4/5 It's an enjoyable, sometimes funny story of a seemingly ordinary family with two kids who can catch fire. 4/5 It's an enjoyable, sometimes funny story of a seemingly ordinary family with two kids who can catch fire. ...more
4.25/5 Eric has an absurdly cute approach to life and stories. He's an engaging mind and I found myself amused, in stitches, and moved many times. 4.25/5 Eric has an absurdly cute approach to life and stories. He's an engaging mind and I found myself amused, in stitches, and moved many times. ...more
I found this to be more thriller than horror. That said, I enjoyed it. The pictures added a creepy depth to the familiar story. The slow burn build-upI found this to be more thriller than horror. That said, I enjoyed it. The pictures added a creepy depth to the familiar story. The slow burn build-up was effective in unsettling the reader. ...more
4.5/5 It is one of the most enjoyable books I've read this year! I loved the subtle world-building, the lead character's unspoken past, and the story'4.5/5 It is one of the most enjoyable books I've read this year! I loved the subtle world-building, the lead character's unspoken past, and the story's small-town feel. Of course, I know there's a bigger world out there and the author clearly has more to tell. I just found this book incredibly charming! ...more
It's a moving and accessible fiction read that takes place in a small community in the years after 9/11. The central characters are an Indian AmericanIt's a moving and accessible fiction read that takes place in a small community in the years after 9/11. The central characters are an Indian American family. Each character expresses a unique perspective and voice in the book. There's thoughtful discussion around immigration, class, education, and racism. I found it engaging as both a book and audiobook. ...more
What can I say about this memoir? It's gorgeous. It's elegant. It's heartbreaking. I can't imagine watching helplessly year after an anxious year as eWhat can I say about this memoir? It's gorgeous. It's elegant. It's heartbreaking. I can't imagine watching helplessly year after an anxious year as everyone I know and love disappears. Never to be seen again. It's unconscionable what the Chinese have done/are doing to the Uyghurs. This is an urgent read (or listen to), especially with the innumerable culture wars happening today (Palestinians, Ukrainians, Georgians, and many more). Tahir is a brave soul and his story is just one of thousands. Read it. ...more
4.5/5 A fun, engaging memoir that starts from the beginning and brings us to the present. It's his journey to self-understanding, how and where he exi4.5/5 A fun, engaging memoir that starts from the beginning and brings us to the present. It's his journey to self-understanding, how and where he exists in the world, his reflection on his childhood, and a tour through his many relationships. ...more
Fascinating portrait of a gay man's journey out of a religious upbringing and finding a way in the world. Fascinating portrait of a gay man's journey out of a religious upbringing and finding a way in the world. ...more
This is an incredible feat of memory, perseverance, and honesty. There's so much to take in that my recommendation is to give yourself several days toThis is an incredible feat of memory, perseverance, and honesty. There's so much to take in that my recommendation is to give yourself several days to work through this book. Let it sink in. Let the therapy sessions - in their circuitous and often infuriating moments - wash over you. Stay on for the keen insight into someone trying to figure themselves out. Therapy is the answer for many and it's uniquely on full display here, warts and all. I found this strange memoir beguiling and ultimately refreshing. ...more
I think this is Louis' most accessible book yet. I loved the story here. I loved the characters. It was so straightforward and beautifully written. I think this is Louis' most accessible book yet. I loved the story here. I loved the characters. It was so straightforward and beautifully written. ...more
It's a superb, heart-warming story of a girl with gumption and ambition trying to better herself and get out of her potential life, sometimes with theIt's a superb, heart-warming story of a girl with gumption and ambition trying to better herself and get out of her potential life, sometimes with the help of her aunt. You'll definitely find yourself rooting for her every step of the way!...more
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