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She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan

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I liked this even more the second time. I think it took me the second read to more fully grasp the story. 
Golden Son by Pierce Brown

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Ummmm ouch?
Crimson Rivers by bizarrestars

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The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco

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 I think I need to read this a second time to fully get a grasp on it. 
All My Rage by Sabaa Tahir

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Wow. Spectacular. This book made me feel every emotion. 
The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the American Church's Complicity in Racism by Jemar Tisby

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informative reflective tense medium-paced
An historical approach that outlines the complicity of racism within the Christian church within the United States. This was well organized and extremely informative. I think this book would be great introduction and first step to understanding the country's racist history through the lens of Christianity. It is a book I think every white Christian should read in their life, with an open mind and an open heart. 
The Color Purple by Alice Walker

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challenging emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
The Color Purple was marvelous. Truly a modern, American classic. The story of Celie is difficult and beautiful. Her resilience is so deeply felt and her growth inspiring. I loved this book. 

Additionally, the new movie is great, and I would highly recommend it.
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Delicious Monsters by Liselle Sambury

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dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
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Six Wives of Henry VIII by Alison Weir

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informative reflective sad medium-paced
Juniper & Thorn by Ava Reid

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challenging dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
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