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Plant Lady by MinYoung Kang is a blend of psychological horror and social commentary. It begins with what appears to be a mild-mannered woman and her love of plants, but gradually develops into an exploration of violence against women, relationships, loneliness, and the lasting effects of trauma.

As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that the protagonist feels more connected to her plants than to the people around her. What starts as a quiet story about a woman who owns a plant shop slowly takes a darker turn as secrets are revealed and unsettling events begin to emerge.

Disturbing, thought-provoking, and memorable, Plant Lady is a book that leaves plenty to discuss long after the final page.

Look What You Made Me Do by John Lanchester is a sharp, witty novel that kept me engaged right to the end. There's a quiet sense of secrecy running through it, which sometimes made it feel a little distant, but also added to the overall tension.

For me, this is a story about revenge—and how far someone is willing to go to get it. In the process, they risk shattering not only the life of the person they're targeting, but also the lives of that person's family. It raises some uncomfortable questions about truth, who owns a story, and the harm that can come from turning real lives into narrative.

I didn't feel especially connected to the characters, but I admired the writing and the ideas behind it. It's one of those books that lingers in your mind long after you've finished.