5⭐ Nonfiction Reads! | Fathoms & Why Fish Don't Exist

5⭐ Nonfiction Reads! | Fathoms & Why Fish Don't Exist | Book Reviews

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Today I'm reviewing two new nonfiction books that have something to do with water-dwelling creatures!
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-Books Discussed-
Why Fish Don't Exist by Lulu Miller: amzn.to/34qA5KB
Fathoms by Rebecca Giggs: amzn.to/34qaqBS
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@cuppiesaur 3 жыл бұрын

I started reading "Why fish don't exist" as soon as I close your video and I'M IN LOVE!!! ♥ I think I will treasure this book forever as one of my favorites non fiction - so THANK YOU FOR THAT! ♥ I sky rocket my reading of non fic because of your recommendations and I'm really thankful for that! ♥ Your reviews are AMAZING and your recommendations are always on point! ♥

@moniqueibr3957 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn't stop thinking about Why Fish Don't Exist for weeks after I finished it. I completely agree with your review! It all came together beautifully at the end.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

RIGHT?! It's still lingering in my brain - especially that last chapter. So good. I have to keep telling myself I have so many other books to read so I don't give into the temptation to start rereading it.

@ToriKo_ 3 жыл бұрын

Have you both got any other books you would recommend to someone who enjoyed the personal elements of Why Fish Don’t Exist, and thinks about it too after finishing it?

@3amstacks 3 жыл бұрын

I love your book recommendations. I'd never come by them if it weren't for you! So refreshing, thank you!

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

So glad you like them! :D

@ThatsSoPoe 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always so intrigued by the nature nonfiction you read! Fathoms in particular appeals to me, although finding time for a bigger book like that is always a challenge.

@mbrady199 3 жыл бұрын

I added both of these to my tbr. Thank you.

@Christine5280CO 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this review. I’ve been wanting to read Fathoms and a 5 star review from you makes me want to read it even more! I have loved every book recommendation I’ve gotten from you.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, wow - that is so wonderful to hear that you've enjoyed the recommendations you've found here! I hope Fathoms doesn't disappoint!

@mayagopalak 3 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to pick both up

@byronsbrain 3 жыл бұрын

Both of these books sound amazing!

@CarlasBookBits 3 жыл бұрын

I loved this video, Olive. I came because I was curious about Why Fish Don't Exist, but your review of Fathoms won me over also. I share your love of nonfiction about whales too! I'll definitely be picking these up at some point, it's been a long while since I've read some good nonfiction! 💙

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Carla! I was so excited to see a video of yours in my feed the other day :D

@Yesica1993 3 жыл бұрын

Both sound intriguing. But the first one, in particular. (And maybe for a reason not specifically related to the content.) It just struck me, as I listened to you, what an impact one person can have on the life of another. Even without meeting, and just from afar. Anyway, probably just 90+ degree heat inspired ramblings from me!

@CookieR1272 3 жыл бұрын

Loved Why Fish Don’t Exist! Glad you liked it.

@solomiento 3 жыл бұрын

I love your review! I've started reading Why fish don't exist, and was wondering what other people thought of it. Otherwise i am really enjoying the book

@LiveForeverorDieTrying 3 жыл бұрын

Another fantastic video Olive. I just bought H is for Hawk because of your recommendations. It seems I have two more to pick up soon!

@ginal2643 3 жыл бұрын

I did, too and have been reading about birds ever since. Another Olive pick that I hold dear is Vulture: The Private Life of an Unloved Bird by Katie Fallon. Anything by Noah Stryker bird-wise is excellent, too.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :D Hope you like H is for Hawk...and these two, if you decide to pick them up!

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Vulture is so great! Katie Fallon is lovely, too - I got a chance to meet her a few years back.

@gracewright8547 3 жыл бұрын

Your review of Why Fish Don't Exist was so compelling! I don't read much nature nonfiction but I want to check that one out now.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, for a nature book, it's pretty light on the actual nature so it might be a good entry point for you!

@bookwalk1 3 жыл бұрын

You are a great salesperson for these books. They are now both on my TBR.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe I was a book seller in a past life lol

@ephrussi9765 3 жыл бұрын

You are a wonder! So eloquent and enthusiastic. Your recommendations are so good - and I obediently read them. P.S. This lip color is perfect on you. Suits you.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my, thank you so much! This is all so nice of you to say, and I'm very grateful

@mc63404 3 жыл бұрын

These both sound wonderful. Thank you for the video!

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@MishelleLexi 3 жыл бұрын

I literally just checked out Fathoms from the library so this is perfect timing :)

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Yay! That is great timing!

@amymaddess3325 3 жыл бұрын

Just added Fathoms to my TBR 🤪 you are 100% my favourite booktuber 🤓🤓🤓

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my, thank you! That means so much to me!

@SixMinutesForMe 3 жыл бұрын

So excited for Fathoms, and surprised it came out here around time it came out in Aus!

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

I was surprised by that, too! Normally there's a delay and I end up buying from Book Depository (as was the case when I took you up on your recommendation and bought Eggshell Skull a couple of years ago)...

@RadioGirLF 3 жыл бұрын

Fathoms already sounded intriguing enough but when you said it was perfect for literary fiction lovers... I mean it's a sign. I gotta check it out.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

I'll be interested to hear how you like it!

@rashmipande7952 3 жыл бұрын

I am so desperately wanting to read Fathoms...but sadly it's unavailable here in India.. ! Love your book reviews and recommendations ★ :)

@jnanaa2173 3 жыл бұрын

I have been greatly enriched by reading Why Fish Don't Exist.

@myreadinglife8816 3 жыл бұрын

Sold and sold!

@manjiri2 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, Olive. I am so pumped up to read both the books. Also, a few years ago I watched this documentary, Blackfish, exploring the life of Orcas in captivity. It was mind-blowing, I still get chills. May I suggest that you checking it out, in case you would be interested ☺

@Aunt-Rachel 3 жыл бұрын

I loved Blackfish!

@ToriKo_ 3 жыл бұрын

Hey do you have a playlist of books you think are 5 stars?

@ToriKo_ 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t believe this was 8 months ago, I’ve finally ready Why Fish Don’t Exist

@LiteraryStoner 3 жыл бұрын

💙

@carolynmonahan2488 3 жыл бұрын

If you haven't read it I think you would love Dreaming in Turtle

@angelaluz405 3 жыл бұрын

...and Why Fish Don't Exist Goes straight onto the wish list!

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

🙌

@BeantownMrs 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if you've read Trevor Corson's "The Secret Life of Lobsters," but I think you may like it.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

That one is definitely on my radar!!

@chrissymisha1182 3 жыл бұрын

I read Fathoms earlier this month, and while I enjoyed the writing, I felt like too much time was spent on the author's personal journey for my taste. I felt like it was covering up the science. I was also baffled by the omission of a section on whales in captivity. I feel like it would've really fit with her charisma narrative.

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Understandable. I read a lot from this genre, so the personal elements actually seemed on the lighter side compared to other nature nonfiction books I've read. I actually like them - I thought they were a good way to establish the connection between humans and whales not just in the broad, species-level way, but in the one-on-one way, too. I do agree that a chapter on whales in captivity would have been really fitting.

@blessedtobealive 3 жыл бұрын

I clicked on this video without reading the title and found myself strangely interested (I don't usually read non-fiction).

@abookolive 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! If you're just getting started in nonfiction, you might want to hold off on Fathoms - it's very information-heavy so it might be a little overwhelming. Why Fish Don't Exist, however, would be a fantastic place to start if you're intrigued by the premise! Also, if you don't know already, I host a month-long reading initiative every November called Nonfiction November. The whole purpose is to inspire the community to read more nonfiction than we all would ordinarily read - it's a great time to try out more nonfiction & get some great recommendations! We'd love to have you join us in November, if you're interested - I announce the event in early October.

@blessedtobealive 3 жыл бұрын

@@abookolive Fantastic, I would for sure like to join. I think I would enjoy non-fiction if it envolved psychology or mystery.