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Spy x Family, Vol. 1, by Tatsuya Endo
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
5.0
Portrait of a Thief, by Grace D. Li
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
It's definitely not a heist novel in the usual sense, but I loved what it actually was instead (character exploration + discussions about colonization, immigration, family, and culture)