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Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A quirky and fun read!
Us Against You by Fredrik Backman
emotional
funny
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? Yes
3.75
And Every Morning the Way Home Gets Longer and Longer by Fredrik Backman
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
The Reading List explores themes of human connection, mental illness, bibliophilia, and the importance of libraries.
I got this book from a thrift store a while ago. I rarely buy books I've never heard of before, but this sounded interesting so I decided to pick it up. I'm really glad I did, because I liked it a lot! It didn't hook me in right away, I'm glad I kept on reading because it eventually picked up and I was entertained all the way through to the end!
I loved the premise and the characters. This makes me want to write a reading list of my own, and also to spend more time at the library.
If you like A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman and Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, you will probably like this, it has similar vibes.
I got this book from a thrift store a while ago. I rarely buy books I've never heard of before, but this sounded interesting so I decided to pick it up. I'm really glad I did, because I liked it a lot! It didn't hook me in right away, I'm glad I kept on reading because it eventually picked up and I was entertained all the way through to the end!
I loved the premise and the characters. This makes me want to write a reading list of my own, and also to spend more time at the library.
If you like A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman and Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, you will probably like this, it has similar vibes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness and Grief
Moderate: Cancer, Death, and Suicide
Minor: Cursing
Wash Day Diaries by Jamila Rowser
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing
Minor: Sexual content
Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood by Marjane Satrapi
dark
funny
medium-paced
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Torture, Violence, and War
Beartown by Fredrik Backman
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- 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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Rape, Self harm, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death, Cursing, and Sexism
Minor: Alcoholism, Bullying, Child abuse, Gun violence, Homophobia, Racism, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Pregnancy, Alcohol, and Classism
The Girl from the Other Side: Siúil, a Rún Vol. 1 by Nagabe
dark
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
I'm so glad my sister recommended this to me and that it was readily available at the library. I loved it! I read it in about one or two sittings and immediately wanted to read the next book in the series. I have to wait, but once I get my chance, I'm taking it!
I love how the book blends cute-wholesomeness with darkness. The two main characters are great, both in art style and personality, and the beginning of the plot has me eager to keep reading. I hope the next book is as good as the first!
I love how the book blends cute-wholesomeness with darkness. The two main characters are great, both in art style and personality, and the beginning of the plot has me eager to keep reading. I hope the next book is as good as the first!
Content Warnings
Minor: Violence and Abandonment