A review by justjacq
The Librarian of Burned Books by Brianna Labuskes

inspiring reflective medium-paced

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

4.25

The topic of this book was just so timely and felt too close to current day. I've read a lot of WWII fiction, but I think this might have been the first that bounced through Hitler's slow rise to power. But he wasn't at the heart of the story, instead it was his manipulation of the media, his book banning and burning, his propaganda, and its effect on democracy. Banning (or in the case of this story, burning) books is simply terrifying and is a direct insult to the people who have served for our rights and freedoms - and it's happening, it's still happening. It's disgusting, and every banned book is another threat to our freedoms and democracy. Okay, end rant. The story itself was good. The writing at times felt a little dramatic in a cliché kind of way, but the message was clear, and the characters were strong and lovable. The romance side of it was a little shy, and in a sense, there was a miscommunication trope, which I'm never into, but it ws still a great listen.
4.25/5⭐️s