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The Geography of Nowhere: The Rise and Decline of America's Man-Made Landscape by James Howard Kunstler

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informative sad medium-paced

4.0

A crucial boon for understanding the history of the built environment in the United Stares.

Shoot the Moon by Isa Arsén

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adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is a gorgeous story full of heart, wit, and the search for belong both in the cosmos & in a community. I loved Annie Fisk and all the people who touched her life along the way.

Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto by Kōhei Saitō

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hopeful informative inspiring slow-paced

5.0

Wilder Girls by Rory Power

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2.0

Pirate Enlightenment, or the Real Libertalia by David Graeber

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4.0

Selling the Dream: The Billion-Dollar Industry Bankrupting Americans by Jane Marie

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dark informative medium-paced

4.0

A comprehensive and heartbreaking review of just how manipulative, pervasive, and horrible MLMs are. I loved that Jane Marie really emphasized that all humans are susceptible to these kinds of "businesses" because of how our brains are wired and the horrendous economic conditions of our time. She maintained compassion for those who join MLMs throughout the book while holding those who found them accountable.

The Salt Grows Heavy by Cassandra Khaw

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dark emotional sad tense slow-paced