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Gratitude by Oliver Sacks

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emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced

3.5

brief; book of 4 essays on life.

Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly

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challenging dark emotional hopeful sad slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

This book was challenging and was also based on a true story. It made me want to go to Ravensbruck and Lublin to understand the horrors the women endured.  A tale of hope when there is none to be had. Made me grateful for everything I have.

My Life as a Villainess: Essays by Laura Lippman

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funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

3.5

A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman

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emotional funny relaxing slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Silence In the Age of Noise by Erling Kagge

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reflective relaxing medium-paced

4.5

Keep Moving: Notes on Loss, Creativity, and Change by Maggie Smith

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hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing medium-paced

4.5

Good coffee table book. 
Love Warrior by Glennon Doyle

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emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced

3.75