Minnie's Fiction Addiction
Because one more chapter is never enough
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✨ Unflinching, unsettling, and unforgettable, Ottessa Moshfegh is the queen of writing women who are gloriously weird, difficult, and disturbingly real. ⚠️ Content Note: Moshfegh’s works frequently contain depictions of depression, substance abuse, violence, disturbing imagery, and morally complex characters. Reader discretion advised. Ottessa Moshfegh has carved out a space in contemporary literature where the grotesque…
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There’s something comforting about a perfect hero, the kind of character who always says the right thing, wins the fight, and gets the happy ending tied up with a bow. These paragons of virtue have their place, offering escapism and the satisfaction of justice served. But lately, I find myself gravitating toward characters who are…
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In an age where digital tools enhance every aspect of our lives, book tracking apps have emerged as game-changers for readers seeking to organize, analyze, and amplify their literary adventures. Whether you’re a casual reader hoping to remember what you’ve enjoyed or a voracious bibliophile managing hundreds of titles annually, the right book tracker can…
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Because messy stories are often the most honest ones Some narrators guide you gently through a story, reliable and steady as a lighthouse beam. Others? They lie. They omit. They twist the truth, sometimes on purpose, sometimes not. And honestly? We need more of them. The unreliable narrator is one of fiction’s most fascinating tools,…
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In our fast-paced digital world, we’re constantly pressured to consume content quickly. We speed-read articles, binge-watch entire seasons in a weekend, and feel guilty when our to-read pile grows faster than we can tackle it. But what if I told you that slowing down your reading could actually enhance your literary journey in ways you…
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Sometimes you need a book that will make you snort with laughter on public transport, earn you strange looks from strangers, and leave your cheeks hurting from smiling. Whether you’re dealing with stress, need a mood boost, or just want to remember that reading can be pure joy, these hilarious books deliver the goods. Fair…
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Let’s be real: we all judge books by their covers. Despite the age-old advice, it’s practically impossible not to. You walk into a bookshop, coffee in hand, and scan the shelves. What catches your eye? The moody gothic house surrounded by fog? The neon pink font screaming Enemies to Lovers? The pastel cottagecore scene that whispers slow…
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Whether you’re poolside, park-bound, or just chasing those warm-weather vibes, these reads will keep you hooked from the first page to the last. 1. The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han🌸 YA Romance | Bittersweet, nostalgic, love triangle vibesEvery summer, Belly visits the same beach house with her mum and two family friends. But this year, everything…
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To celebrate the 4th of July, here are six historical fiction novels set in the USA that bring the nation’s past to life with drama, heart, and unforgettable characters: ✨ The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich — Based on Erdrich’s grandfather, this novel follows Thomas Wazhashk, a Chippewa Council member fighting against Native dispossession in 1950s North…
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I love a good comfort read, cozy mysteries, fantasy worlds, the odd morally grey villain I probably shouldn’t root for. But in between the comfort zones and five-star favourites, there’s something that’s completely transformed how I read: choosing to read more diversely. And no, I don’t mean forcing myself to read something “serious” or “worthy.” I…
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