A super sweet, fun rom-com celebrating Bangladeshi culture and starring a headstrong, aspiring author for a protagonist, meddling mothers and an adoraA super sweet, fun rom-com celebrating Bangladeshi culture and starring a headstrong, aspiring author for a protagonist, meddling mothers and an adorable love triangle....more
A powerful, evocative, striking and thought provoking coming-of-age story that follows teen, Nigeria Jones, as she grapples with what it means to be bA powerful, evocative, striking and thought provoking coming-of-age story that follows teen, Nigeria Jones, as she grapples with what it means to be both Black and a woman in a society that likes to separate those two identities. Deeply moving and written with care, the pages of this book are filled with passion, emotion, fight and strength in all its many forms.
TW: discussions of racism, slavery, abuse and sexism...more
A beautifully illustrated, incredibly fun, sweet and action packed adventure story that’s perfect for young (and older) readers looking for an excitinA beautifully illustrated, incredibly fun, sweet and action packed adventure story that’s perfect for young (and older) readers looking for an exciting read with Marvel movie vibes.
Action packed, thrilling, empowering and ridiculously addictive, Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels is standout sequel to what I believe is one of the Action packed, thrilling, empowering and ridiculously addictive, Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels is standout sequel to what I believe is one of the most exciting, compelling and best written middle grade series out there....more
Relatable and real, with discussions surrounding family, grief and finding your place in the world of dating and work, Maame is heartfelt, life affirmRelatable and real, with discussions surrounding family, grief and finding your place in the world of dating and work, Maame is heartfelt, life affirming and fresh adult coming-of-age story about a woman in her mid-twenties who's still figuring life out and it's one I would easily recommend. ...more
I’m divided on my feelings for this one. On the one hand it was endearing and I enjoyed it enough but on the other, it felt like it carried a lot of aI’m divided on my feelings for this one. On the one hand it was endearing and I enjoyed it enough but on the other, it felt like it carried a lot of ace/aro-phobia and ableism that just didn’t sit well with me. ...more
You know that 4 Non Blondes lyric "I scream at the top of my lungs, what's going on?" Yeah, that was pretty much me from the first until the last pageYou know that 4 Non Blondes lyric "I scream at the top of my lungs, what's going on?" Yeah, that was pretty much me from the first until the last page on this book. Flux was a bizarre and wild ride that had me equal parts confused and hooked. It was intriguing, clever and mind bending with a strong 'Inception' vibe. I'm not sure I was smart enough for this book but I nevertheless enjoyed the reading experience.
I truly think Liselle Sambury is one of the most exciting new writers to have hit my shelves in the past few years. Having adored her Blood Like MagicI truly think Liselle Sambury is one of the most exciting new writers to have hit my shelves in the past few years. Having adored her Blood Like Magic duology, I was hugely looking forward to this book and it didn't disappoint. Deeply atmospheric, creepy, thrilling, heartbreaking and thought provoking Delicious Monsters is a ghost story, investigative thriller and family saga all rolled into one evocative and addictive novel. Exploring childhood trauma, toxic parents, racism and the unjust treatment Black girls experience at the hands of society, this is a book that highlights the way in which the 'natural' is more often than not just as terrifying and cruel as the 'supernatural'.
TW's copied from the authors goodreads review: childhood sexual assault (off page, some details discussed), childhood physical abuse (corporal punishment, off page, described), childhood physical abuse (confinement punishment), childhood neglect, gaslighting, grooming, suicide (off page, mention), killing of a goat (off page, described), discussions of fatphobia, body horror/gore, violence, death...more
Jessie Q. Stutanto has nailed it once again with this wonderfully witty, fun, heart-warming, addictive and surprisingly cosy murder mystery. I would hJessie Q. Stutanto has nailed it once again with this wonderfully witty, fun, heart-warming, addictive and surprisingly cosy murder mystery. I would happily read many more tales of Vera’s adventures. ...more
Well written and and clearly heavily researched, Night Wherever We Go is a devastating, provocative and brutally captivating read. I can't wait to reaWell written and and clearly heavily researched, Night Wherever We Go is a devastating, provocative and brutally captivating read. I can't wait to read whatever Tracey Rose Peyton writes next.
I've said it before and I'll say it a thousand times over; Kelly Yang is one of the most talented authors in the middle grade game right now.
Finally SI've said it before and I'll say it a thousand times over; Kelly Yang is one of the most talented authors in the middle grade game right now.
Finally Seen is one of the most empathetic, compassionate and heartwarming books I've had the joy of reading this year. Kelly Yang's way of storytelling is beautiful in its ability to convey the message she wants to tell, whilst also being wholly accessible and engaging. The characters she creates feel as real as the pages they're written on and their stories equally so.
This was such a gorgeous book and I can't wait to put it into the hands of as many readers, both young and old, as possible....more
Once again, Kay O’Neill has crafted a story that is such a beautiful and intricate as their art. I will forever be entirely enamoured with Kay’s artisOnce again, Kay O’Neill has crafted a story that is such a beautiful and intricate as their art. I will forever be entirely enamoured with Kay’s artistry. ...more
A truly stunning and magical depiction and exploration of depression. The fact that books like this now exist for younger (and older) readers fills meA truly stunning and magical depiction and exploration of depression. The fact that books like this now exist for younger (and older) readers fills me with so much hope for a future that treats depression with less stigma and more empathy and understanding.
An utterly gorgeous story overflowing with compassion, acceptance and heart. This is the kind of story that’s beneficially for readers both young and An utterly gorgeous story overflowing with compassion, acceptance and heart. This is the kind of story that’s beneficially for readers both young and old. It’s moving, emotional, education and, whilst difficult to read at times, ultimately incredibly hopeful. Books like this are going to change the world for the better.
An endlessly exciting, intriguing, clever and magical read featuring gorgeous family dynamics, sweet friendships and countless secrets to be uncoveredAn endlessly exciting, intriguing, clever and magical read featuring gorgeous family dynamics, sweet friendships and countless secrets to be uncovered and adventures to be had....more
A moving exploration of family, diaspora, sexuality and the various meaning of 'home', I Will Greet the Sun again is a heartbreaking, sincere, tender A moving exploration of family, diaspora, sexuality and the various meaning of 'home', I Will Greet the Sun again is a heartbreaking, sincere, tender and illuminating coming-of-age story, that will move its readers from beginning until end.
This Time It’s Real is a rom-com movie waiting to happen and I’m not at all mad about it. Funny, adorable, dramatic, heartfelt and unafraid to delve dThis Time It’s Real is a rom-com movie waiting to happen and I’m not at all mad about it. Funny, adorable, dramatic, heartfelt and unafraid to delve deep, this is a fun read that gives you everything you could want from a YA rom-com. ...more
Gritty, twisted, poignant and quick witted, Bandit Queens is a compelling exploration of the caste system and treatment of women in contemporary IndiaGritty, twisted, poignant and quick witted, Bandit Queens is a compelling exploration of the caste system and treatment of women in contemporary India.
TW: rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, fatphobia, body shaming...more
A sweeping, compelling and deeply moving tale of heritage, survival, family and hope. Beautifully written with a unique style of storytelling and struA sweeping, compelling and deeply moving tale of heritage, survival, family and hope. Beautifully written with a unique style of storytelling and structure, Cecile Pin has crafted a visceral story that's equal parts heartwarming and heart-shattering. Exploring everything from familial duty to the generational impact of war to the Vietnamese diaspora in the UK, Wandering Souls is written with care but doesn't shy away from shining a light on the very real horrors and heartache the people of Vietnam suffered both during and after the war. Cecile Pin is a new voice is fiction to be incredibly excited about.
TW: discussion of rape, sexual assault and racism, racist slurs....more
An upbeat, adorable and unapologetically queer story with a soft and muted colour palette, an endearing art style and envy inducing OOTD's.An upbeat, adorable and unapologetically queer story with a soft and muted colour palette, an endearing art style and envy inducing OOTD's....more
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