Ever had a possession so dear to you that you’d risk a family feud to protect it? Meet our Book Guardian, a 20-year-old bibliophile who found himself in the eye of a familial storm when he refused to lend his favorite book to his 12-year-old cousin, Chris. His refusal wasn’t born out of selfishness, but a deep emotional connection to this particular book. What happened next? Let’s dive into his tale. ️
A Bibliophile’s Paradise
Enter the Cousin, Stage Right
The Book in Question
Not Just Any Book ❤️
A Lifeline in the Pages
The Refusal ♂️
The Family’s Plea
The Aftermath ️
The Book Guardian’s Dilemma
A Clarification
No Library, No Problem
A Book, A Boy, and a Family Battle: The Verdict ️
Our Book Guardian found himself in a family feud over his refusal to lend his cherished copy of ‘Ready Player One’ to his cousin. This wasn’t just any book—it was a lifeline, a beacon of hope during his battle with depression. Despite the family’s insistence and accusations of rudeness, he stood his ground. He acknowledged the possibility of being seen as an a**hole, but for him, the emotional significance of the book was non-negotiable. The internet has been buzzing with opinions on this intriguing tale. Let’s delve into some of the most thought-provoking responses…
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“NTA
It’s not just a book, it’s a sentimental object that helped you through a tough time. You don’t gotta give them s**t, because you don’t owe them s**t. They probably still owe you some books.”
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NTA: Protecting personal meaning, even if parents would lend it.
NTA: Keep your favorite book to yourself!
NTA: It’s a special copy, not just any everyday copy.
Defending personal property: NTA, sentimental book, disrespectful cousin
NTA: Your book, your choice. Libraries are for sharing.
NTA. Stand your ground, it’s your book.
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NTA: Book lending drama sparks heated debate.
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Setting boundaries: NTA refuses to lend precious book.
NTA. Protect your precious memories, don’t lend the book!
NTA: Protect what’s precious to you from potential ruin or loss!
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Protect your property! NTA, it’s yours
Setting boundaries: NTA, your decision should be respected
NTA. Some things are keepsakes and precious.
Polite refusal sparks debate: NTA or entitled cousin?
Your books, your rules! NTA!
NTA: Book borrower’s bad track record justifies refusal.
Sentimental book holds memories; others don’t understand its value.
NTA. Your book, your rules. No is a complete sentence!
Heartbroken over lost sentimental value in borrowed book.
Protect your books and memories! Keep them to yourself
NTA. Protect your favorite book like it’s your own child!
NTA: Protecting a cherished book from potential damage.
NTA, it’s your sentimental book, you don’t owe them anything
NTA: Keeping your favorite book to yourself? Totally justified!
NTA. Your stuff, your rules.
NTA. Sentimental value matters. Don’t lend precious gifts to anyone.
Protecting a cherished memento: NTA! ❤️
Respecting personal property: NTA for not lending your favorite book!
NTA. Book has sentimental value. Don’t lend to disrespectful cousin.
Nta: It’s not just a book, it’s a memento.
NTA. Cheap copies available on thrift books. No lending necessary.
Sentimental book owner refuses to lend due to past damage.
Protecting my beloved books like a mama bear!
Family feud over a book: NTA, they can buy their own!
NTA: Not a library! Find one!
Protect your favorite book from potential loss! NTA!
