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Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

challenging hopeful informative inspiring slow-paced

5.0

I've always been a believer, but something about C.S. Lewis's ability to define and discuss Christianity through such logical yet simple examples and reasoning has strengthened my belief.

Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates

challenging informative reflective slow-paced

4.5

somewhere in the world beyond, James Baldwin is screaming with joy because Ta-Nehisi Coates is here and as angry and poignant as ever.

The White Card: A Play by Claudia Rankine

challenging reflective tense fast-paced

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

3.75

this had some of the most riveting dialogue I've ever encountered, but some of it felt very heavy handed at times. nonetheless, a thought provoking piece I am very eager to continue engaging with.

Wonder by R.J. Palacio

emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

it's hard to convey such complex and visceral emotions in writing, let alone in a middle grade novel, but Palacio does it with such ease.

The Holy Invitation: Understanding Your Sacred Temple Endowment by Anthony Sweat

a beautiful yet simple insight into one of the most important traditions of my faith <3

Back to Twelve by igsygrace

I was not expecting a political thriller about nuclear warfare, but I'm not mad about it.

Big Fish by Daniel Wallace

adventurous funny reflective fast-paced

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

5.0

Daniel Wallace deserves an MVP award and a massive snog for writing about the intersection of parent-child relationships and mythmaking. 

The Spectacular Now by Tim Tharp

emotional funny reflective fast-paced

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

4.0

I have faith in none of these adults because of their their issues, yet so much belief in all of these teenagers despite their issues. 

All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson

hopeful reflective fast-paced

3.5

the YA version of "Moonlight" (2016) that isn't as good as "Moonlight."

Twilight by Stephenie Meyer

adventurous mysterious fast-paced

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

3.0

is this awful writing? yes.

did I have an absolutely great time? also yes.

does Edward low-key have rizz and great comedic timing? unfortunately yes.

(but really the amount of growls and sighs had me ready to pass away. did Stephanie not have access to any other verbs to describe dialogue???)