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Since I don't write full reviews for every books I read (at least not yet), I decided that I'm going to do monthly wrap-ups. Generally, I try to do a short Goodreads reviews so I remember what I liked/didn't like about each book. So at the end of each month (or beginning, depending on how well I keep on top of things), I will compile those little reviews and post them here! Here is my September 2021 Wrap-Up 1. Jay’s Gay Agenda by Jason June 2 out of 5 stars This book wasn't bad, but I just didn't love it. Part of this I know comes down to personal taste. But also, Jay just wasn't the mostly likeable at times. And his friendship with Lu and the hypocrisy there as rather annoying. 2. The Vanishing Stair by Maureen Johnson 4 out of 5 stars This was a really good follow-up to the first book. It answered a lot of questions, but still left a lot unresolved for book 3. 3. The Hawthorne Legacy by Jennifer Lynn Barnes 5 out of 5 stars This sequel did not disappoint. It kept me on the edge of my seat, had plenty of twists, answered a lot of my questions, but still left me wanting more. Now I just have to wait for book 3! 4. Eat Your Heart Out by Kelly de Vos 2 out of 5 stars This book was fun and gory. I really liked the commentary on diet culture. But... ***SPOILER*** The twist that it was all a government conspiracy to make super soldiers? Not a fan. But honestly, any time the surprise twist is government experiments, I check out. 5. White Smoke by Tiffany D. Jackson 3 out of 5 stars This book was engaging from the first page. It was spooky and intense and really interesting. Tiffany D. Jackson knows how to write a good thriller. My issue with this book was that some of the side plots just seemed a bit out of place. 6. Me (Moth) by Amber McBride 4 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed this. It was a quick read, but I immediately wanted to reread it. It was haunting and beautiful. 7. The Passing Playbook by Isaac Fitzsimmons 4 out of 5 stars Content Warning: transphobia, bullying I really liked that this touched on the topic of trans kids n sports, which is a very timely subject. I also liked that the book focused more on all of the support Spencer received, rather than hate.I just wish that it had gone a bit deeper into the sports topic. It took a long time to get there, and then it was over. 8. Act Cool by Tobly McSmith 4 out of 5 stars Content Warning: transphobia, homophobia, suicidal ideation, conversion therapy It was interesting to read about the various roles August plays in his life as he is trying to find himself. While this makes him come off as a jerk at times, it still works. But I would not give this book to just anyone. It was tough to read at times and I had to take some breaks while reading. 9. In the Shadow of the Fallen Towers: The Seconds, Minutes, Hours, Days, Weeks, Months, and Years after the 9/11 Attacks by Don Brown 4 out of 5 stars This book is a great look at the events of 9/11 and the lingering impact. I liked that it did discuss the Islamophobia that came after the attacks, which is a very important part of the story. The illustrations were haunting and I thought helped really tell the heartbreaking story.
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