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126 reviews
A Dash of Salt and Pepper by Kosoko Jackson
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
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
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia
Take a Hike by Mimi Grace
emotional
lighthearted
fast-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Car accident and Injury/Injury detail
Isabel and the Rogue by Liana De la Rosa
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Colonisation
Minor: Death of parent
Meet Me in the Margins by Melissa Ferguson
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent
The Chai Factor by Farah Heron
emotional
fast-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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Xenophobia
With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo
emotional
informative
inspiring
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
With the Fire On High by Elizabeth Acevedo is an emotional and sweet YA story! The main character Emoni Santiago is a teen mom to a 2-year-old girl, however, the author makes it clear that there is so much more to her life than the fact that she had a child at a young age.
Emoni has a very special gift which is the ability to cook. The author's explanations of family recipes and the detail used to describe cooking made me crave sooo much fictional food!
I adored listening to this audiobook and loved the author's narration. Her ability to both connect with and captivate readers is phenomenal!
Overall, the characters, the romance and the entire story were amazing! I have nothing but love and high praise for this book!
Tropes;
Afro-Latina (Puerto Rican and African American) FMC
Cultural significance of food and cooking
Responsibilities of raising a child
Coming of age
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Emoni has a very special gift which is the ability to cook. The author's explanations of family recipes and the detail used to describe cooking made me crave sooo much fictional food!
I adored listening to this audiobook and loved the author's narration. Her ability to both connect with and captivate readers is phenomenal!
Overall, the characters, the romance and the entire story were amazing! I have nothing but love and high praise for this book!
Tropes;
Afro-Latina (Puerto Rican and African American) FMC
Cultural significance of food and cooking
Responsibilities of raising a child
Coming of age
Swipe for a full synopsis
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
When I Think of You by Myah Ariel
emotional
reflective
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? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment
A Proposal They Can't Refuse by Natalie Caña
emotional
inspiring
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? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer