’m writing this article, I am in the middle of five books. I know. I should stop doing that and read six instead. But despite that, here’s my review of the books I’ve read this month.
1. Pera na Hindi Bitin by Ardy Roberto
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As a twenty-something struggling with personal finance, this book proved to be a joy to read. It encouraged me to be more aware of the money I spend and on the things I spend it on. It’s also only Php50, which is a plus since you’re buying it to learn more about saving money.
But the question is, did I apply what I learned from the book?
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2. Kristy’s Worst Idea by Ann M. Martin
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I was so excited to see the one-hundredth book of the Baby-Sitters Club at Booksale. I was even more excited because this is actually the first BSC book that I read that is told from Kristy’s perspective. I’ve always wanted to know how the BSC leader would sound like. However, it saddens me to say that this is by far the worst book in the series that I read. It isn’t particularly bad. It was that I expected so much from it and ended up being disappointed. Kristy can be super bossy at times and sometimes doesn’t consider her team’s opinions. In this book, the club actually broke up! It got better in the end, but I was already heartbroken. I expected more from you, Kristy. I really did.
3. Live to Tell by Lisa Gardner
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It’s been a while since I last read a Lisa Gardner book. She is, hands down, my favorite thriller author. Live to Tell is the story of Anabelle, a girl whose family had been constantly on the run since she was seven years old. They moved from city to city, changing identities as they did so. They were avoiding something, but Anabelle did not know what it was. Twenty-five years after running away, she reads about herself in the newspaper. Apparently, her seven-year-old corpse was found recently.
Any story by Lisa Gardner is a sure hit for me. She tells the stories in ways that will prevent you from putting the book down. You have no choice but to succumb to the plot and narrative.
4. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
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You know that feeling when you’re not in control of your body anymore? That’s how I felt when I saw this book at Booksale. I looked to my right, and when I saw the title, I felt like I didn’t control my arm anymore. Suddenly, I found myself holding the book. I was lucky enough to find a brand new copy for only Php125!
I don’t think I need to provide any synopsis for this book. Many people have seen the movies. I didn’t particularly like it because I thought Willy Wonka was crazy. (I still think he is). But the book was a joy to read. Roald Dahl has never disappointed me yet. He tells each story in a manner that draws you in. There’s a lesson in every one of his books that applies to both adults and children. I’m looking forward to read his other works.
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