kmrose's reviews
836 reviews

Fashioned by Sargent by Erica E. Hirshler

informative medium-paced

3.5

I got to see this show at the MFA and it was so awesome. This is an interesting book that goes into more detail about Sargent’s methods and the fashion behind his paintings. 

Nikhil Out Loud by Maulik Pancholy

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective 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

4.5

I loved this book so much! It was so lovely and touched on so many emotions. It made me cry as an adult who had a not great relationship with my father. I’m sure it speaks volumes for all the kids trying to find representation for themselves as well. 

Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives by Emily Amick, Sami Sage

funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

Such a great book that explains how the government works and how we can have a part in shaping it. It is full of prompts to help you think about what is important to you and what you won’t feel overwhelmed doing yourself. A great book for this tumultuous time!

In Conclusion, Don't Worry About It by Lauren Graham

inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

4.0

Casket Case by Lauren Evans

dark emotional lighthearted medium-paced

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

2.5

I was able to read an ARC of this. I wanted to like it, but unfortunately I really didn’t. It had a quirky premise and I liked how things were explained, but so much of it felt forced. The conflict came too soon and the resolution took too long. I wish I had liked it more.

Friday Black by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah

challenging dark mysterious medium-paced

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

3.0

Chasing Beauty: The Life of Isabella Stewart Gardner by Natalie Dykstra

adventurous challenging emotional informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

4.0

The Isabella Stuart Gardner museum is my absolute favorite. I’ve been there many times and every time it amazes me. To read about her life was so fun. She was of course a woman of her time, and a very privileged one at that, but I so envy her boldness. To just know what you want and go after it. Very inspiring!

South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a Nation by Imani Perry

challenging dark emotional hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

3.5

Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find—and Keep—Love by Amir Levine

informative medium-paced

3.0

Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny inspiring reflective sad tense medium-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? Yes

5.0

I loved this book. It was so good! I loved that the perspectives change subtly. I loved that it follows the characters through several stages of their lives, but doesn’t feel jarring when the time jumps. I loved how much they all loved each other. Truly beautiful.

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Domestic abuse, Gun violence, Death of parent