1.Blue Sisters; Coco Mellors(7/10)
is a raw and emotional exploration of grief, addiction, and the fragile bond between siblings. Author writes with intensity and poetic flair, pulling readers into the chaos of a sister’s unraveling after a devastating loss. While the characters sometimes drift into melodrama, the emotional core remains sincere and deeply felt. A flawed but memorable portrayal of love, loss, and identity.
2. Yellowface – R.F. Kuang (10/10)
A razor-sharp, provocative novel that slices through the publishing industry’s hypocrisies with wit and fury. Yellowface follows a white writer who steals an Asian author’s manuscript—and identity—unraveling a brilliant commentary on cultural appropriation, racism, and the hunger for fame. Kuang’s voice is bold, unflinching, and addictive. This is not just a page-turner—it’s a necessary reckoning.
3. My Friends – Fredrik Backman (10/10)
Just like the title says—Friends—it’s all about connection, diversity, acceptance, and those teenage years when darkness can feel overwhelming. When “I love you” isn’t enough, and all you can say is, “I believe in you.”
I cried my eyes out and laughed out loud so many times. True friendship really is worth more than words.
One part hit me especially hard: since becoming a parent nine months ago, I was devastated by how many children are treated like they’re to blame for everything. And yet, those little angels still love us deeply. They are our hearts—they feel what we feel.
This book will break your heart.
Still, I truly recommend reading it. At the very least, it might help you understand your kids better—or remind you to call that friend who helped you survive your hardest years. And maybe, just maybe, feel a little more grateful.
4. The Four Seasons in Japan – Nick Bradley (10/10)
A beautifully woven love letter to Japan, literature, and transformation. Through the story of a mysterious manuscript and the people it touches, Bradley explores loneliness, healing, and the ways stories can change our lives. The novel captures the rhythm of Japanese seasons and the subtle beauty of everyday life. Poetic, soulful, and unforgettable—this book is a quiet marvel.
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