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This novel was a tough read but in the best way. Toni Morrison is so good at painting a picture with words, and does a phenomenal job reading the audiobook.
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pick#WithTheBanned @Jadams89
This novel was a tough read but in the best way. Toni Morrison is so good at painting a picture with words, and does a phenomenal job reading the audiobook.
This was my first time reading,
and oof, heartbreaking.
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pickThis month's #WithTheBanned read is not gentle. It takes on internalized and external racism, generational trauma, and the harm of lack of diverse representation in media. It's a stunning read, but review the content warnings. The end includes an excellent afterward by the author that delves into her choice to explore these themes through the lense of such a traumatic, unaverage case. I was disappointed in what she equates homosexuality to.
pickOverwhelming, indeed. There‘s so much here to parse through. And to think this was Toni Morrison‘s first novel.
I need time to gather my thoughts. Most immediately, I assume this is commonly “banned” for its description of sexual assault (and sex itself) but the anchor of this story is somehow even more heart-breaking? I doubt I‘d be able to handle it at a young age myself.
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This has been on my TBR for so long!!
Interestingly, I‘m diving in for #WithTheBanned by getting a copy from my local library - there was a short wait because several copies were set aside for a local school assignment! Makes me hopeful that meaningful conversations are being held locally at least!
pickI can‘t say I enjoyed this book. It is not enjoyable. It is an uncomfortable read. But it feels very relevant in today‘s climate.
I look forward to the discussion at the end of the month.
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My January #BookSpinBingo list is chockful of 14 #buddyreads 😅🫣
The rest of the list is made up of ARCs, tbr, and library books.
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pickRead for #withthebanned this book is banned for being sexually explicit & depicting CSA.
The book follows Pecola Breedlove and those around her, showing the impact of racism on her perception of herself. This racism includes internalized racism and being othered by those within her community and lack of support at home.
Very visceral, emotional and alarming. Not an enjoyable read but an impactful one.
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Here‘s the #WiththeBanned reading list for 2025. Feel free to skip any month. #buddyread
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Here‘s the #WiththeBanned reading list for 2025. Feel free to skip any month. #buddyread
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