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House of Teeth by Josh Hurley, Dan Jolley

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3.5

it was a basic MG story but the magic system was quite unique. the worldbuilding was nice but not very clear. the plot twist about the dad was crazy and i felt a bit sick thinking how that would be like in real life...
Funny, You Don't Look Autistic: A Comedian's Guide to Life on the Spectrum by Michael McCreary

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4.25

i actually really liked this as someone who didn't even know Michael and that's because I'm not Canadian and they dont get much attention as Americans do ok. the audiobook was so good and he's good at storytelling. the epilogue was sad rip.  anyways there's something about reading books about fellow autistic's experiences that make me feel weird. it's just it feels like I'm not autistic enough and then I feel like I'm more disabled than they are as I haven't achieved anything memorable yet and I don't even know when ill be able to live independently. its great to see how an autistic person could grow up if they're in a supportive environment and family though. good for him!
The Tales of Beedle the Bard by J.K. Rowling

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3.75

they were interesting and i liked the notes Dumbledore took. i kinda see what JK was thinking when she wrote this... i liked the narration best
Flying Over Water by Shannon Hitchcock, N.H. Senzai

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4.5

no i'm not okay... shit feel too much nowadays
They Called Me a Lioness: A Palestinian Girl's Fight for Freedom by Dena Takruri, Ahed Tamimi

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5.0

EVERYONE shall read this! it is very important especially right now! anyone who dare calls themself human should be with Palestine!!!
The Kingdom over the Sea by Zohra Nabi

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4.25

it was different than what i expected but I liked it! would love for more Muslim-written fantasy books, especially in middle grade! i think I would've liked it more if I felt more attached to the characters especially the side ones but oh well. the reveal was interesting.
The Wide Window by Lemony Snicket

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3.75

it was interesting. i have seen one episode of this book and aunt Josephine is the worst adult in their life for real. i know she was traumatized and had anxiety but come on...
The Brothers Hawthorne by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

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4.25

I think I liked this more than the trilogy weirdly. And the biggest surprise was that I liked Graysons chapters most. His and Jamesons issues and family stuff really got better and I'm happy for them both. Avery was kinda useless here but it makes sense she had three books already. Next its Evies turn!
Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck

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4.0

it's a fine book tbh. it has a ton of examples in all areas of life and it made me udnerstand what growth mindset looks in all contexts. i suppose there's a lot of work to be done with me as i'm pretty fixed unfortunately.
Avatar: The Last Airbender - Azula in the Spirit Temple by Faith Erin Hicks

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4.25

good i enjoyed this, it was shorter than i thought and I liked the forced therapy on azula. i see it as a reflection of zuko alone but with azula and it does end in a very similar note which makes me hopeful that azula really did start redeeming herself even though she's still in denial