We have all encountered some books that were uniquely challenging, either because of the topic they discuss or because of the language that they are written in. I am interested in hearing what the book was for you, and what you gained from reading it.

I am currently reading "Kate Quinton's days" by Susan Sheehan, which is what inspired me to make this post. The book is about the daily life of an older woman and her experience with aging, illness, and dependence on others. The book isn't exceptionally well-written, but it piqued my interest because of the topic. I have never read any books that focus on the lives of older women, and I thought that I should give it a try. I like the book so far, even as I feel uncomfortable with reading about some of the darker realities of aging.

Another book I have read that delved into a difficult topic is "10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World" by Elif Shafak. The books is about the life and death of a Turkish sex worker, and the story gets quite dark. There were a few instances where I had to put down the book because I needed to recharge emotionally. Still, I think it is an important book, in addition to having a good writing style that flows really well.