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…
View More How Moon Fuentez Fell in Love with the Universe by Raquel Vasquez GillilandBridge 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…
View More Bridge of Clay by Markus ZusakUnclaimed 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…
View More Unclaimed Baggage by Jen DollMonday’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…
View More Monday’s Not Coming by Tiffany D. JacksonDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
The long-anticipated sequel to the Dr. Strange movie has finally been released and was the first Marvel movie that required the viewer to have done…
View More Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessChildren of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
Fantastic writing was used. Despite being a big book, the pacing was excellent, and I felt like I was reading it much more quickly than…
View More Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi AdeyemiThe Belles by Dhonielle Clayton
One of The Belles‘ strongest aspects is its writing style. The writing is opulent, seductive, and decadent. It was a touch too flowery at times,…
View More The Belles by Dhonielle ClaytonA Land of Permanent Goodbyes by Atia Abawi
What a remarkable book. Although not very violent at its core, this book shows a strong interest in addressing the consequences of and responses to…
View More A Land of Permanent Goodbyes by Atia AbawiYou’d Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow
“How glorious it is to drown” Emory sees her brother Joey, being pushed farther and farther by the waves into the deep part, he is…
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