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Pierced by the Sun by Laura Esquivel
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
0.75
I was forced to read this for a class. I was over it by chapter 4, but I had to continue. So, I got the audio version. At least the speaker was good. She helped me "get through" it. If you call it getting through. From what I heard about Laura, is that she usually is a great writer. This one has so much missing, so many jumps to other perspectives (randomly, I would say), they inner thoughts and even dialogue didn't feel cohesive, and worst of all, there is no real ending, just hints of what may happen.
The Color Purple by Alice Walker
5.0
I love this book, it shows the dichotomy of life back in the day of a strong African American woman. The trials and tribulations are one to bring you in. Whilst, the pain can be heartwrenching, the outcome of growth and never giving up is something of pure beauty.
Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century by Jessica Bruder
5.0
I was not 100% sure what would happen to my mindset while reading this book. However, I am beyond thrilled that this book now belongs to our library.
Jessica did not just fly by the nomadic living. No, in fact, she dived into it full force! She bought the van, added the solar panels and even had mishaps. She gave life to those who thought they were lifeless because of what the so-called "All American dream". Truth be told, I feel that the "All American dream" is more or less the "All American Debt". We all struggle and I wouldn't be surprised to see more people my age group joining us on the road.
While currently living this nomadic life, I have realized I love it, so does my fiancee. We feel free and with bills being a lot less than living in an apartment, we couldn't be happier. This book has introduced us to new locations we are already near now, new people and new mindsets. We look forward to all the goods and bads of being "houseless" and welcome a debt-free life.
Jessica did not just fly by the nomadic living. No, in fact, she dived into it full force! She bought the van, added the solar panels and even had mishaps. She gave life to those who thought they were lifeless because of what the so-called "All American dream". Truth be told, I feel that the "All American dream" is more or less the "All American Debt". We all struggle and I wouldn't be surprised to see more people my age group joining us on the road.
While currently living this nomadic life, I have realized I love it, so does my fiancee. We feel free and with bills being a lot less than living in an apartment, we couldn't be happier. This book has introduced us to new locations we are already near now, new people and new mindsets. We look forward to all the goods and bads of being "houseless" and welcome a debt-free life.
Funny, You Don't Look Autistic: A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum by Michael McCreary
5.0
I loved this book and I found some of what he goes through quite relatable to my experiences of being in the spectrum as well. I do recommend this book to those who are looking for a good light fun read and maybe to learn a bit.