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My Dog: The Paradox: A Lovable Discourse about Man's Best Friend by Matthew Inman, The Oatmeal

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emotional funny informative lighthearted relaxing sad fast-paced

5.0

It was a rather short read but fun nonetheless. 
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 59%.
When I started reading this book I was so excited that I thought this one will be easily an another 5.0 for me but I was hugely disappointed. The chapters at the start were very interesting, introducing the various art forms in the circus. But after reaching mid novel, it started to get extremely boring. 

So, I finally decided that there was no point in reading it any further. The main problem was that the story didn't keep me engaged, it definitely wasn't a page turner for me. 
How to Tell If Your Cat Is Plotting to Kill You by Matthew Inman, The Oatmeal

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funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad 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 don't really read romance novels but I picked this one up for the want of exploring the magical realism genre it offered. I truly enjoyed reading both the books in this duology. 

Though the ending was bittersweet
, every part of the story finally fell in it's rightful place like pieces of a puzzle. All the loose ends tied and beautifully executed. Love conquers all. Love of friends, family, your significant other as well as the people you come across who help you along the way.

I will recommend this book to anyone who is looking to read a story that will captivate their hearts and minds for a long period. I had a great time reading it. Looking forward to exploring more books from the author.
Guts by Chuck Palahniuk

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dark funny informative sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This book was not what I thought it was. I don't know if I should laugh at the stories or be horrified beyond belief. I have decided to laugh. So...

😆 🤣 😂 😁
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Tales from Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan

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mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today Vol. 6 by Hitsuzi Yamada

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emotional lighthearted reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Anne Frank's Diary: The Graphic Adaptation by Anne Frank

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emotional informative reflective sad tense fast-paced

5.0

Anne Frank's diary ends here.
That was the last & the most haunting sentence I have read. I have gone through many versions of Anne's diary but this graphical adaptation touched me the most. They were so near to being freed from the hellish nightmare but someone just wanted to see the world burn and told on them.

That last sentence gives me chills everytime. She would've been an impressive writer in this day & age. I first read this book I think when I was about the same age as her and now when I read this version it feels even more dark and depressing. But she was brave to the very end.

Anne, you and your powerful words continue to live among each of us readers. You are deeply missed.
A Monkey at the Window: Selected Poems by Al-Saddiq Al-Raddi

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emotional reflective sad tense fast-paced

1.5

The Masterful Cat Is Depressed Again Today Vol. 5 by Hitsuzi Yamada

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emotional funny informative lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0