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Love in Winter Wonderland by Abiola Bello
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
Alexa play "All I Want for Christmas is You by Mariah Carey". What a great book to soothe my soul and leave me hopeful.
Note: there is not a content warning at the beginning of the book so please see them below
Note: there is not a content warning at the beginning of the book so please see them below
Content Warnings
Moderate: Eating disorder and Fatphobia
Minor: Death of parent
Brief but on page instance of binge eating and mentions of past eating disorder
No Rest for the Wicked by Kresley Cole
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Gore and Violence
Dubious consent
Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality by Tanya Katerí Hernández
A necessary and needed read for all non-Black Latines, especially those that say "we cannot be racist, we're Latino".
Libertad by Bessie Flores Zaldívar
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
A phenomenal story of a teen growing up and not only finding herself and understanding her queerness but coming of age in a world and country that doesn't necessarily want to see her thrive. She experiences heartbreak and hope amidst a politically tumultuous backdrop. I will admit that I did not know much about the Honduran political landscape going into this and to once again be reminded how devastating the US has been in Latin America is something I need everyone to remember and acknowledge. But Libertad was so well fleshed out and such a wonderful snapshot of finding yourself and your community when the world around you feels suffocating. Someone make this required reading. Please!
Thank you Penguin Teen and NetGalley for my advanced copies!
Thank you Penguin Teen and NetGalley for my advanced copies!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia, Violence, Police brutality, and Grief
Tale of the Heart Queen by Nisha J. Tuli
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
An absolutely stellar series finally. I feel like I was holding my breath the entire time which is my favorite indicator of a great fantasy. And speaking of fantasy, what a breath of fresh air this series was. I haven't been so invested in a story like this one in so log that I forgot the feeling of apprehension you get when waiting for all the shoes to drop.
I cannot write about this book without mentioning the romance, which was a great accompaniment to the fantasy plot. How these two were one of the most frustrating but satisfying couples I've ever encountered. The first two books was such a fun kind of slow burn but Tale of the Heart Queen brought them even closer than I thought possible.
I'm so glad this series exists for people can read diverse and inclusive romantasy where things are not an afterthought. I definitely see myself rereading this series in the future.
Thank you Forever and NetGalley for my advanced copy!
I cannot write about this book without mentioning the romance, which was a great accompaniment to the fantasy plot. How these two were one of the most frustrating but satisfying couples I've ever encountered. The first two books was such a fun kind of slow burn but Tale of the Heart Queen brought them even closer than I thought possible.
I'm so glad this series exists for people can read diverse and inclusive romantasy where things are not an afterthought. I definitely see myself rereading this series in the future.
Thank you Forever and NetGalley for my advanced copy!
Heat and Run by Adriana Herrera
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
An incredibly horny (mierda i was swearing) yet also so heartfelt sapphic poly romance.