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The Feminist Killjoy Handbook by Sara Ahmed

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informative reflective slow-paced

3.5

Sara Ahmed's 'The Feminist Killjoy Handbook' is for the everyday feminist. Within it, she addresses key issues within society and how to navigate through and around them. Though the title suggests 'handbook', it is certainly just as much of a manifesto. Opening with a personal anecdote, Ahmed shares stories and media articles, Ahmed considers race, religion and queer identity, truly delving into the core of the lies society mass produces and sells to its people.

Ahmed was once a professor of Race and Cultural Studies at Goldsmiths, but resigned in protest to the failure of the university's dealings with sexual harassment. She is now an independent scholar. Since, Ahmed has published a plethora of feminist, postcolonial and postmodern texts.

Thank you to the publisher for sending me an advanced reader copy.
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

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reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

the merchant of venice is supposed to be a comedy, however shakespeare's portrayal of shylock makes this seem more like a tragedy. 
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The Yellow Wallpaper and Selected Writings by Charlotte Perkins Gilman

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adventurous dark reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

an interesting exploration of gender roles. the narrator's descent into madness is rather thought provoking too due to the circumstances and the control of her physician husband, who believes he knows best on female matters.

spoiler alert: he does not.
A Midsummer Night's Dream: The Oxford Shakespeare a Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare

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adventurous dark funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot

4.0

read for third year shakespeare module.
The Stolen Heir by Holly Black

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adventurous dark funny tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

suren coming into her own power is exhilarating to witness and i cannot wait to see what happens next.
On Sun Swallowing by Dakota Warren

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dark emotional mysterious reflective fast-paced

5.0

lady dakota i am in awe of you and your poetry.
Shield Maiden by Sharon Emmerichs

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

3.5

Sharon Emmerichs’ Shield Maiden is the next perfect read for fans of the How to Train Your Dragon franchise and The Guinevere Deception. Emmerichs includes representations of chronic pain and disability, as well as PTSD. Not only that, but her knowledge from being a professor of early British literature shines true in her attention to detail within her descriptions. With that being said, sometimes the description is a little heavy and I found myself anticipating action rather than delving into descriptions of historical accuracies. 

Emmerichs weaves together the heroism from ancient tales for a reader who actively seeks and devours feminist retellings of classic tales. 

Thank you to Head of Zeus for sending me an advanced reader copy.

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The Anatomy of Story: 22 Steps to Becoming a Master Storyteller by John Truby

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informative inspiring reflective slow-paced

5.0

-- 2nd read -- 
 thank you to john truby without this book i would not have finished my dissertation 😭😭😭 

-- 1st read -- 
the only book you will ever need on how to tell a story.

thanks to moh for buying this for me for my birthday <3 
Lovesickness: Junji Ito Story Collection by Junji Ito

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dark mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

skinny legends are THRIVING
The Last Wish by Andrzej Sapkowski

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

4.0

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