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Good Girls Don't by Mara Wilson

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emotional sad

2.5

It's clear that Wilson made conscious decisions about what to share and what to keep private. While I understand and respect this, I was left with a lingering sense of curiosity and a desire to know more about the nuances of her experiences.
Big Swiss by Jen Beagin

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Did not finish book.
ugh!
Terrace Story by Hilary Leichter

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

4.25

The story was so amazing, I wished it wouldn't end. It's definitely going on my re-read list!
My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell

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challenging dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

4.5

Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

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adventurous reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

Tom Lake wasn't a quick read, but it was the kind that seeps into your soul. With each page, I fell deeper into Lara's family, longing to feel the sun on my skin and dirt under my fingernails as I joined them in the orchard! 
The novel was a cherry flavor gentle unfolding of stories, that helped me savor each character and connection.