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I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb
3.25
3-3.5 stars. Interesting read…very flawed main character…but that is part of the story and he does experience some growth. Almost gave up around 300 pages in because of something he did. I had to put the book down for a day, but then decided to finish it anyways while just acknowledging that he’s done shitty things. Honestly I wish the book was from the point of view of the other twin (who is the more likeable one imo). Possibly questionable depictions of mental health. I wasn’t a fan of how heavy the end of the book was with whole chapters from his grandfathers memoir. I don’t know if I’m going to go around recommending this book, but I did enjoy reading it (for the most part). Longest book I’ve ever read and I only felt like giving up once, so that says something!
Denison Avenue by Christina Wong
2.5
This book really just wasn’t my style. I had a hard time getting into it and it took me forever to read. I can see why people would like this book, but I just didn’t like how the author wrote it. Overly descriptive and hard to follow along and stay in the story. I thought I was gonna love this book and I’m sad to give it such a not great review!
Memphis by Tara M. Stringfellow
4.0
Really great book. Make sure to read the letter from the author at the end too. Makes the book all the more powerful and heartfelt.