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140 reviews

Outrageous Acts and Everyday Rebellions by Gloria Steinem

informative slow-paced

3.75

Interesting compilation of Steinem essays; some eloquent and difficult points

The Power by Naomi Alderman

challenging medium-paced

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

3.0

Interesting concept but didn't land as well for me

The Other Valley by Scott Alexander Howard

reflective medium-paced

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

4.0

Thought provoking book navigating time and the affects of decisions; beautifully written; left wanting from the ending though

First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston

mysterious fast-paced

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

5.0

Loved it; fun read, twisty and satisfying; characters aren't super developed but that usually works for me with thrillers

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

mysterious fast-paced

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

4.5

Well written thriller, didn't love portrayal of therapists but overall good read

Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott

inspiring medium-paced

5.0

A new favorite on writing and creativity 

Thick: And Other Essays by Tressie McMillan Cottom

reflective medium-paced

5.0

Lots of thought provoking points, appreciate her style of writing and the importance of this work 

Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner

emotional medium-paced

5.0

Well written poignant piece that delves into the multiplicity of mother/daughter tension and love, especially as a biracial person.  threads in many food references

Ready Player One by Ernest Cline

adventurous medium-paced

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

4.0

Enjoyed the concept and characters a great deal. The ode to 80s culture didn't strike me personally and sometimes went a bit long But overall I enjoyed the adventure of it all.

The Circle by Dave Eggers

dark reflective fast-paced

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

4.5

Very thought provoking, dark in the ways I related to it; characters and plot fall flat but overall the philosophical implications are fascinating