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Those Beyond the Wall by Micaiah Johnson
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
So Sad Today: Personal Essays by Melissa Broder
Did not finish book.
Did not finish book.
Enjoyed the first half, but ran out of time on the library hold.
Camp Damascus by Chuck Tingle
I didn't know I was queer until my late 20s, but luckily I didn't grow up being taught it would be wrong, either. Big fan of the themes explored here and am so grateful for the autism rep, too!!
Atomic Anna by Rachel Barenbaum
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Asunder by Kerstin Hall
mysterious
slow-paced
3.5
There are so many discrete pieces of this book that I really liked, but they didn't form a cohesive whole for me. The premise is intriguing, the writing is strong, and the emotions are heavy (that's a good thing). But the pacing, character development, and lack of clarity really detracted from the overall experience. I found myself pushing through the last 65% because I was genuinely curious to see where things were headed, but I almost DNFed. The ending felt abrupt and unsatisfying after quite a long investment to get there. I loved Ferain, but I doubt I'd return to this one if there's a sequel.
The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.5
Read this in two nights, unwilling to look away. Devastating, frightening, beautiful. Like the storms that pervade it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Bullying, Child death, Gun violence, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and Dementia
The Maid and the Crocodile by Jordan Ifueko
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0