Frankly in Love deserves 3.75 stars because of its educational content. You should read it if you want to read an #OwnVoices (authentic) book that explores the good and bad aspects of Korean culture.
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You Deserve to Devour This Rom-com
I highly recommend You Deserve Each Other because it comically illustrates how honesty and familiarity are prerequisites to a happy and fruitful marriage.
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Frankly, I’ve Never Been in Love
Thank you, Penguin Random House, for giving me an ARC of Frankly in Love and inspiring me to write about my nonexistent love life. …You have stolen my heart with one glance of your eyes, with one jewel of your neck. (Song of Solomon 4:9b) Love is everywhere. You can experience it through various relationships. You can…
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The Artistry of Silence
The Silence Between Us is a profound and diverse novel. I recommend it because it’s a story that illustrates the tenacity of the deaf community.
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We Hunt the Plot
This was a diverse but very boring debut. I finished it in a month even after downloading the Audible edition and listening to it at 1.5x speed. Sadly, the prowess of both narrators did not compensate for the slow pace of the plot.
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Don’t Compare This Novel to Six of Crows
I liked reading The Storm Crow because of its relatable characters and fascinating magic system. Regardless of its flaws, I’m excited about the sequel.
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A Foxy, Korean Debut
Wicked Fox is perfect for anyone who’s invested in diverse stories. For me, reading this book was a meaningful way to immerse myself in Korean culture.
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Hitler Doesn’t Deserve Any White Rose
I gave White Rose 4 stars because of its inspiring and scholarly content. If I lived during Hitler’s time, I wouldn’t be brave enough to be a martyr like Sophie and Hans.
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Familiar and Bloody Saints
Wicked Saints is a fast-paced fantasy with lots of familiar faces. The sense of déjà vu that I had was predominantly negative, but it might be positive for readers who intentionally look for books that remind them of their favorite fictional characters.
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Just Short of Enchanting
Don’t let my 3.75 stars discourage you from reading Enchantée. As far as “moral lessons” are concerned, it’s one of the most meaningful novels in my library.
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