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you should see me in a crown by leah johnson, contemporary books book blogger, goodreads, black lives matter, books by black authors
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You Should See Me In A Crown By Leah Johnson: Audiobook Review

You Should See Me In A Crown is a f/f romance contemporary. There’s drama, friendship, racism and homophobia involved in this prom themed story. Warning, trigger warnings may contain spoilers: trigger warnings: death of a parent (off-page), loved ones with chronic illness, racism, homophobia, bullying, illness, mental illness (panic and anxiety attacks), vomiting Introduction To You Should See Me In A Crown Liz Lighty has never … Continue reading You Should See Me In A Crown By Leah Johnson: Audiobook Review

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the poet x by elizabeth acevedo, poetry books, contemporary books, coming of age, diverse books, own voices books, goodreads, book blogger, bookstagrammer
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The Poet X By Elizabeth Acevedo: Book Review

Poet X is a heart-wrenching novel filled with slam poetry and exploring matters such a religion, culture, femininity, harassment and more. For a debut novel, The Poet X is fantastic and I’ll hold it close to my heart. Introduction To The Poet X Xiomara Batista feels trapped and unheard in Harlem. But she refuses to be silent and pours her heart and soul into her … Continue reading The Poet X By Elizabeth Acevedo: Book Review

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the black kids, simon schuster, ya contemporary, goodreads, book blogger, 90s book, black lives matter
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The Black Kids By Christina Hammonds Reed: Book Review

The Black Kids is a YA contemporary set in the 1990s. It follows the story of Ashley, a wealthy black teenager who has been sheltered a little too much throughout her life. Also, this book is coming of age and set in the times of Rodney King Riots. I have received a free copy of this book, however all thoughts and opinions are my own … Continue reading The Black Kids By Christina Hammonds Reed: Book Review

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star daughter by shveta thakrar, diverse books by south asian authors, asian authors, ya fantasy, contemporary new release books, goodreads, book blogger, bookstagrammer, blog tour
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Star Daughter By Shveta Thakrar: Review And Book Recommendations!

Star Daughter By Shveta Thakrar is a contemporary fantasy blended with Hindu mythology and Desi culture. This is my stop for the Hear Our Voices blog tour and I’ll be including a #ownvoice reflection and book recommendations in this review! Introduction To Star Daughter Sheetal is half mortal, half star. She lives a semi normal teenage life, but it’s clear that the calling of the … Continue reading Star Daughter By Shveta Thakrar: Review And Book Recommendations!

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dear martin, nic stone diverse books by black authors, black authors, ya contemporary goodreads, book blogger, bookstagrammer,
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Dear Martin By Nic Stone: Book Review

Dear Martin is a YA contemporary which tackles American race relations. An extremely important novel especially due to recent events. Before I continue on with this review, please remember that the Black Lives Matter Movement has not stopped and will not stop until justice is served. My post 270+ Books By Black Authors includes educational and donation links which I’d highly suggest checking out. Warning, … Continue reading Dear Martin By Nic Stone: Book Review

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more than just a pretty face, syed m masood, goodreads, netgalley, book blogger,bookstagram, ya contemporary, romance, muslim representation
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More Than Just A Pretty Face By Syed M. Masood: Book Review

More Than Just A Pretty Face by Syed M. Masood is a YA contemporary romance about family expectations and falling in love. I’d like to thank NetGalley and Hodder Books for providing me this E-arc for an honest review. Introduction To More Than Just A Pretty Face Readers are introduced to Danyal Jilani, an aspiring chef. Unfortunately, his father doesn’t approve. Along with that, his … Continue reading More Than Just A Pretty Face By Syed M. Masood: Book Review

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love from a to z, book blog, goodreads, romance, contemporary, ya, muslim representation, bookstagram , s.k. ali, missmaddychats
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Love From A To Z By S.K. Ali: Book Review

Love From A To Z is a thought provoking YA romance/ contemporary following the journey of Zayneb and Adam and how they deal with Islamophobia and the troubles life throws at them. An educating read for those who don’t know much about the Islamic faith and the struggles Muslims go through on a daily basis. A relatable read for Muslims who deal with hate for … Continue reading Love From A To Z By S.K. Ali: Book Review

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audiobook, sadie, youn adult, ya, thriller, good reads, book blogger, bookstagram
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Sadie By Courtney Summers: Audiobook Review

The Sadie audiobook was one of the first audiobooks I had listened to and I was not disappointed! Audiobooks are so good to have on the go, I highly recommend them. I have a post discussing whether or not they class as proper books here. Introduction To Sadie, Audiobook Sadie has raised her 13 year old sister Mattie as their mother is absent and is … Continue reading Sadie By Courtney Summers: Audiobook Review

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the flatshare by Beth O' Leary, ,ebook,goodreads, book review, contemporary, romance, book blogger, bookstagram
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The Flatshare By Beth O’ Leary: Book Review

The Flatshare is a Rom-com including friends to lovers, so count me in! It is an original, funny and a heartwarming read I never knew I needed. After asking you over on my bookstagram, what your favourite tropes are, this book popped up a lot for friends to lovers! So I decided to give it a read, after all I am on a romance binge! … Continue reading The Flatshare By Beth O’ Leary: Book Review

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