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379 reviews
Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
medium-paced
3.0
I feel like I would have enjoyed the book a lot more if the religious overtones were left out. Overall decent read.
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug use, Mental illness, and Outing
Minor: Homophobia, Incest, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Abortion, and Alcohol
Know My Name by Chanel Miller
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
Absolutely gut wrenching from beginning to end. I recall her story in the news when it happened and feeling so sad, but hearing her words and personalizing the victim always makes it hit harder. She was so failed by the legal system. Fuck Brock Turner.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, and Grief
Mr. Mercedes, Volume 1 by Stephen King
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0