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Tinaca Jones

This story is a hilarious romp that had me laughing out loud from the very first page, instantly lifting my spirits. The writing is unabashedly bold, filled with vibrant language that might not suit everyone’s taste but was definitely right up my alley. It transported me back to my own school days, evoking memories of the carefree banter and camaraderie we shared, especially when we were with friends. I could almost hear the echoes of our playful teasing, especially towards girls who were a bit too sure of themselves.

At the center of this tale is Tinaca Jones, a fiercely ambitious young woman who is fully immersed in her journey to carve out her identity as a social media influencer. With dreams of stepping onto the global stage and making her mark, she has her sights set on success. However, her plans take an unexpected turn when a seemingly inconspicuous blonde intrudes upon her life. This newcomer brazenly appropriates something that is intrinsically Tinaca’s—her name.

The narrative unfolds as Tinaca recounts her experiences during a deposition, digging deep into the chaos that ensues when her identity is threatened. It’s a rollercoaster ride of emotions and revelations, leading to a showdown between Tinaca and the blonde who has disrupted her life, culminating in a form of semi-justice.

This story is likely to be enjoyed by anyone comfortable with a bit of salty language and a healthy dose of humor. It’s a reflection on friendship, identity theft, and the resilience required to reclaim one’s narrative in a world filled with competing voices.

My rating: 🌠🌠🌠🌠

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A Christmas Cackle

A Christmas Cackle: F*cked-Up Festive Shorts

by Matt Shaw

This book has a parental advisory on the cover because of language but it is fairly mild in actuality. The stories themselves though could be a bit offensive to some people. There is no character development just descriptions of who the people are and what they are like. The language is rough but not totally crude like I expected it to be. These were not even shorts, more like micro stories. It was not scary or edgy or really even that interesting to me. It was however very much about the holiday and what it has become.

Our narrator is on the first floor of a families home as they sleep upstairs on Christmas Eve. He wants to be present for the arrival of Father Christmas, who he wants to see taken out for making Christmas about gifts. He wants it to go back to being about the religious day it had been before his advent.

It was a quick read.

My rating: 2 of 5 stars

My name is Jesus and I hate Christmas. I used to love it when it was all about me. It was, after all, my birthday, but then this big, fat cunt came along and stole the limelight from me by giving everyone else presents.