i agree with your opinion about authors using taylor as a way to get sales!! im a swiftie and i am tired of seeing taylor references that are literally on the readers face like the great thing about her is that you can literally reference her work way more subtly and it would work but people just throw references around and market it as something taylor coded because people will buy it
how you described “if only I had told her” is 100% accurate. I could not figure out how to put my feelings about it into words but literally everything you said is spot on
@@cdotcdot780bc the premise is a werewolf and a vampire getting married! She’s saying it’s funny to say the plot to someone who doesn’t read bc it sounds kinda silly
destiny... i love watching you and listening to you. stop apologizing all the time about yourself and how u are and how much you talk. just enjoy it and go for it if someone knows something already and they dont wanna hear you explaining it they can skip its really not a big deal (and if they tell u its a big deal they need to touch some grass fr)
your videos feel like chating with a friend about books, its so fun! I'm about to start if only i had told her, and i feel like I'm gonna feel the same way.
My most anticipated release was CC3 and I am STRUGGLING to get through it. It has gotten to the point where I am like "Oh my gosh is this over yet?" and I feel like it is mostly my fault because of expectations that I had built up for what I thought was going to be happening in the book.
Bride from Ali hazelwood is actually super on brand I feel like Bc a lot of her stuff has to do with nerdier hobbies and she literally took a fanfiction concept and made it into a mainstream book and I love that for her tbh. But I also understand for anyone who didn’t like already acclimatize to what goes on in said book it can be a little weird 😭
Ugh I love Alex Michaelides books so much and I love the little Easter eggs in all of them. The Greek aspect in The Silent Patient was the tragedy they saw “Alcestis”.
I too read The Fury. I rated it 5 stars, which I've actually done with all his books. I love the way he incorporates Greek myths into his stories and I love how he changes the plot structure in each book. Just FYI- the Silent Patient is based off a Greek myth as well.
I love the concept of not rating them until the end because I also need to process ratings sometimes, and also sometimes I'll put it as one rating and then it's actually something else (a 4 star that turns into a 5 because I literally cant stop thinking about it; a 2 star to a 1 because I actually keep remembering stuff I didn't like)
I feel the exact same about the Magnolia Parks books and series!! So glad to know I am not alone in the feelings of the series being a bit draining and annoying as it goes on, but Jessa does give us amazing writing and such a real look on life. I want to read ITD soon!!
I read Bride right when it came out and the whole time I was thinking, wow I can't wait to see what Destiny thinks of this🤣 It's been over a week and I still don't know what I think.
So I loved "if he had been with me", it wrecked me for a couple of days, and I think I would have been more interested in the 2nd book if it had been an alternate ending for Autumn and Finny, BUT since it's not, I'm planning on passing on it. I don't need to relive that tragic book again 🤷♀️
Finally a real review of if only i had told her that is accurate, like finn “loving” autumn, ppl only “loved” this book for its familiarity… even the previous book did nothing for me
I’m currently reading the Magnolia Parks series and I’m still on the 1st one and I started it month ago but I’m in a reading slump anyways my point is I think that Daisy Haites is also goin to be the one I like
I completely agree that in, if only I had told her that that point of view was cut off very abruptly, and that's not what I was thinking it was gonna be
I wanna read if only I had told her so bad but I need to reread the first book and I know it’s just gonna be so painful to get into the characters again
22:34 I feel like her goal was to make this book a more open discussion about grief and that’s why she included the other POVs (especially the side character POV….) but did it in a way that came across differently than she had hoped
loved this video!! I have a sci fi/thriller recommendation for you that I think you would enjoy! Annihilation (part of the Souther Reach Trilogy) has been one of the best books i've read so far this year, and one of the best thrillers ever. it's a little more of a psychological/you don't really know what's going on kind of thriller, which I personally really like and I think you might too!
The thing I couldn’t get on with for magnolia parks is the amount of detail that she went into on clothing and brands and outfits it really annoyed me like paragraphs of just description idk I couldn’t get on board with it 🤣
See I’ll probably never read a series with miscommunication bc I know it’ll piss me off lmao, but I do lovee gossip girl and it’s literally one of my favorite shows ever but my thing is I’d rather watch drama go down than read about it yk?
24:27 personally I agree and Im not a swiftie nor a hater but tbh i think it can be overdone. She has great songs, but even the spotify playlists are 75-85% taylor swift and i think there are other smaller artists that can be shown. It’s like I think authors may get paid more money to mention her name…. Its one thing if you genuinely like her and her music but it’s another if you’re doing it for gimmicky sales and on purpose
Just finished this new, original collection of fairy tales, entitled 'Sillies, Fancies, and Trifles' - it was phenomenal and just perfect for the season. You guys would love it! What's everyone else reading, I want some more recommendations to add to the lovely ones here. Keep up the beautiful videos :)
My mom is a children’s book author and it would be SO cool if you had Mila picked your TBr and you picked my mom’s books and read them together Destiny!❤️📕
I love to see another person who likes to watch Sinjin Drowning while they read! I don't know what it is about them that makes the perfect background noise!
I honestly don't think people who aren't into or don't usually read paranormal romance should pick them up. They're disappointed most of the time because it's not what they are expecting. I personally loved Bride and it made me finally want to read Ali Hazelwood. As for the romance, it's built subtly (though explicitly if you consider how they talk about one another) through the book which may not be everyone's cup of tea.
I cannot believe how fast destiny reads… like the breakup tour clips look like they took place within 20 minutes of each other… you go girl
And then everyone else (me) spends a week reading a 500 page book😭
@@user333._ try reading one or two a month...normally 300 pages each too
@user333._ that takes me 3 weeks right now 😅 I'm in a slump.
@@user333._ i tracked my reading time today (in one go) it was 2 and a half hours for 55 pages 🙈
I literally just sat down to watch RUclips and eat and this popped up??? literally perfect
Same!
SAME LMAOOO
Sammme
I honestly don‘t know how you manage uploading so many videos that are all really time consuming!! THANK YOU🫂💕🫶🏼
the "they're bad.." on the thumbnail made me laugh way too hard 😭😭😭
i agree with your opinion about authors using taylor as a way to get sales!! im a swiftie and i am tired of seeing taylor references that are literally on the readers face like the great thing about her is that you can literally reference her work way more subtly and it would work but people just throw references around and market it as something taylor coded because people will buy it
Booktuber do that too, to get views!
how you described “if only I had told her” is 100% accurate. I could not figure out how to put my feelings about it into words but literally everything you said is spot on
you talking about being embarrassed abt reading the bride is so reallll hahahaha
context?
@@cdotcdot780bc the premise is a werewolf and a vampire getting married! She’s saying it’s funny to say the plot to someone who doesn’t read bc it sounds kinda silly
@@vic7690I think it’s actually more to do with the smut part… between a were and a vampire things can be a little icky
@@lucyjohns5111 I’m just directly quoting her. I’m saying why she said it’s embarrassing. She says this before she reads the book.. lol.
Bestie,we need a video where either Mila or Charlee choose your tbr or what books you buy💕
destiny... i love watching you and listening to you. stop apologizing all the time about yourself and how u are and how much you talk. just enjoy it and go for it if someone knows something already and they dont wanna hear you explaining it they can skip its really not a big deal (and if they tell u its a big deal they need to touch some grass fr)
your videos feel like chating with a friend about books, its so fun! I'm about to start if only i had told her, and i feel like I'm gonna feel the same way.
ITS DESTINY TIIIMMMEEEE
You do such a great job at reviewing and discussing books without giving any spoilers! Thank you, I appreciate it so much queen🥰
My most anticipated release was CC3 and I am STRUGGLING to get through it. It has gotten to the point where I am like "Oh my gosh is this over yet?" and I feel like it is mostly my fault because of expectations that I had built up for what I thought was going to be happening in the book.
Bride from Ali hazelwood is actually super on brand I feel like Bc a lot of her stuff has to do with nerdier hobbies and she literally took a fanfiction concept and made it into a mainstream book and I love that for her tbh. But I also understand for anyone who didn’t like already acclimatize to what goes on in said book it can be a little weird 😭
lol not Sara with a degree in magnolia parks 😂
Destiny the hair is GIVINGGG
thought the exact same thing!
@@opal555legit internally gasped when i saw the thumbnail.
Ugh I love Alex Michaelides books so much and I love the little Easter eggs in all of them. The Greek aspect in The Silent Patient was the tragedy they saw “Alcestis”.
Lol i hated the greek bits in the silent patient
I really love how fast you read, manifesting that to myself because I’m med student with limited time and tons books to readdd
Would absolutely love to see a character study book rec video🥹💗
DROP EVERYTHING DESTINY SIDWELL POSTED!!!
I too read The Fury. I rated it 5 stars, which I've actually done with all his books. I love the way he incorporates Greek myths into his stories and I love how he changes the plot structure in each book. Just FYI- the Silent Patient is based off a Greek myth as well.
Bestie is on her EDITING game!! Love the aesthetic and your videos always💗💅🎀✨
I love the concept of not rating them until the end because I also need to process ratings sometimes, and also sometimes I'll put it as one rating and then it's actually something else (a 4 star that turns into a 5 because I literally cant stop thinking about it; a 2 star to a 1 because I actually keep remembering stuff I didn't like)
You have easily became my new comfort creator and make me want to start reading more
I am so happy that I'm not the only one who has to read the book first before watching the movie or film! Never in my life i could relate.
I feel the exact same about the Magnolia Parks books and series!! So glad to know I am not alone in the feelings of the series being a bit draining and annoying as it goes on, but Jessa does give us amazing writing and such a real look on life. I want to read ITD soon!!
I read Bride right when it came out and the whole time I was thinking, wow I can't wait to see what Destiny thinks of this🤣 It's been over a week and I still don't know what I think.
So I loved "if he had been with me", it wrecked me for a couple of days, and I think I would have been more interested in the 2nd book if it had been an alternate ending for Autumn and Finny, BUT since it's not, I'm planning on passing on it. I don't need to relive that tragic book again 🤷♀️
Destiny reading an omegaverse book and going "Im not gonna use the word weird" LMFAOOO I LOVE HERRRR
Finally a real review of if only i had told her that is accurate, like finn “loving” autumn, ppl only “loved” this book for its familiarity… even the previous book did nothing for me
i am just shocked how you can read with RUclips and the TV on in the background and still have high reading comprehension, bravo!!
Just wanted to say how much I appreciate your videos ❤ (U R my fav booktuber)
i saw your review for bride on goodreads and i was so excited for the video for the review! love u des❤
My girl!!! Love your vids💕💕 hope you’ve been feeling better💕
I was really excited to start the Fury when it came out. It’s going to be my next read. Thanks for your insight ✨
I’m currently reading the Magnolia Parks series and I’m still on the 1st one and I started it month ago but I’m in a reading slump anyways my point is I think that Daisy Haites is also goin to be the one I like
20.23 ok Rapunzel!!!! I need a hair styling and hair care routine asap ❤
Omg I already know this video is going to be amazing!❤
I completely agree that in, if only I had told her that that point of view was cut off very abruptly, and that's not what I was thinking it was gonna be
I literally opened RUclips to watch a video before going to sleep and then I see this ??? Literally perfect
soo glad u enjoyed the fury, I also really like his books one of my favorites... can't wait to read this one
kisses from brasil
YES a Des post is exactly what my soul needed
really enjoyed this video!!! such a good idea
I loved this video 💜 This video came perfectly. I needed a break from schoolwork, and when I saw this, I knew I needed to watch it!
I wanna read if only I had told her so bad but I need to reread the first book and I know it’s just gonna be so painful to get into the characters again
your thoughts on Bride were pretty much exactly the same way i felt 😂 especially at the end i was like what did i get myself into
I'm currently about 100 pages in and this is making me wonder what I've gotten myself into.
22:34 I feel like her goal was to make this book a more open discussion about grief and that’s why she included the other POVs (especially the side character POV….) but did it in a way that came across differently than she had hoped
i really appreciate all the effort you put into these videos!! your editing is slaying more and more too
loved this video!! I have a sci fi/thriller recommendation for you that I think you would enjoy! Annihilation (part of the Souther Reach Trilogy) has been one of the best books i've read so far this year, and one of the best thrillers ever. it's a little more of a psychological/you don't really know what's going on kind of thriller, which I personally really like and I think you might too!
So impressed with how much reading you can get done! I haven’t even read bride but I definitely get weird vibes
THANKYOU DES YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH I NEEDED THIS ❤❤❤
this video was perfect timing. I NEEDED some cheering up today
First! Also, im so happy whenever i see a new video pop up
Blessed with some Destiny content today
I totally agree about loving the POV’s from Daisy’s books
Tim Weaver is an amazing british thriller writer. absolutely love him. Best book is probably the 9th book in his david raker series!
45 minute reading vlog from des? My day is immediately perfect❤
Literally how you give ads is amazing like I don’t even mind it I love your commercial break.
Every time Des says her rating I always guess it right??? Like what a coincidence
yayy new video!! tysm destiny for making my dah so much better🫶🏻🫶🏻
I also read Bride and felt the same way as you, I just heard so much about the romance being amazing and it wasn’t like that once I read it.
You've got me turned on to the Magnolia Parks series now
The thing I couldn’t get on with for magnolia parks is the amount of detail that she went into on clothing and brands and outfits it really annoyed me like paragraphs of just description idk I couldn’t get on board with it 🤣
A new Des vid was just what I needed! Happy reading, sending you lots of love❤
See I’ll probably never read a series with miscommunication bc I know it’ll piss me off lmao, but I do lovee gossip girl and it’s literally one of my favorite shows ever but my thing is I’d rather watch drama go down than read about it yk?
6:22 me currently reading the addicted series and I just finished ricochet, I loveee lily & lo with my entire heart ❤️
24:27 personally I agree and Im not a swiftie nor a hater but tbh i think it can be overdone. She has great songs, but even the spotify playlists are 75-85% taylor swift and i think there are other smaller artists that can be shown. It’s like I think authors may get paid more money to mention her name…. Its one thing if you genuinely like her and her music but it’s another if you’re doing it for gimmicky sales and on purpose
I looooooved Into The Dark so much and it also made me absolutely adore BJ🥹
omggg im so excited for this video. thanks for being my comfort youtuber des💕
I absolutely love ur reading vlogs des
Girl the way you got me wanting to buy more books while watching this on my lunch break 😂
I love videos like this! Vlog/ review of new books is my fav!
you’ve perfectly put into words my emotions when i finished Bride too!! the woman was too stunned to speak 😀
agree, love the characters more in Daisy Haites
Just finished this new, original collection of fairy tales, entitled 'Sillies, Fancies, and Trifles' - it was phenomenal and just perfect for the season. You guys would love it! What's everyone else reading, I want some more recommendations to add to the lovely ones here. Keep up the beautiful videos :)
I'm watching this while doing my skincare before bed. Free therapy!!
Your videos are so comforting!
I love that you read YA and adult books ❤
YESS been waiting for this one!! I also just posted a reading new releases video! I read Bride and Into the Dark and LOVEDD THEM
dude thank youuuuuu. it’s not a bad book but i’m simply just so disappointed with if i had told her
please do this every month!
Yay bestie Des posted, which automatically makes my day better❤❤❤
Thanks so much for all the work you put into your videos. Great editing skills, Des. 🙂💜
new destiny upload just made my weeeekk🫶
I actually was glad to see that character’s POV because he added another level to characters …. And also shows another layer to how life must go on
I actually like Daisys books more too! 🥰 but honestly they’re all gold
I was having a hard day mentally and seeing this notification immediately made me feel better🩷
I am so excited to see your review of bride❤
My mom is a children’s book author and it would be SO cool if you had Mila picked your TBr and you picked my mom’s books and read them together Destiny!❤️📕
my dream is to read as fast as she does😭🫶🏽
the fact you and larry both sing hello in your new videos is so funny lmao
please why did "not good at chugging things... am good at reading things" CRACK ME UP loll love this video!
I love to see another person who likes to watch Sinjin Drowning while they read! I don't know what it is about them that makes the perfect background noise!
I've read Bride and I am in love with it !
Bestie Dest time!! wish I had book besties like you and Sara 💖🎀🫧 love your vids!
when he shape shifts and also has a buzz cut
omg the PERFECT video for my study break!
I personally loved jacks point of view
I honestly don't think people who aren't into or don't usually read paranormal romance should pick them up. They're disappointed most of the time because it's not what they are expecting. I personally loved Bride and it made me finally want to read Ali Hazelwood. As for the romance, it's built subtly (though explicitly if you consider how they talk about one another) through the book which may not be everyone's cup of tea.
I like the way you explained that. I've been curious about "Bride" recently. I just might check it out now.
You just saved me SO much time!! Appreciate you always! ❤❤❤