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14 reviews

Hijab Butch Blues by Lamya H

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emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

This is a beautifully written memoir. The way Lamya reflects on their life through parts of the Quran is nothing short of poetic. Her relationships with God and faith are so heartwarming to see as someone who grew up in religion and paid witness to the toxicity that it can elicit. 
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Territory of Light by Yūko Tsushima

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emotional reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata

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reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

this book was such an interesting read. i found myself relating so heavily to the mc, her relationship with her peers and greater society are fascinating. 
Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I love the main characters with my whole heart and the protagonist’s relationships (familial, platonic, romantic, etc) are very real and relatable. The dialogue is well-written, which tends to be a weak point for books like this, and all of the interactions between characters feel very human.