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Master of Me by Keke Palmer
inspiring
4.5
Excuse me Ms. Lauren "Keke" Palmer, Master of Me was not what I was expecting. I went into this book expecting a grand memoir of one of my favorite celebrities of my childhood. What I was not expecting was receiving therapy alongside Keke's memoir. I devoured all she had to say and the relevant advice she had to give.
Soul Machine by Jordana Globerman
challenging
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
Soul Machine was a pretty interesting read. I’m not the biggest graphic novel fan, but I couldn’t put it down and read it all in one sitting. I really like the idea of a small business going against a greedy mega corporation.
This was not a book that I would say was a favorite, the main character was annoying and I did not like here, but I cannot complain too much as I was desperate to know how the book would end!
This was not a book that I would say was a favorite, the main character was annoying and I did not like here, but I cannot complain too much as I was desperate to know how the book would end!
The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest
medium-paced
4.0
The Neighbor Favor was a great read that I would definitely recommend others read. I really enjoyed the storyline and characters. Both of our main characters had to address their flaws and try and work to overcome them. Family dynamics played a huge role, we see both a toxic and broken family, as well as a close-knit family with high expectations.
I cannot wait to see what else is to come from this series!
I cannot wait to see what else is to come from this series!
The Secret History of the Rape Kit: A True Crime Story by Pagan Kennedy
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Wow, if I had to describe this book in one word, it would be "audacity". The audacity and bravery of Marty Goddard that was uncovered by the author, Pagan Kennedy, when facing pretty much the entire world to get the recognition that sexual assault was/is real and those individuals have the right to justice.
This was an incredibly frustrating and eye-opening read that I think absolutely everyone should read.
This was an incredibly frustrating and eye-opening read that I think absolutely everyone should read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Sexual violence
Evil-ish by Kennedy Tarrell
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Pacheco and the Witch of the Mountain: A Graphic Novel by Juan E Zambrano
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Pacheco and the Witch of the Mountain was an entertaining fantasy graphic novel for middle-graders. This book deals with inclusivity, animal abuse/mistreatment, and activism, all while we follow a young boy's dreams of learning and practicing magic, even though nearly everyone tells him magic is only for girls.
Missing White Woman by Kellye Garrett
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Missing White Woman was an edge of your seat thriller that had me desperate for answers! Cushion was cast everywhere and I had no clue who to trust. It really brings up how scary internet sleuths can be as well and how they can hinder investigations and upturn lives, even if they mean well.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Murder
Lunar Love by Lauren Kung Jessen
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The Hostage: A Halloween psychological thriller by Samyra Alexander
dark
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
The book was pretty interesting and for the most part kept me entertained. I HATED our main character with a burning passion, not sure if we were supposed to hate her, but I did lol.
The idea/plot was cool, but I think the execution of the book could be better. I love supporting indie authors and props to S Alexander for getting her book out in the world, BUT it could have really benefitted from beta readers AND a developmental editor.
The idea/plot was cool, but I think the execution of the book could be better. I love supporting indie authors and props to S Alexander for getting her book out in the world, BUT it could have really benefitted from beta readers AND a developmental editor.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Incest, Infertility, Mental illness, Misogyny, Rape, and Toxic friendship