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A bold, lyrical debut: My review of Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar —exploring grief, faith, and survival in a novel that challenges and moves readers.

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My review of John Green’s Everything is Tuberculosis: a heartbreaking, brilliant novel about illness, identity, and hope you won’t forget.

August 15, 2025

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Powerful and unflinching, The Hate U Give gives voice to a movement and a generation. A must-read for teens and adults alike.

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Turtles All the Way Down by John Green

John Green’s Turtles All the Way Down offers a deeply honest look at mental health, love, and identity—told with his signature wit and heart.

June 29, 2025

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All the Colors of the Dark Book Review

Discover how little things make a big difference in Malcolm Gladwell’s The Tipping Point—a smart, story-driven look at what makes trends take off.

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The Tipping Point Book Review

Discover how little things make a big difference in Malcolm Gladwell’s The Tipping Point—a smart, story-driven look at what makes trends take off.

June 1, 2025

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