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Love in Shadow: The Narrative of East Asian Mother - Daughter Relationship in Contemporary Films by Manshu Liu

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Much Ado about Nada by Uzma Jalaluddin

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This book was so good omg I loved learning more about marriage practices in desi and Muslim communities.
The Guest Cat by Takashi Hiraide

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4.0

A lovely novella of how a cat brings joy to a couple, and the struggle with finding an  affordable place to live in Japan.
After Sappho by Selby Wynn Schwartz

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3.0

really interesting historical retelling of sapphic women in europe. my one problem is i didn't like how it was structured
Losing the Plot by Derek Owusu

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3.0

a portrayal of a Ghanaian mother and son's relationship i found ti to be very heart warming. However i wasn't the biggest fan of the writing style and the use of footnotes whilst clever drew me out of the reading experience
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

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5.0

i love the way casey mcquiston writes well rounded characters to the point that the side characters are well rounded
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black

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5.0

well written characters and an excellent political fantasy