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513 reviews

Runescribe by Megan Derr

3.0

The Marble Queen by Anna Kopp

3.0

Fangirl, Vol. 3: The Manga by Gabi Nam, Rainbow Rowell

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Guardian: Zhen Hun (Novel) Vol. 1 by priest

adventurous funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

Monstress #53 by Marjorie Liu

adventurous dark slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

The Guncle Abroad by Steven Rowley

emotional funny medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Behind the Curtain by Sara del Giudice

challenging emotional sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.75

The Inimitable Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse

4.0

Network Effect by Martha Wells

adventurous funny mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.25

Ace by Angela Chen

informative reflective

4.0

A well-rounded and informative analysis of what it means to be asexual as well as how one's experience can be undermined by compulsory sexuality, ethnic and gender stereotypes, disability, and sexual incompatibility. The book also explores a variety of topics including but not limited to consent, (a)romantic relationships, and how we are socially conditioned to link sexuality and gender identity.

The author also draws from experience (her own and others') to illustrate the challenges that may face those who identify as asexual: inadequate definitions, lack of proper representation in media, how identifying as ace might clash with other components of one's identity, and the tragic phenomenon of gatekeeping within the community.

All in all, a timely and wonderful read aimed at both allosexuals and aces to aid their understanding of asexuality as well as prompt them to reflect more deeply on sex, consent, and relationships.