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416 reviews

The Very Short History of the Israel - Palestine Conflict by Ilan Pappé

challenging informative fast-paced

5.0

An essential, considered and well-evidenced present-day primer for anyone still unclear about the impact of ongoing settler colonialism in the region.

Think of England by KJ Charles

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adventurous emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

The second queer historical romance in KJ Charles’ England World house party mystery series.

Meshi: A Personal History of Japanese Food by Katherine Tamiko Arguile

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informative reflective medium-paced

4.5

A memoir of ritual, memory and meaning from a life lived between Japan, England and Australia. Delicious.

Radha and Jai's Recipe for Romance by Nisha Sharma

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emotional funny reflective medium-paced

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

4.0

Another sweet, young MF romance by Nisha Sharma about family expectations, sacrifice, dancing and finding your joy.

All Systems Red by Martha Wells

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adventurous funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

The first book in The Murderbot Diaries, fun and fast-paced sci-fi by Martha Wells about a self-aware cyborg servant in a reluctant flight against capitalism in space.

White Tears/Brown Scars by Ruby Hamad

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challenging hopeful informative inspiring reflective slow-paced

5.0

A powerful exposé of how white feminism is used as a weapon of white supremacy and patriarchy that should be required reading for all feminists and white allies.

Priceless by Devyn Sinclair

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hopeful fast-paced