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The Grace Year by Kim Liggett
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-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? It's complicated
4.75
Book #65 of 2021.
The girls of Garner County are taught that they have magic within them that can negatively impact all those around them. For this reason, they are all banished in their 16th year - to release their magic and protect everyone else. Every female goes away for a grace year, some don’t return, no one talks about it. This is the story of Tierney James’ grace year. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I’m praying for a follow up!
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The girls of Garner County are taught that they have magic within them that can negatively impact all those around them. For this reason, they are all banished in their 16th year - to release their magic and protect everyone else. Every female goes away for a grace year, some don’t return, no one talks about it. This is the story of Tierney James’ grace year. I thoroughly enjoyed this story and I’m praying for a follow up!
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
How the García Girls Lost Their Accents by Julia Alvarez
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.25
Book #64 of 2021.
This is the story of how four sisters from the Dominican Republic adapted to their solid den move to America and how they eventually became American women.
This was a great read and I feel that each sister was given her own distinctive voice.
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This is the story of how four sisters from the Dominican Republic adapted to their solid den move to America and how they eventually became American women.
This was a great read and I feel that each sister was given her own distinctive voice.
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-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
4.5
Book #63 of 2021.
Eva was ambivalent at best about parenthood. She definitely did not expect to be the mother of a school shooter. In a series of letters to her estranged husband she discusses their marriage, their family life and how she has fared in the aftermath of Kevin’s rampage. The conclusion is heart-stopping.
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Eva was ambivalent at best about parenthood. She definitely did not expect to be the mother of a school shooter. In a series of letters to her estranged husband she discusses their marriage, their family life and how she has fared in the aftermath of Kevin’s rampage. The conclusion is heart-stopping.
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
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? Yes
4.25
Book #62 of 2021.
Pheby was born in a plantation. She was fired upon, educated and cosseted. Until her aunt died and her father re-married. His née wife detested Pheby and her mother. Pheby’s mother dies while her father is away and the new wife wastes no time selling her away to parts unknown. Pheby loses her home and everyone she loves. She must use her wits to save herself, her children and the love of her life. Can she pull it off?
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Pheby was born in a plantation. She was fired upon, educated and cosseted. Until her aunt died and her father re-married. His née wife detested Pheby and her mother. Pheby’s mother dies while her father is away and the new wife wastes no time selling her away to parts unknown. Pheby loses her home and everyone she loves. She must use her wits to save herself, her children and the love of her life. Can she pull it off?
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Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation by Kristin Kobes Du Mez
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Book #61 of 2021.
Reading this book shed some light on several questions I have/had about the 2016 election. I recommend this book for anyone that is still seeking clarity.
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Reading this book shed some light on several questions I have/had about the 2016 election. I recommend this book for anyone that is still seeking clarity.
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
To Sir Phillip, With Love by Julia Quinn
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
Book #60 of 2021.
This is the love story of my favorite #Bridgerton, Eloise! I think I’m going to hate to get to the end of this series.
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This is the love story of my favorite #Bridgerton, Eloise! I think I’m going to hate to get to the end of this series.
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
The Rage of Dragons by Evan Winter
adventurous
fast-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
4.5
Book #59 of 2021
The Omehi are a people that only know war. Their lives are consumed - literally - by a never-ending war. Tau had dream of becoming the greatest warrior but his dream is smashed by the loss of everyone he loves. His purpose changed from war to revenge.
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The Omehi are a people that only know war. Their lives are consumed - literally - by a never-ending war. Tau had dream of becoming the greatest warrior but his dream is smashed by the loss of everyone he loves. His purpose changed from war to revenge.
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
The Assassin's Blade by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
fast-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
Book #58 of 2021.
In this series of short stories we discover how Calaena Sardothien became her kingdom’s most feared assassin.
I am captivated by this series!
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In this series of short stories we discover how Calaena Sardothien became her kingdom’s most feared assassin.
I am captivated by this series!
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas
adventurous
emotional
fast-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
4.75
Book #57 of 2021.
This is the first book of the series. When we meet Calaena Sardothien, she has been in a prison work camp for a year. Prince Dorian offers her freedom - for a price. She must compete to become the royal assassin. Calaena agrees, but the contestants start dying mysteriously…..
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This is the first book of the series. When we meet Calaena Sardothien, she has been in a prison work camp for a year. Prince Dorian offers her freedom - for a price. She must compete to become the royal assassin. Calaena agrees, but the contestants start dying mysteriously…..
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
Barracoon: The Story of the Last "Black Cargo" by Zora Neale Hurston
challenging
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Book #56 of 2021.
Zora Neale Hurston is one of my favorite authors and I was so pleased to discover a new-to-me work of hers!
This is the story of Cudjo. He was born in Africa but he was captured and stolen as a youth. He was forced into slavery in the good old US of A. Ms. Hurston interviewed him several times and wrote his life story. This book was fascinating!
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm
Zora Neale Hurston is one of my favorite authors and I was so pleased to discover a new-to-me work of hers!
This is the story of Cudjo. He was born in Africa but he was captured and stolen as a youth. He was forced into slavery in the good old US of A. Ms. Hurston interviewed him several times and wrote his life story. This book was fascinating!
#readsof2021 #readingisfundamental #bookworm