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The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The paradox of volcanoes was that they were symbols of destruction but also life. Once the lava slows and cools, it solidifies and then breaks down over time to become soil - rich, fertile soil.
She wasn't a black hole, she decided. She was a volcano. And like a volcano she couldn't run away from herself. She'd have to stay there and tend to that wasteland.
She could plant a forest inside herself.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Suicide, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Death, Death of parent, and Mental illness
Choosing Theo by Victoria Aveline
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Hmm… the best way to describe this book? It’s like an intergalactic season of bachelorette with quite a few twists and turns. We’ve got our mysterious, brooding, distrustful “bad boy” and we’re not afraid to fall for him! Forced proximity romance with some ~spice~ 🌶️🌶️🌶️
Legitimately during one scene my mouth was agape in shock 😯 If you’re ready for a space love story, try this one on for size!
Why Are You Like This?: An ArtbyMoga Comic Collection by Meg Adams
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
5.0
Meg has hilariously expressed millennial dark humor. This book is a quick and fun read that also delves into tougher topics of mental health and accepting your body as-is. I definitely recommend adding this to your TBR (especially if you’re a dog person 🐶)
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I received an e-ARC as part of the PublishersWeekly Grab-A-Galley event. This title will publish with on March 7, 2023! Pre-order your copy here: https://tinyurl.com/megadams23
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I received an e-ARC as part of the PublishersWeekly Grab-A-Galley event. This title will publish with on March 7, 2023! Pre-order your copy here: https://tinyurl.com/megadams23
SIDE EFFECTS by Ted Anderson
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This graphic novel takes a deep and personal dive into mental health, anxiety, personality disorders, how those things can be compounded by the stress of big transitions (like going of to college) and how it’s important to work to manage those elements of life through things like therapy and medication.
I really appreciated how vulnerable the main character was with those in their life, even when it was really difficult. I also loved how the author and illustrator played on the idea of side effects of medications being super powers. It was a unique take on talking about mental health that I haven’t seen before.
A very intriguing and authentic read, with diverse characters (queer, BIPOC, body diversity) and I highly recommend.
I really appreciated how vulnerable the main character was with those in their life, even when it was really difficult. I also loved how the author and illustrator played on the idea of side effects of medications being super powers. It was a unique take on talking about mental health that I haven’t seen before.
A very intriguing and authentic read, with diverse characters (queer, BIPOC, body diversity) and I highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment
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