Review of Orinthia

[Qwerty Writes]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Orinthia" by Most Everyone.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Do you ever think too much? Like constantly recalling the most embarrassing thing you could say to someone you like. Do you still feel embarrassed, annoyed, anxious, and scared all at the same time? Or maybe you don’t feel anything at all; it’s all just a blur, and you’re shutting down, trying to stay calm and ignore it all. Maybe you’re not sure if they’ll ever talk to you again, or if they do, it’s forced. If so, then you already know who Orinthia is.

‘Orinthia’ by Most Everyone is about an anxiety-ridden woman named Orinthia (not much of a surprise there) who gets superpowers. She has to overcome her fears, heartache, and growing internal desires to figure out this new world she’s thrown into.

Told in the first person, we get a glimpse of her college life as she struggles to make and keep her friends and land a boyfriend or two. We see her regular check-ups with Jennifer, her psychologist, and her sweet interactions with her loving mum and her animal relationships with all of her pets. It was hard not to root for her when she was stepping out of her comfort zone and trying new things. I also wished she could read the minds of her pets too. It would have been so cool!

I enjoyed the writing style of the author, which flowed with its unique explosive voice. It was so expressive, and I felt connected to the humor and the storytelling. I didn’t feel discontented reading through her thoughts and understanding the different viewpoints that shifted between her, Coy, and Jennifer. The lack of errors and good editing also made it easier to focus while I was reading. I was overjoyed.

I loved the imagery towards the end with Epic and her superpower. And I laughed hard when Orinthia was introduced to the guy who made everything invisible. (Wink!) I responded with a big duh! I definitely would call him that too.

Her relationship with Coy was also enjoyable. It didn’t feel forced, and she didn’t jump too fast into it. They both moved at the same pace and gave each other space. Even Coy, who was overcoming his grief, had some time to progress. Though it wasn’t expressed as much because we mostly saw Orinthia’s viewpoint, it was certainly felt. And the ending was by far my favorite. It introduced a rather dystopian theme, which was not as scary as you would assume. Or cultish, for that matter. It felt like everyone contributed or had some role to play. I liked how organized everything was, and Orinthia and Coy did not just get out of a bad situation. They had to work for it.

I was disappointed in two things in this book. The first is that Orinthia and her friends used derogative terms to refer to each other at times. It’s my subjective view that this is devaluing to another human being regardless if this is social culture. The second thing is a statement Orinthia made about herself and other people, ‘We were cursed with having the wrong genes at the right time, the perfect recipe for a mental disorder’. I don’t agree with this negative view. A person should never look at themselves and say they are cursed or devalue themselves or others by putting them into a category because they are similar or go through the same circumstances. I don’t like the message Orinthia carried. 

She was strong and decided to stand up to her problems and work out her weaknesses, but she used her power as a crutch to avoid a lot of her internal issues. She drew her opinions (both good and bad) about herself from others and not herself. She didn’t grow in the one area in which she was struggling the most. 

And for that last point, I subtracted a star and gave this book four out of five stars. I would also point out that I would not recommend this book because of the two things I did not like. Of course, it’s my thoughts, and people can still enjoy the book regardless. I would say people who find it interesting and want closure on mental and emotional issues and those who seek to understand people who suffer through such should read this book. I know you would enjoy it as I did.

This book should not be picked up by children and should be read by people who are not triggered by the subject of mental illness.

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Orinthia
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[Gerry Steen]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Orinthia" by Most Everyone.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Do you ever think too much? Like constantly recalling the most embarrassing thing you could say to someone you like. Do you still feel embarrassed, annoyed, anxious, and scared all at the same time? Or maybe you don’t feel anything at all; it’s all just a blur, and you’re shutting down, trying to stay calm and ignore it all. Maybe you’re not sure if they’ll ever talk to you again, or if they do, it’s forced. If so, then you already know who Orinthia is.

‘Orinthia’ by Most Everyone is about an anxiety-ridden woman named Orinthia (not much of a surprise there) who gets superpowers. She has to overcome her fears, heartache, and growing internal desires to figure out this new world she’s thrown into.

Told in the first person, we get a glimpse of her college life as she struggles to make and keep her friends and land a boyfriend or two. We see her regular check-ups with Jennifer, her psychologist, and her sweet interactions with her loving mum and her animal relationships with all of her pets. It was hard not to root for her when she was stepping out of her comfort zone and trying new things. I also wished she could read the minds of her pets too. It would have been so cool!

I enjoyed the writing style of the author, which flowed with its unique explosive voice. It was so expressive, and I felt connected to the humor and the storytelling. I didn’t feel discontented reading through her thoughts and understanding the different viewpoints that shifted between her, Coy, and Jennifer. The lack of errors and good editing also made it easier to focus while I was reading. I was overjoyed.

I loved the imagery towards the end with Epic and her superpower. And I laughed hard when Orinthia was introduced to the guy who made everything invisible. (Wink!) I responded with a big duh! I definitely would call him that too.

Her relationship with Coy was also enjoyable. It didn’t feel forced, and she didn’t jump too fast into it. They both moved at the same pace and gave each other space. Even Coy, who was overcoming his grief, had some time to progress. Though it wasn’t expressed as much because we mostly saw Orinthia’s viewpoint, it was certainly felt. And the ending was by far my favorite. It introduced a rather dystopian theme, which was not as scary as you would assume. Or cultish, for that matter. It felt like everyone contributed or had some role to play. I liked how organized everything was, and Orinthia and Coy did not just get out of a bad situation. They had to work for it.

I was disappointed in two things in this book. The first is that Orinthia and her friends used derogative terms to refer to each other at times. It’s my subjective view that this is devaluing to another human being regardless if this is social culture. The second thing is a statement Orinthia made about herself and other people, ‘We were cursed with having the wrong genes at the right time, the perfect recipe for a mental disorder’. I don’t agree with this negative view. A person should never look at themselves and say they are cursed or devalue themselves or others by putting them into a category because they are similar or go through the same circumstances. I don’t like the message Orinthia carried. 

She was strong and decided to stand up to her problems and work out her weaknesses, but she used her power as a crutch to avoid a lot of her internal issues. She drew her opinions (both good and bad) about herself from others and not herself. She didn’t grow in the one area in which she was struggling the most. 

And for that last point, I subtracted a star and gave this book four out of five stars. I would also point out that I would not recommend this book because of the two things I did not like. Of course, it’s my thoughts, and people can still enjoy the book regardless. I would say people who find it interesting and want closure on mental and emotional issues and those who seek to understand people who suffer through such should read this book. I know you would enjoy it as I did.

This book should not be picked up by children and should be read by people who are not triggered by the subject of mental illness.

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Orinthia
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

There are people dear to me who suffer from high-anxiety. Your review of this book has piqued my interest because I want to understand how high-anxiety affects people internally. I do appreciate that you challenged the negative language used by Orinthia and her peers. I am adding this book to my bookshelves.

[Sarah Zain]

I can relate to your questions at the beginning of the review. I think about everything, even if it happened years ago. It is really a struggle. Especially if you have a high sense of everything around you.
I understand your point of view about the idea that it is a curse and people classifying themselves. But from view of someone who suffers from anxiety and overthinking, I tell you that I sometimes feel the same feeling.

I really liked your review and the way you presented the book and the appropriate audience for it.
Your reviews style caught my attention and I respect your opinion on the books. Keep going

[Isaac Chiso]

Most Everyone’s “Orinthia” is about a college student, who is an anxiety patient, receiving superpowers, learning to fight fears, and cope with friends, family, and pets.

[Anu Anand]

I can definitely relate to the anxiety and overthinking part, it’s tough when your mind won’t stop racing. Thanks for such a well-written review. I appreciate how clearly you shared your thoughts, even on the parts you didn’t like.

[Arshadq]

Anxiety is something most people experience! And I totally relate, stepping out of your comfort zone into a new world can be challenging. You described the book really well, also pointing out the bad points. I also agree that a person should'nt devalue themselves in any case. Amazing review!

[Lene Lena]

Your introduction to this review got me hooked, especially regarding overthinking. Your reflection captures the essence of social anxiety and the overwhelming feelings that accompany it. Many people experience similar emotions when interacting with someone they admire, leading to self-doubt and fear of judgment. Orinthia seems to embody these struggles, resonating with those who feel trapped in their thoughts. Well-done for this wonderful review!

[Bettny Andrade]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Orinthia" by Most Everyone.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Do you ever think too much? Like constantly recalling the most embarrassing thing you could say to someone you like. Do you still feel embarrassed, annoyed, anxious, and scared all at the same time? Or maybe you don’t feel anything at all; it’s all just a blur, and you’re shutting down, trying to stay calm and ignore it all. Maybe you’re not sure if they’ll ever talk to you again, or if they do, it’s forced. If so, then you already know who Orinthia is.

‘Orinthia’ by Most Everyone is about an anxiety-ridden woman named Orinthia (not much of a surprise there) who gets superpowers. She has to overcome her fears, heartache, and growing internal desires to figure out this new world she’s thrown into.

Told in the first person, we get a glimpse of her college life as she struggles to make and keep her friends and land a boyfriend or two. We see her regular check-ups with Jennifer, her psychologist, and her sweet interactions with her loving mum and her animal relationships with all of her pets. It was hard not to root for her when she was stepping out of her comfort zone and trying new things. I also wished she could read the minds of her pets too. It would have been so cool!

I enjoyed the writing style of the author, which flowed with its unique explosive voice. It was so expressive, and I felt connected to the humor and the storytelling. I didn’t feel discontented reading through her thoughts and understanding the different viewpoints that shifted between her, Coy, and Jennifer. The lack of errors and good editing also made it easier to focus while I was reading. I was overjoyed.

I loved the imagery towards the end with Epic and her superpower. And I laughed hard when Orinthia was introduced to the guy who made everything invisible. (Wink!) I responded with a big duh! I definitely would call him that too.

Her relationship with Coy was also enjoyable. It didn’t feel forced, and she didn’t jump too fast into it. They both moved at the same pace and gave each other space. Even Coy, who was overcoming his grief, had some time to progress. Though it wasn’t expressed as much because we mostly saw Orinthia’s viewpoint, it was certainly felt. And the ending was by far my favorite. It introduced a rather dystopian theme, which was not as scary as you would assume. Or cultish, for that matter. It felt like everyone contributed or had some role to play. I liked how organized everything was, and Orinthia and Coy did not just get out of a bad situation. They had to work for it.

I was disappointed in two things in this book. The first is that Orinthia and her friends used derogative terms to refer to each other at times. It’s my subjective view that this is devaluing to another human being regardless if this is social culture. The second thing is a statement Orinthia made about herself and other people, ‘We were cursed with having the wrong genes at the right time, the perfect recipe for a mental disorder’. I don’t agree with this negative view. A person should never look at themselves and say they are cursed or devalue themselves or others by putting them into a category because they are similar or go through the same circumstances. I don’t like the message Orinthia carried. 

She was strong and decided to stand up to her problems and work out her weaknesses, but she used her power as a crutch to avoid a lot of her internal issues. She drew her opinions (both good and bad) about herself from others and not herself. She didn’t grow in the one area in which she was struggling the most. 

And for that last point, I subtracted a star and gave this book four out of five stars. I would also point out that I would not recommend this book because of the two things I did not like. Of course, it’s my thoughts, and people can still enjoy the book regardless. I would say people who find it interesting and want closure on mental and emotional issues and those who seek to understand people who suffer through such should read this book. I know you would enjoy it as I did.

This book should not be picked up by children and should be read by people who are not triggered by the subject of mental illness.

******
Orinthia
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

I like what you tell us about this book. I think it would be an interesting read for me. Wow, it would be incredible to develop incredible powers from one moment to the next. This fiction book is definitely now on my list of upcoming books to read.

[Amy Luman]

I wish that people would not refer to themselves using derogatory terms. It can’t be good for anyone’s self-esteem, especially those with existing issues. Thanks!