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Dear Committee Members by Julie Schumacher
5.0
emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

As someone who has worked in academia for their entire (albeit short) professional career, this book matches the tone to a tee. The writing style is unmatched, and I felt several times as if I was reading the writings of my colleagues. The story itself is tragic and moving, the format is ingenious. This book has made me laugh, cry, cheer, and wince, all in a brief 180 pages.