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The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo
5.0
Every now and then, I come across a book that brings me to tears. I must say that I've been wanting to read this collection of poetry for so long. Something told me that it would become a forever favorite, and it did.
The imagery that Elizabeth Acevedo gives us through The Poet X, made me feel like I was watching every scene from up close and personal. She brought me deep into the heart, the world, and the mindset of X.
And when the mother burned the journal, I lost it. Tears everywhere because I know how it feels to have your mother destroy your work because she doesn't understand. Doesn't want to understand, and doesn't approve.
It made me remember some of my own journey; and I think that if a poet can recall memories, feelings, and breakthrough moments of their readers, then it definitely deserves 5 stars.
The imagery that Elizabeth Acevedo gives us through The Poet X, made me feel like I was watching every scene from up close and personal. She brought me deep into the heart, the world, and the mindset of X.
And when the mother burned the journal, I lost it. Tears everywhere because I know how it feels to have your mother destroy your work because she doesn't understand. Doesn't want to understand, and doesn't approve.
It made me remember some of my own journey; and I think that if a poet can recall memories, feelings, and breakthrough moments of their readers, then it definitely deserves 5 stars.
The Third Twin by C.J. Omololu
3.0
I was suspecting a suspenseful book. I saw majority of the "plot twists" coming. That may be because I think outside the "box" anyways, but there was no surprises.
However; it was still a great read.
However; it was still a great read.
Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi
5.0
First off, I can't imagine what those of you whom read the book before there was ever talk of a fourth book must have gone through. I enjoyed this last book and the series as a whole so much. The growth of each character was something I never expected. It's rare that every main/almost main character grows throughout a book, let alone a series.
I can say that I loved how the series has ended thus far. I'm not sure if this book is my favorite or not, but it definitely makes my top 2 in the series. The plot was so eventful, and there was something happening at every turn, keeping me on the edge of my seat.
Warner's growth shocked me, and throughout the series I slowly understood why his decisions were made throughout the series. Also, Juliette grew into her own, and I loved her after the first book. She lost that little girl attitude and put on her big girl panties, so to speak. As for Adam, I knew he wasn't what he was cracked up to me in the first book. Kenji will always be my favorite character, because he's a balance of serious and fun.
I can say that I loved how the series has ended thus far. I'm not sure if this book is my favorite or not, but it definitely makes my top 2 in the series. The plot was so eventful, and there was something happening at every turn, keeping me on the edge of my seat.
Warner's growth shocked me, and throughout the series I slowly understood why his decisions were made throughout the series. Also, Juliette grew into her own, and I loved her after the first book. She lost that little girl attitude and put on her big girl panties, so to speak. As for Adam, I knew he wasn't what he was cracked up to me in the first book. Kenji will always be my favorite character, because he's a balance of serious and fun.
Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls by Lauren Graham
5.0
I'm not sure I even need to write a review. It's Lauren Graham!
But to listen to her tell her story was the best part of this memoir. If you read it, please listen to the audiobook.
Graham makes you feel like you are sitting in a chair beside her as she fills you in on her journey toward and after Gilmore Girls. Her ability to talk to you through her writing, in her own voice, is what captures readers.
No sugar coating. No extra punctuation or politically correct English; just Lauren Graham.
Now, I'm looking forward to reading her first novel, and anything else she puts out.
But to listen to her tell her story was the best part of this memoir. If you read it, please listen to the audiobook.
Graham makes you feel like you are sitting in a chair beside her as she fills you in on her journey toward and after Gilmore Girls. Her ability to talk to you through her writing, in her own voice, is what captures readers.
No sugar coating. No extra punctuation or politically correct English; just Lauren Graham.
Now, I'm looking forward to reading her first novel, and anything else she puts out.
Adultolescence by Gabbie Hanna
4.0
Gabbie has written the perfect balance of deeply lyrical poems, and wittily comical poems. She’s blunt about all of the “metaphorically-lacking” poems that most people refer to as modern poetry. Being a straightforward person and poet, I often why those kinds of poems too. I enjoyed her poetry. I laughed and teared up throughout the book.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling
5.0
I mean, it’s Harry Potter. Do you really need a review to decide to read it?
We Should All Be Feminists by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
5.0
Chimamanda’s words in this beautifully accurate essay describes my feelings on a daily basis. She has greatly called attention to a major problem in society. It’s not as if we didn’t know it existed, but rather we pretend that society has made this great progress when we really haven’t. A great read filled with wisdom that everyone needs to consume.