8-21-25 — Guest Review with Donna Latham
- Christina Pfeiffer
- Aug 21, 2025
- 1 min read
Popsicle
By: Christa Wojciechowski
What can I say, this book is addictive. Which is ironic because the main theme of the story is addiction. Addiction to drugs and addiction to social media. The parallels are scary.
The main character, Andre, is just one of those characters you can't trust, an unreliable narrator of the highest order, but he's somehow endearing and is just trying to survive.
I like how this book is kind of a warning to not get lost in social media land and how it can take over our lives.
My favorite quote from the book is "Society'll be reduced to thinking in follows and hearts and poop emojis?"
Aren't we already half way there?
Find it here: https://a.co/d/dAdK1W4
I really enjoyed the depth of this review—it captures how dark and emotionally intense storytelling can leave a lasting impression. Stories like this often push us to confront uncomfortable truths and reflect on human vulnerability. I think that kind of reflection is valuable, especially when considering real-life struggles people face every day. Themes of hardship and resilience in literature can mirror challenges like fentanyl dependency, where emotional pain and recovery journeys are deeply complex. Engaging with powerful narratives like this can build empathy and awareness, which feels like an important step toward understanding and supporting those going through difficult times.