The title speaks to the theme of the entire novel. This book takes on the friendship of two siblings and one’s journey in true love.…
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Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds
This unique take on a classic novel utilizes poetry to portray what feels like endless thoughts of a young boy about to commit a terrible…
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How Moon Fuentez Fell in Love with the Universe by Raquel Vasquez Gilliland
Before the book was published, I overheard several people discussing it, thus I find it amazing that it hasn’t been more well known. I was…
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Six Crimson Cranes by Elizabeth Lim
I was certain that this narrative would wow me with its flawless world-building and rich mythology, easy-going writing style that masterfully conveys interesting legends, and…
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A Very Large Expanse of Sea by Tahereh Mafi
TW: Islamophobia, xenophobia Beginning this book made me uneasy since it spends a lot of time setting up the plot and telling rather than showing.…
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Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak
I should start by saying that reading this book is challenging. It is a family history told in the form of a patchwork quilt, bouncing…
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Unclaimed Baggage by Jen Doll
TW: sexual assault, racism, alcoholism Three main protagonists, Doris, Nell, and Grant, are followed in Unclaimed Baggage as they work summer jobs at the shop…
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Anger is a Gift by Mark Oshiro
TW: racism, assault, violence, police brutality, murder/death Anger is a Gift is a very challenging book for a variety of reasons. Please be advised that…
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Monday’s Not Coming by Tiffany D. Jackson
TW: child abuse/neglect, miscarriage, homophobia The novel Monday’s Not Coming is complex. The novel focuses on the mysterious disappearances of black children and the faulty…
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All the Lives We Never Lived by Anuradha Roy
I adored this book so much. It was a really interesting, stirring, and captivating read. It centers on a man’s connection with his mother, who…
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