
The Night Watchman Review
Louise Erdrich's 'The Night Watchman' made me laugh, tear up, and think about my own weird family. Strong characters, a lot of heart, and a slice of Chippewa history—just ignore the parts that put you to sleep.
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Louise Erdrich's 'The Night Watchman' made me laugh, tear up, and think about my own weird family. Strong characters, a lot of heart, and a slice of Chippewa history—just ignore the parts that put you to sleep.

Meursault is about as emotional as a soggy baguette. His lack of reaction to his mom’s death had me blinking twice. Camus serves up a bizarre look at life that’s both funny and a bit unsettling.

Judy Moody is like my little sister after too much sugar—full of ideas, wild moods, and endless drama. This book made me laugh and remember my own messy, moody moments. Perfect for anyone who loves a quirky adventure!

Crime and Punishment is like a really intense game of chess where everyone is confused and guilty. Raskolnikov’s brain runs wild, and you keep waiting for someone to smack some sense into him. But wow, you can’t stop reading.

The 1985 book made me laugh, cringe, and nod in agreement. It’s packed with wild facts, old-school ads, and even a trivia page that stumped my uncle. Definitely a fun trip down memory lane, but some jokes feel outdated.

Emma’s love life is more tangled than my phone charger. One True Loves made me laugh, cry, and question my own life choices—twice. I wish the ending had a bit more mess, but it’s worth the ride.

No David is full of wild giggles and messy mayhem. The pictures are bold, the words are simple, and let’s be real—every kid has pulled a classic David move or two! Parents, brace yourselves for some flashbacks.

Small-town drama comes alive in 'last got book.' I laughed, I cringed, and yes, I even teared up a little—though maybe that was just my allergies. Maggie Hemsley sure knows how to stir the pot!

Feyre’s adventures are wild, romantic, and sometimes make you shout at the book. There’s magic galore, brooding guys, and the plot? Never boring. But fair warning—some twists left me needing a snack break and a nap.

Kenna's a total mess, but I loved watching her try to get her life together. This book made me ugly cry and laugh—sometimes at the same time. Colleen Hoover really knows how to poke you right in the feelings.