I've fallen behind on recording what I've read, so I'll just give quick reviews
Goldfinch: Interesting and well written but felt too dark after numerous chapters on teenage drug use and delinquency. Reminded me of Cather in the Rye.
Too Much Happiness: Second reading, love her short stories.
The Leviathan: First steam punk young adult book I have read and it was enjoyable. Maybe a little too teenage boyish for total enjoyment. But good.
The Ocean At the End of the Lane: Very clever storytelling but lacked something bigger in my opinion. I wanted more revealed about truth/the world from the fantasy adventure. Fast read and fun.
I am Malala: I love this girl. I respect her parents deeply. The history of the region was very interesting but a little confusing in the way she told it. I think this is an important narrative for our generation and should be told and/or read by all involved in making a difference.
Room: So strange to read from a kids point of view the entire time, and by strange I mean annoying. It was interesting the points the book made and I'm beyond glad it didn't dwell on the darkness of the room, but I was very tired of this little's boy's voice by the end.
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