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Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice

emotional tense fast-paced

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

4.0

A great read. Rice describes the landscapes beautifully, and just as beautifully describes the traditional ceremonies and practices of Indigenous people. As far as story goes, he does a great job of creating a tense atmosphere, with the feeling that danger lurks around every tree or rock. Great descriptions of bleak post-apocolyptic society and s very accurate depiction of what most humans would do in such a situation.

There's enough mystery in the novel leaving you wanting for another sequel.

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The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

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mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? No
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Making It So by Patrick Stewart

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emotional funny informative inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

5.0

I think Stewart highlighted the important parts of his life. Those of a certain age already know all about Star Trek and X-Men; those chapters fly by very quickly. The most insight into the man is of his life before Star Trek.

Wonderfully written and very witty. Inspiring man.

Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention—and How to Think Deeply Again by Johann Hari

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challenging informative reflective medium-paced

3.0

The Bezzle by Cory Doctorow

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dark funny fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.0

I enjoyed this book, but it wasn't at the same level as Red Team Blues. The story felt broken up (even though it did all tie together at the end) and found that a tad distracting.

Outsider: An Old Man, a Mountain and the Search for a Hidden Past by Brett Popplewell

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adventurous emotional inspiring fast-paced

4.0

A fascinating read and insight into a man who chose to live outside of society. Highly recommended.

Star Wars: Darth Vader - Black, White & Red by Daniel Warren Johnson, Joe Caramagna, Peach MoMoKo, David Pepose, Leonard Kirk, Jason Aaron, Frank Tieri, Marc Bernardin

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dark fast-paced