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The Godfather by Mario Puzo
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World by Patricia McCormick, Malala Yousafzai
inspiring
fast-paced
3.5
It shows that this was written by a young person but it was v informative.
Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration by Ed Catmull, Amy Wallace
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.75
Incredibly insightful, focuses on business stuff but easy to apply to your whole life and relationships in general. Easy, interesting read
Too Good to Leave, Too Bad to Stay: A Step-By-Step Guide to Help You Decide Whether to Stay in or Get Out of Your Relationship by Mira Kirshenbaum
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
4.5
Great diagnostics to get your head around relationships.
How Not to Die Alone by Richard Roper
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Lighthearted and kind
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Death, Suicide, and Stalking
Minor: Alcoholism
Sissy: A Coming-of-Gender Story by Jacob Tobia
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.75
Jacob gives both a great memoir and great perspective to life beyond the gender binary- an incredible read to expand and enhance your own preconceived gender ideals. Highly recommend to anyone.