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118 reviews
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
challenging
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy, Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Blood, Grief, and Death
Minor: Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Car accident, Child abuse, and Domestic abuse
A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin
adventurous
emotional
reflective
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
After School Lessons for Unripe Apples by Soonkki
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So far I've read 115 chapters and there's been some great moments!
Blood Debts by Terry J. Benton-Walker
dark
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
I picked this up because I'm a twin and was curious about the twin representation, plus was excited for the opportunity to read a magic mystery book that had LGBTQIA+ and POC representation, but unfortunately I couldn't enjoy the book. I really could not understand the pendulum swinging of the FMC's feelings and morals. I wasn't really surprised by anything in the book, other than its awkward use of slang... There's a sentence that reads "why is their beef so visceral". The writing style isn't for me, but I understand everyone has different preferences... The end of the book felt very flat and summary-esque to me, instead of an exciting culmination. I really wish I had enjoyed this more.
Beasts Made of Night by Tochi Onyebuchi
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
3.0
Reminded me of the Legacy of Orisha series (Children of Blood and Bone)