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  • The Beautiful Novel of Mina Lee

    The Beautiful Novel of Mina Lee

    The Last Story of Mina Lee by Nancy Jooyoun Kim This book was a beautiful read! Nancy Jooyoun Kim crafted a gorgeous story about family, loss, language, and tragedy. I loved the dual timelines that told the story of Mina Lee and her daughter, Margot. With differences in culture, understanding, and desires, this mother-daughter relationship…

  • Broken: A (Funny) Tale of Mental Illness

    Broken: A (Funny) Tale of Mental Illness

    Book Review: Broken (in the best possible way) by Jenny Lawson Jenny Lawson writes with honesty, vulnerability, and power. She brings truth to the page as she explains what it’s like to be in the dark hole of depression and anxiety while you lose shards of your soul. She brings levity to the story as…

  • Finlay Donovan: Murderess for Hire

    Finlay Donovan: Murderess for Hire

    Book Review: Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano If you’re looking for a wild romp of a novel that puts a woman who’s life is falling apart against her ex-husband’s fiancé, then Finlay Donovan is Killing It should be your next read. This book was funny and fresh with a touch of murder-for-hire…

  • The Final Revival of Opal & Nev

    The Final Revival of Opal & Nev

    Book Review: The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton I know there have been comparisons to Daisy Jones & the Six, but The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton goes so far beyond the story of a journalism-style review of a 1970s rock group. This book, oh my goodness.…

  • The Death of Vivek Oji

    The Death of Vivek Oji

    Book Review: The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi The Death of Vivek Oji by Akwaeke Emezi is a beautiful novel about love, loss, and finding your true self. Set in Nigeria, the story focuses on Vivek, his life and mysterious death, and his family, especially his cousin Osita. While alive, Vivek struggles to…