Bunch'o' Book Reviews

I haven't been reading as much as I hoped I would but here are some book reviews for you, a collection from my Goodreads and Booktube channel.

Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins

Literal Synopsis: Random girl goes to school in Paris and falls in love with a guy. Whining about having to go to Paris and niche interest in old movies. Adorable nonetheless. 

Verdict: Great beach read. 

Look for: Details of Parisian places + Realistic portrayal of friendship. 

Rating: 4/5

Mr. Penumbra's 24 Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan

Literal Synopsis: Nerdy guy finds employment in a weird bookshop where he isn't supposed to ask questions. He finds what the book store is about and more. Lots of mystery.

Verdict: A Page Turner that will have you wanting more. 

Look for: History on books, digital books, typography + Some amazing plot twists. 

Rating: 4/5

The DUFF: Designated Ugly Fat Friend by Kody Keplinger

Literal Synopsis: High school girl gets called ugly by a popular guy and deals with general high school problems. Interesting relationships. 

Verdict: Easy to read and the plot keeps getting interesting.

Look for: Very realistic relationships + witty comments

Rating: 4/5

Hope you enjoy these reviews and do let me know how you find the books. 

Monday Playlist : Fight Songs

During the last two to three months I've been feeling extremely blue due to some negative people and going into fight songs to find strength and an escape and honestly it's been a big help. I'm finally on the verge of getting better, Alhamdhu-lillah. 

I hope these songs will help you in your darkest times like it did for me. 

Trouble No More by Mindy Gledhill

Mindy's wonderful, all her songs are magical and whimsical. I prefer fun and adorable songs to most pop music so it's such a refreshing change. This song is about embracing who you are and getting over your fears, trying new things and letting go of all negativity, just what the doctor ordered. No more band-aids on my heartaches either.

Roar by Katy Perry

I don't know why I haven't found this song sooner. I always see it on charts but never thought it was about empowerment and sweet nibblets it was amazing. It really just brought lots of positivism and while I don't particularly love the video, the song is something I'll always remember. 

Fight Song by Rachel Platten


This song has been like a constant best friend giving me hope and I can't play it enough. There were some days before Ramadan when I was only playing this every single day. It tells you to keep on fighting even if you're the only one. 

Shake it Off by Taylor Swift

Ofcourse, the anthem of shaking off all the negativity and embracing all of you cannot simply be off this list eh. So many days, I've basically started the day off with this song, all ready to take whatever the world is going to throw at me. It's seriously a brilliant song. 

Who Said by Miley Cyrus

I really love how this song is challenging everything people say about you and making it positive. You really can become anything you set your mind to. I'm completely in love with this song. 

Also did you notice all of this list was female? I love more women are singing empowering songs. Not to say that there aren't' any by men, my playlist is very female-oriented, haha.

What songs do you listen that makes you feel better?