New Books in Bloom
Immortal Dark is a unique vampire novel that reimagines vampirism through African mythology. The story follows Kidan Adane, an orphaned heiress searching for her kidnapped sister while navigating an elite university's dark world. The narrative explores themes of inner darkness, love, and sacrifice, featuring morally complex characters and unexpected twists.
The graphic novel "Fitting Indian" by Jyoti Chand explores mental health challenges in South Asian communities through the story of Nitasha, who struggles with parental expectations and feelings of isolation. As she spirals into self-destructive behaviors, she learns to confront her issues and advocate for mental health awareness alongside her mother. The novel provides a raw depiction of these important themes.
In March, the author enjoys reading, particularly "Lu and Ren's Guide to Geozoology," a graphic novel blending English and Chinese cultures with mythical creatures. The story follows Lu, searching for her missing grandmother, and explores family dynamics through her relationship with Ren. Despite some predictability, the cozy and engaging tale highlights emerging talent Angela Hsieh.
The author reflects on a difficult month marked by health issues and the loss of their cat. Despite these challenges, they remained productive, enjoying various books, including "Immortal Dark" and "We Still Belong." They look forward to resuming regular blogging and sharing their reading experience for March.
The author shares their recovery journey post-surgery, highlighting their enjoyment of reading, particularly the book "Berries and Greed." The novel features Beryl, a skeptical cult member, and Gried, a shy demiguru seeking a roommate. Their friendship evolves into romance, set against a backdrop of unique monster culture, earning five stars for creativity.
The author recounts a recent emergency gallbladder surgery, which disrupted their routine but allowed for some reading. They review "Hoops" by Matt Tavares, a graphic novel about a girls' basketball team in 1970s Indiana. The story parallels current discussions on gender in sports, earning it a four-star rating for its engaging narrative and art.
The Best Worst Summer of Esme Sun, by Wendy Wan-Long Shang, follows Esme as she navigates swimming, friendships, and her mother's expectations. Struggling with her identity and relationships, Esme faces challenges involving competition and social dynamics. The book explores themes of self-discovery and parental influence, making it relatable for young teens. It offers an engaging, relatable narrative and swimming insights.
The narrative revolves around a newly turned vampire, Amandine, and a diabetic young man, Perley, as they navigate their challenges while forming a sweet romance. Addressing themes of race, disability, and personal growth, the story highlights their unique bond and the struggles they face, ultimately leading to mutual understanding and resilience.
Hello everyone I hope your weekend has gone well. January was a long month for me. I started school for Medical Billing and Coding and continued to work on driving. We got a few snow days which was nice, because it gave me plenty of time to read. Also my D&D games continued to go… Continue reading Top Graphic Novels of January 2025
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.
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