sburban's reviews
251 reviews
American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics by Kevin Hazzard
challenging
informative
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
4.5
A Country of Vast Designs: James K. Polk, the Mexican War and the Conquest of the American Continent by Robert W. Merry
informative
slow-paced
2.5
Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Amelia Nagoski, Emily Nagoski
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
The Petticoat Affair: Manners, Mutiny, and Sex in Andrew Jackson's White House by John F. Marszalek
informative
slow-paced
3.0
Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi by Amy-Jill Levine
challenging
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
4.25
Martin Van Buren: The American Presidents Series: The 8th President, 1837-1841 by Ted Widmer
informative
slow-paced
3.0
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0