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The book "I Shall Never Fall in Love" combines queer themes with Regency romance, appealing to Bridgerton fans. It follows George, who struggles with identity and feelings for Eleanor, alongside her cousin Charlotte, who desires independence. The novel cleverly addresses social issues and features well-developed characters, earning high praise for its wit and research.
Happy Year of the Snake! Starting today is the celebration of Lunar New Year. Also known widely as Chinese New Year. This celebration takes place throughout Asian and is based on lunisolar calendar and celebrates the coming of spring. This is a 15 day festival that falls anywhere between January 20th and February 20th on… Continue reading Top 5 Books for Lunar New Year Celebrations
The author reflects on their struggles with a challenging Anatomy and Physiology course while introducing the book "Saint Catherine." The story follows Catherine, a recovering Catholic, who grapples with guilt and existential fears after skipping Mass, leading her to confront both personal and paranormal demons. The review praises the book's exploration of faith, guilt, and morality, highlighting its compelling narrative and themes.
Hello everyone and happy Saturday. I hope you have had a good week. I've been reading Origins Progeny for a few weeks now. I wanted to share my thoughts about it. Synopsis Origins Progeny is the second book in the Children of Alpheios series. The Children of Alpheosis was the winner of a Firebird award.… Continue reading Exploring Origins Progeny: A Sci-Fi Journey Worth Reading
I hope you all are doing well. As I write this a winter storm is due to hit today. I hope my power stays on. I have a lot of things to do. Schoolwork and D&D are my main tasks, but I have others too. I just wanted to drop in and bring you my… Continue reading Witchlight Review: A Charming Queer Graphic Novel
The post discusses the author's enjoyment of January's cold weather and their return to school, highlighting the challenges of online learning and ADHD. It summarizes the graphic novel "Halfway to Somewhere," which follows Ave, a middle schooler navigating identity and family issues after relocating. The reviewed story resonates particularly with Hispanic readers.
On Guard, a middle school graphic novel by Cassidy Wasserman, explores the challenging relationship between mothers and daughters, particularly during the tween years. The story follows Grace, navigating life's struggles after her parents' divorce. It highlights emotional immaturity in parenting and emphasizes that toxic relationships are not the child's fault. Highly recommended for young teens.
The content discusses "Fandom For Us, By Us," a book by Alfred L. Martin Jr. that examines Black fandoms through themes of class, clout, canon, and comfort. It highlights how Black fans engage with media differently than white fans, using examples from popular culture. The review praises its academic depth while noting its complexity.
The summary reflects on the graphic novel "Himawari House," which explores the lives of three exchange students—Nao, Hyejung, and Tina—in Tokyo. They face personal challenges related to cultural heritage and family expectations while forming a strong bond. The novel's black-and-white art and multilingual dialogue enhance the narrative, making it relatable and engaging.
I recieved this book through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. I've always been a fan of space so I was excited for this book. I really enjoyed learning about the history of women in NASA's space program. Synopsis This book for young readers is an excellent adaptation of the book of the same… Continue reading The Six: Women of NASA’s Space Program
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