Hula follows three generations of women in Hawaii. It explores identity and belonging - almost like a coming of age novel. It’s also culturally rich aHula follows three generations of women in Hawaii. It explores identity and belonging - almost like a coming of age novel. It’s also culturally rich and there is so much history as well. I thought it was beautifully written however, there were times where I felt it was a little too long. Regardless, I do think the story is important as there’s not many Hawaiian authors or stories out there. The cover is also absolutely beautiful.
Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced copy of this book! ...more
have you ever read a book so boring that you become cranky? that's how i feel right now.
i was super excited for this one but wooow it was slow. definhave you ever read a book so boring that you become cranky? that's how i feel right now.
i was super excited for this one but wooow it was slow. definitely gives off Mexican Gothic vibes like people are saying but i didn't care for that one either so i should have known. i only have myself to blame. i'm disappointed ...more
Velvet Was The Night is my first book by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. I’m interested to read her previous books, she definitely has a talent for crafting a wVelvet Was The Night is my first book by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. I’m interested to read her previous books, she definitely has a talent for crafting a well written story (Mexican Gothic I’m coming for you next). I did like the story and the way the the characters lives became intertwined. I don’t think I’ve read much noir fiction and while I enjoyed this, it’s not really a genre I would typically go for.
As mentioned, the writing was great and all but honestly my rating would’ve been higher if I cared for either of the characters. They're just not that likable and lack any redeeming qualities. They’re not even the fun unlikable type, if that makes sense.
Thank you to Netgalley and to the publisher for an advanced copy of this book. This is my second book on my quest to cram old arcs before 2021 ends MAKING PROGRESS HERE!!...more
I don’t know why I had assumed this book was written by a woman but once I realized a man had written it, it kind of made sense. I don’t think men canI don’t know why I had assumed this book was written by a woman but once I realized a man had written it, it kind of made sense. I don’t think men can write realistic women at all, unfortunately. Zuretta seemed not real but also came off as an old woman. Possibly also because this takes place in the past so that’s why she was written this way? I don’t know but in any case I couldn’t connect to her. It’s an easy read even if it’s a little slow sometimes. It wasn't bad overall but not my favorite! I think it's interesting it is based off real event as well....more
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