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242 reviews
Catherine House by Elisabeth Thomas
4.0
reminded me of donna tart's secret history; kind of ominous secluded elite education aesthetic but with a more sci fi twist. definitely an interesting concept although I kind of wish that the end was a bit more dramatic? but it definitely left me with lots of thoughts and feelings.
The Racial Contract by Charles W. Mills
4.75
yes very academic and intellectual but more accessible than most, super well laid out, and just spitting FACTS. such a cohesive collection of racial ideas and events in this theory. Definitely provides a more overarching theory of race (the racial contract) but doesn't sacrifice the possibility to add nuance and further the discussion, simply providing a basis for fundamental constructions of whit/non-white relations. I highly reccomendddd.
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
3.75
kind of cheesy and unrealistic but cute and well thought out! definitely a tiktok book if there ever was one.
Untamed by Glennon Doyle
4.5
I really loved this book! It's so representative of all the imperfections, the journey, the difficulties of knowing oneself and manifesting that knowledge into a life that is fully yours. The structure of the book is really wonderful, Glennon's writing voice is so tangible and feeling. I think I'll probably keep coming back and rereading it, just as a reminder.
The Every by Dave Eggers
4.25
This series of books is so ominous and creepy I find myself thinking about them for weeks after I've finished. I thought this was a really well done expansion on the circle and took ideas further in a way that was logical yet frightening. I also have such a difficult time grasping the nature of Egger's characters in these books, likely because their nature is being so consumed by tech and their surroundings. So don't look for a whole lot of in depth character development here, I think mainly this book is a stunning warning of how far anything could go, especially within technology. also #panopticon.
Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi
4.0
really enjoyed this book, slow-paced, with lots of different values and stories weaving in and out to center on Gifty's mind and life. super well written and a very gentle and beautiful way to read and empathize with someone else's pain
More Myself: A Journey by Alicia Keys
4.25
Really beautifully written and calming! Highly recommend the audiobook, it includes some singing and Alicia reads it herself! Did not just feel like I was hearing her story, it made me realize things about myself as well.
The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah-Jones
5.0
I really loved the way this collection of essays, poetry, and photographs encompassed history in much of its complexity. I learned so much reading this, and recommend it to anyone interested (and not). Much of this information is essential for a true understanding of America and Black American history. I think having this basic knowledge helps to expand and introduce ideas beyond the basics; history is essential in order to understand more moving forward!