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The Swan Harp by Elizabeth Creith
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
5.0
This fantasy book kept me interested all the way through. I've never heard of this myth but I truly enjoyed the story. I dont know what the next two books will be about but im looking forward to it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Cursing, Death, Violence, Blood, Grief, and Alcohol
Minor: Infidelity, Mental illness, Toxic relationship, Murder, War, and Injury/Injury detail
My Riot by Rick Spears
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
I'm listening to women of skin head music and reggae skinhead. This book got me in an angsty mood in the best way. The ending was so normal it just made sense.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug use, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Violence, and Blood
Kiss Number 8 by Colleen AF Venable
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
So sweet in the end. I'm so happy for the main character and Sam family to finally be together.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Sexual content, Transphobia, and Violence
Flamer by Mike Curato
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
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
5.0
Teenage boys are so hilarious and weird. This book surprised me. But it hit a lot of challenging topics.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Homophobia, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Violence, and Suicide attempt
The Fire Never Goes Out: A Memoir in Pictures by ND Stevenson
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
5.0
I really enjoyed the journey this authors life story took me on. I saw myself in some parts. I hope my future is brighter than what I can see right now.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Homophobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Transphobia, Grief, and Mass/school shootings
Ghost by Christina Maraziotis
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
The middle and end got interesting for me. I found myself hating James scenes. Because he is a terrible character not because it wasn't well written and graphic and annoyingly poetic being good but annoying because its james. There is so much that happens to the characters that have popped up over the series. I can't imagine how things will develop especially with my all time favorites Charlotte & Mac
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Sexual content, and Murder
Moderate: Drug use and Alcohol
Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms by Crystal Frasier, Val Wise
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
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? No
5.0
I wish this book was longer. It is so cute and made me smile. I love the recipes at the end I cannot wait to make it myself.
Spinning by Tillie Walden
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
I did not realize this was a memoir. I got a copy from the rainbow bus. It very vulnerable. It probably will help someone. I hope the author is in a better place. We deserve happiness.
The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It has been such a long time since I have read a graphic novel. Its really helping me ease through my depression. This was an interesting story beautifully drawn. I truly enjoyed it. It made me smile and gasp.
The Me I Meant to Be by Sophie Jordan
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0