It's hard to put into words my thoughts on this book, but I think that everyone should read this, and not because it is some sensational, "great" book. It forces you to think deeply about forgiveness and innocence, to ponder whether or not we, as humans, have the power judge whether or not someone can truly be atoned for their sins.

This book is an extremely interesting look into the sentimental novel. Rowson's narrative reminds me of a story a mother would tell her daughter in order to help her find the "right" husband and live the "right" way. Not progressive in terms of women's literature at all, but definitely worth exploring.

It's also extremely melodramatic, so it's a bit like reading a soap opera where the narrator keeps telling you how to interpret the different scenes.

Really enjoyed this book. Read it for a class focused on post-modern British Literature and the global event. Roy masterfully weaves the story of two young twins and the horror they face. Highly recommend.

I cried at least 6 times, so I can't do anything but HIGHLY recommend. Zentner wrote a fantastic YA coming-of-age novel with the emotional depth of The Perks of Being a Wallflower and Where Things Come Back.

Highly recommend. Smith explores the intersection of race and class, as well as perception of self in regard to race and class. The structure of the novel lends itself to start discussions about race and class, especially how people may be hindered and discriminated against because of these factors.

I really enjoyed Nelson's essay-memoir discussing feminism, identity, motherhood, and womanhood, in general. Her raw honesty is inviting to the reader, and her perspective allowed me to better understand gender-fluidity and queer relationships. I highly recommend this book. It's also rather short, so it does not take long to read.