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64 reviews
On the Come Up by Angie Thomas
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder
adventurous
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Spy x Family, Vol. 2 by Tatsuya Endo
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Very funny and well made.
Mindfulness and the Big Questions: Philosophy for Now by Ben Irvine
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Win Lose Kill Die by Cynthia Murphy
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Writing was cringey at points but the plot twist fully got me and bumped it up to a five star read.
Content Warnings
Minor: Gore, Medical trauma, and Injury/Injury detail
Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I had never encountered this writer before but she’s AMAZING. Such a unique plot and concept it’s so intriguing and well done. A short but sweet read.
No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-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? Yes
5.0
Sad but very intriguing and somehow entertaining writing. The world building was great, a great read if you’re interested in the human psyche, you really get into his mindset.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol
Minor: Death, Rape, Sexual assault, and Grief
Conversations with Friends by Sally Rooney
challenging
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5