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Think: The Life of the Mind and the Love of God by John Piper

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challenging informative reflective slow-paced

3.5

Though the thesis of this book is very important to the Christian faith tradition, I was not this book's intended audience, nor did I agree with all the reasons in defense of the main point (aka, there are other, more sound arguments for it). However, this is merely my opinion and the book may be of great use to someone else. 
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Archenemies by Marissa Meyer

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adventurous funny mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

The story continues to be gripping. Even though in the middle there were some slow bits, it was really nice to see
Adrian and Nova's relationship blossom, as well as Oscar and Ruby's.
 

That ending though! Can't wait to see how this story plays out. 
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Beyond Shame: Creating a Healthy Sex Life on Your Own Terms by Matthias Roberts

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challenging informative inspiring reflective slow-paced

4.5

Jade Fire Gold by June CL Tan

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adventurous funny mysterious relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

The story is exquisitely crafted—I felt really connected with the characters and immersed in the setting, so much so that when I put the book down after I finished, it was jarring to come back to reality. Also, the pacing was great. Nothing felt rushed but it was still a page turner (I read it in less than 48hrs). Would def recommend and read again—this book has the potential to become my new comfort book.  
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Young Fredle by Cynthia Voigt, Louise Yates

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adventurous lighthearted slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

This story is so sweet. I read it first when I was 11 and as I grew up would often be reminded of young Fredle’s adventures. Rereading it now, over a decade later, it still holds the same comfort and produces the same smiles going along with Fredle on his journey. 
Scripture, Ethics, and the Possibility of Same-Sex Relationships by Karen R. Keen

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challenging informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

4.5

This book is really helpful and informative to understand two sides of a debate, and the people which it effects. It is well researched but the writing style is still approachable and easy to understand. Also very helpful are small lists of books for further reading on specific topics presented at the end of each chapter. 
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Charlotte Atlee White Rowe: The Story of America's First Appointed Woman Missionary by Reid S Trulson

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adventurous informative inspiring medium-paced

4.75

A wonderfully detailed yet incredibly engaging record of Baptist women missionaries through the incredible Charlotte A. W. Rowe. 

Her dedication and pioneering spirit are an inspiration. Thank you Mr. Trulson for bringing her out of the past and into our hearts. 
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The Bible Tells Me So: Why Defending Scripture Has Made Us Unable to Read It by Peter Enns

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challenging informative inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

4.75

Highly informative. Enns’ intelligent wit and humour make this challenging topic a joy to read. 
Unhallowed by James D. Thorn

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 2%.
The first chapter…. I couldn’t go on I’m sorry :(
The Three-Body Problem by Cixin Liu

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adventurous challenging informative slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

Science fiction in the truest, purest sense of the words; truly a feat to have an intergalactic story so rooted in science and immersive in terms of character. 
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