shelbs_can_try's Reviews (694)

Dear Senthuran: A Black Spirit Memoir

Umm...wow.

Let Us Descend

I already knew Jesmyn Ward is a great writer, but now I confidently say she is one of my favorite writers. Wow, so good.

She Who Became the Sun

Shelley Parker-Chan

I liked this even more the second time. I think it took me the second read to more fully grasp the story.

Crimson Rivers

bizarrestars

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The Name of the Rose

Umberto Eco

I think I need to read this a second time to fully get a grasp on it.

All My Rage

Sabaa Tahir

Wow. Spectacular. This book made me feel every emotion.

The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the American Church's Complicity in Racism

Jemar Tisby

informative reflective tense medium-paced

An historical approach that outlines the complicity of racism within the Christian church within the United States. This was well organized and extremely informative. I think this book would be great introduction and first step to understanding the country's racist history through the lens of Christianity. It is a book I think every white Christian should read in their life, with an open mind and an open heart.

The Color Purple

Alice Walker

challenging emotional inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

The Color Purple was marvelous. Truly a modern, American classic. The story of Celie is difficult and beautiful. Her resilience is so deeply felt and her growth inspiring. I loved this book.

Additionally, the new movie is great, and I would highly recommend it.

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