Litsy

Chain-Gang All-Stars: A Novel | Adjei-Brenyah, Nana K

Very pleased with the 170 books I read this year! 86 were nonfiction. It‘s the first time I‘ve hit 50%. It‘s not intentional, but I like to look back at year‘s end and compare fiction vs nonfiction for my own satisfaction, I guess. 🙂 Overall favorite was, without a doubt, Chain-Gang All-Stars. Best novel I‘ve read in years. YEARS.

#2023reads #topreads

Tamra Long Way Down is so good! 12mo

BarbaraBB In years?! Wow! 12mo

5feet.of.fury Nice! I only read 9% nonfiction last year & so many of those made my top books of the year that I‘m going to try to go up to 20% 12mo

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britt_brooke @Tamra I‘ve only read the graphic novel adaptation but it was so good. I want to read the novel, too. 12mo

britt_brooke @BarbaraBB Crazy, I know! It hit just right. 12mo

britt_brooke @5feet.of.fury That‘s such a great goal! You can totally do it. ✨ 12mo

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Erinreadsthebooks

Heartstopper Volume Four (Heartstopper #4) | Alice Oseman

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This volume dealt with some more serious issues, but still a quick and enjoyable read. Squeezed it in just in time #2023reads

dabbe 🖤🐾🐾🖤 12mo

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rugma.m

The Fault in Our Stars | John Green

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~08 August 2023~

Its was epic!!!

#2023reads #TFIOS

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rugma.m

Perks of Being a Wallflower (Media Tie-In) | Stephen Chbosky

~23 July 2023~

“We accept the love we think we deserve.”

#2023reads #currentread

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rugma.m

Letters from a Father to His Daughter | Jawaharlal Nehru

~15 July 2023~

Fine buildings, fine pictures and books and everything that is beautiful are certainly signs of civilisation, but an even better sign is a fine man who is unselfish and works with others for the good of all.

#puffinbooks #2023reads

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theliteraryagenda

Quiet: Creating Grace-Based Rhythms for Spending Time with Jesus | Naomi Vacaro

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I loved this book! The author shared parts of her story as they related to her topic, which made for a great, relatable read. Each chapter had a couple of questions at the end, making it a great resource for reading with another person. Highly recommend for a woman in any stage of faith, whether new believer or seasoned Christian. #2023reads #audio

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ashw21

Cold Enough for Snow | Jessica Au

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A stunning and introspective story of a girl travelling through Japan with her elderly mother. A trip to find connection with each other lead to reminiscing about the past and their stories. Can the bond of a parent and child transcend generational and cultural differences? Our desires might be different, our vision on contentment might be different.. such a contemplative and meditative book! Beautiful imagery of Japan too! #2023reads #japan

Ruthiella This one is high on my list. Great review! 👍 2y

BarbaraBB Wonderful review. I just read the book too and you describe it so well! 2y

ashw21 @BarbaraBB Thank you so much and I loved your review too! What a gorgeous book and I am so happy it is getting so much attention! 2y

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ashw21 @Ruthiella I hope you enjoy it, not really plot-driven but very contemplative! 2y

sarahbarnes I‘m excited to read this one! 2y

ashw21 @sarahbarnes I hope you enjoy it as I did! 2y

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quanners

Fifty Words for Rain: A Novel | Asha Lemmie

☀️☀️☀️☀️ Great book that I will add to my library. There‘s no sunshine & rainbows, but there is beautiful prose. It‘s a love story. It‘s a survival story. It‘s a story about family, hatred, resolve, & acceptance. #bookworm #avidreader #2023reads

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