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539 reviews
A Fly Went by by Mike McClintock
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I heard it first on IG, a person was rapping the children's book, but it didn't finish so I had to go and find it to finish the story.
The Answer is No by Fredrik Backman
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5
Fredrik Backman has this delightful knack for whisking readers right into any quirky scenario you can imagine! In The Answer is No, he serves up a hearty helping of communication chaos between friends and family. This pint-sized novella is like a wise old sage, dishing out crucial life lessons on communication, taking responsibility, and what it really means to be human. I dove into the audiobook version, and let me tell you, Stacy Gonzalez nailed it with her vibrant voices for the nameless cast! Her giggles and authentic sounds made it feel like you were eavesdropping at a lively gathering. She juggled a whole crew of chatty characters who had plenty to say but were a bit lost on how to say it. The whole audio experience is a delightful mix of lighthearted fun, giggles galore, and some solid insights into the introverted soul!
Olga Dies Dreaming by Xochitl Gonzalez
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
Remember: The Journey to School Integration by Toni Morrison
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
You are a Teen Mom: Instructions by Randa Jarrar
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré
5.0
I adored this novel. Daré created a loving, caring, funny, and brave girl in Adunni. The novel made me laugh, smile, cry, scream, and angry throughout. It has a great message to women and young girl--stay strong and steadfast to your dreams and passions in life. Never stop trying to find your louding voice!
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi
5.0
I love a good historical fiction novel. This novel reminded me of Alice Walker. Gyasi was able to put so much history and culture into a novel--it was remarkably done. The layers and layers of stories mesmerized me and had me engulfed from beginning to end. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel.