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An American Sunrise: Poems by Joy Harjo

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emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.5

Trial of the Sun Queen by Nisha J. Tuli

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adventurous dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

Outspoken: My Fight for Freedom and Human Rights in Afghanistan by Sima Samar

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An incredibly informative and genuinely surreal and visceral memoir. I listened to the audiobook and hearing how Samar describe all the gains she had made and helped further women's and human rights. As someone who's only exposure to Afghanistan was through Western media, this is a necessary read. A heartbreaking read but it just renewed my belief and affirmation that further human rights in "developing" countries must be leaded by those from those countries.
Alliance with His Stolen Heiress by Lydia San Andres

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adventurous emotional lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.75

A delicious new story set in the same world as Compromised into a Scandalous Marriage. Julian and Amalia were so fiery and their attraction was intense. I do wish Julian had groveled just a bit more but I understand the circumstances were a little pressing. Cannot wait for Lucia’s story. These books are only getting better and better!
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Island Witch by Amanda Jayatissa

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dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated

4.0

A brutal historical horror that left me with the hairs on the back of my neck sticking up.

I always support women's wrongs but I especially do when they're against colonizers and colonial constructs!
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Puerto Rico: A National History by Jorell Meléndez-Badillo

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informative

5.0

A well narrated abridged history of the island colony of Puerto Rico. Melendez-Badillo did not shy away from scathing facts surrounding the ongoing occupation of the island but as well as the government's corruption and mismanagement. While at the same time reminding readers of the resilience and unwavering love the people of Puerto Rico have for their island regardless of what these foreign governments have to say. A fantastic primer for those wanting to learn more about this island I, and millions of others, call home.
Only and Forever by Chloe Liese

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emotional funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes

5.0

What a finale *insert sobbing here*. The banter, the teasing of more, their heartfelt journeys. Viggo and Talulah are perfect for each other, both such givers, a little too much of looking in the mirror. Gah probably top 3 of my Bergman couples.

A beautiful ending to an incredible series. The Bergman's have forever implanted on my heart and I'm so glad to have gotten to know them.
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Never Met a Duke Like You by Amalie Howard

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adventurous emotional funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.25

Always Be My Duchess was the first book by Amalie that I had read and I was so excited to get an advanced copy of Never Met a Duke Like You and continue with this series! I've said it before and I will keep saying it but I trust Amalie to write a fun, diverse, and well-researched romp every single time. From the delectable tension that Aspen and Vesper had to the always loved friendships I flew through this. Many authors will provide beginning of banter but the follow through just doesn't cut like it should, and when this two were trading barbs I felt like I was watching a tennis match, edge of my seat, who would get the last word. 

I especially appreciated how much effort and care Amalie put into exposing the abhorrent treatment of the mentally ill as well as the different ways that these laws were wielded without oversight. I wish we had gotten a little more follow up with the Dowager Duchess as well as how things played out in parliament. But not enough historical romance will explore this side of history, especially if we look at the institutionalization rates amongst minorities and marginalized peoples of this time. I cannot read ignorant historical romance and Amalie will not disappoint in this regard. 

I cannot wait for Briar and Lushing's book!

Thank you Netgalley and Forever for my eArc!
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Ruined by Sarah Vaughn

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emotional hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

A delightful (and kinda hot) graphic novel about falling in love with your spouse 🫶🏼
Bingo Love by Tee Franklin

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adventurous emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

Crying in the club right now (the club is the circulation desk). An emotional and hopeful second chance loves story between two women separated by half a century.