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Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
this was a refreshing and quite light read. funny in its mythical absurdity. I am quite sure the tales will take some time to settle in my mind and I will return to them to further understand the meaning.
Swing Time by Zadie Smith
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Violence
Purple Hibiscus by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Violence
8 Lives of a Century-Old Trickster by Mirinae Lee
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
I enjoyed reading this one a lot, eight stories entangled into a wise and deep recollection of how living during the Korean War and 2. WW was like for a tricksteresque women. It amazes me how she managed to wiggle through these challenging times. always keeping in mind how many could not perform and faced death.
Pure Colour by Sheila Heti
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
my heart will carry this one for a long time.
Dykette by Jenny Fran Davis
emotional
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
I loved getting to know the characters and deepen my connection to lesbian culture. A lot to learn there, therefore I definitely want to reread this one!