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Slavery in the City: Architecture and Landscapes of Urban Slavery in North America by

informative medium-paced

4.75

More narrative than being very data/facts & figures heavy. I really liked the layout, though I think chapter arrangement could have been a bit different. There are other homes in Annapolis/Maryland that could’ve been discussed. It also would have been great to have another “upper south” or northern location be discussed.

The Man Who Sold America: Trump and the Unraveling of the American Story by

informative reflective medium-paced

3.75

Three-Fifths by John Vercher

challenging mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.75

Spirit Run: A 6,000-Mile Marathon Through North America's Stolen Land by Noé Álvarez

inspiring reflective fast-paced

3.0

How to Re-Spark and Keep Chemistry in Your Relationship Forever: Make It Last by Leil Lowndes

2.75

Emotional Freedom: Liberate Yourself From Negative Emotions and Transform Your Life by Judith Orloff

4.0

The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw

4.0

Brazen: My Unorthodox Journey from Long Sleeves to Lingerie by Julia Haart

emotional lighthearted reflective tense medium-paced

3.75

Tears We Cannot Stop: A Sermon to White America by Michael Eric Dyson

4.0

Trust the Plan: The Rise of QAnon and the Conspiracy That Unhinged America by William Sommer

3.75