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Know your local history! This short, accessible, and super educational book examines the unique experiences of Mexican guest workers, migrants, and immigrants in the PNW and their enduring impacts on environmentalism, labor rights, immigrant rights, and the ag industry in our region. I learned so much! [Adrienne]
My favorite Murakami novel of all the ones I've read. In his straightforward lyrical style, he explores characteristic themes: identity, yearning, and liminal moments; but this one also has a character who encounters a doppelganger - and the impact is memorable. I still think about it, most often when I'm driving. [Blanca]
Fannie Lou Hamer is a hero of mine. Her work organizing, speaking, singing, and fighting against injustice perpetually inspires me and spurs me to action. This new biography both gives historical details of Hamer's life and times and contextualizes her legacy for use in modern struggles and shows how relevant her work and words still are today. [sweet pea]
I got more into meditation this year, especially Buddhist-informed practice.This book is grounded in yoga and meditation, but uses its platform to explore social justice. I learned a lot and gained a lot from it. [Karen]
The unique form - a novel bordering on short fiction - and depth of this book blew me away. A group of friends are desperately trying to live lives of purpose, while they're also hurting and loving and making mistakes... and just trying to figure it all out. Highly relatable imo. [Adrienne]
If you're looking for a great, quick read, then this book fits the bill. Hawkins takes her time to introduce her characters through realistic dialogue & vignettes of their past - all to lead up to the fast-pasted climax! [Blanca]
This book is perfect for anyone who loves horror films, sorry Jade, slashers. As a real life slasher unfolds around her, Jade knows the signs as she sees it unfold, yet assuming she can't be the final girl as she is native, not virginal, and a horror chick. The book is variously a horror novel, a look at racism and native displacement, and a look at inter-generational trauma. It's truly like nothing I have ever read. [sweet pea]
Do you like having your heart ripped out before the HEA? Same. I hardly ever cry at books, but this did make me tear up. But, with the angst comes awesome bi representation by a bi author, who understands how to write these stories and do them well. [Danielle]
A love letter to the power of books framed with civil unrest and a global pandemic. Set in Minneapolis from All Saint's Day 2019-2020, this year of a novel covers a lot. And there's even a bookstore haunting from the store's most annoying customers. These characters are so alive in my mind. [Karen]
How does someone write this beautifully?? A mother and adult daughter go on a trip abroad together. In this ostensibly simple storyline lies so much depth and nuance about relationships and family. If you're looking for a short but moving read, pick this one up. [Adrienne]
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