A review by chrissypops
Tea Leaves by Jacob Budenz

adventurous dark emotional funny inspiring mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Thank you to NetGalley and Jacob Budenz for the opportunity to read Tea leaves as an ARC.
I picked this book as I love fantasy and often get recs for LGBTQ + books from my daughter. 

The short stories vary in length and have a great fantasy base. Some are weird and wacky and others just have mild fantasy twist.  Most ( I may of missed the linkage with some of the stories ) have an LGBTQ + narrative. And all I can say is that Jacob has the ability to give all the queer individuals excellent voices. Some stories are so subtle in the world that some struggle to find their place. Others, hit you over the head in the ugliness of humanity.. This is what I like about reading these books and all I can say is that o hear you ! 

There was a few short stories I didn’t bond with at all but overall, I thought the book was well written. 

Thanks again! ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 3.5 stars