I want to read a sad book, want to cry.

I am a 40 year old man who hasn’t cried in a long time (except in dreams).

I feel like I’ve become desensitised to my emotions after spending so much time on social media. I want to feel things again. I’m afraid about my ageing parents, afraid that any day could be the last time I get to spend with them. I’m very happy with my toddlers, but at the same time, I feel sad knowing that this innocent phase will eventually come to an end.

All these feelings are bubbling inside me, and I want to find a release through a book that can make me cry. I prefer books that leave a bittersweet feeling. Movies and TV shows are not giving that extra push and every one of those feels bland.

Mostly I will be buying an audio book and will listen while commuting.