A powerful and moving teen graphic novel memoir about immigration, belonging, and how arts can save a life—perfect for fans of American Born Chinese and Hey, Kiddo.
For as long as she can remember, it‘s been Robin and her mom against the world. Growing up as the only child of a single mother in Seoul, Korea, wasn‘t always easy, but it has bonded them fiercely together.
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pickWhat a powerful read!
This memoir is about experiencing trauma, unlearning it, and breaking cycles. It is extremely personal and heartfelt. I loved how the author portrayed trauma as complex, which it is.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/05/20/review-girl-unlearned/
pickThis was a cute rom-com!
The premise is so fun. Two authors facing immense writers block decide to “switch” plot ideas for their next books.
The star of the book was the two authors, Allie and Martin, and their writing relationship and friendship. I love that an old male crime author can become friends with a young female romance author.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/05/17/review-the-plot-twist/
I attended a one day work conference and they had carts of arcs (advanced reading copies).
I felt like a kid in a candy store!
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pickThis is the second book in the Miner & Mulville series, but can be read as a standalone. I have not read the first book and was able to follow this book just fine.
My first impression was that it was very evident the author is a doctor. The medical parts were incredibly detailed.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/05/09/review-change-of-heart-miner-mulv...
pickThis was a super cute middle grade romance!
First off, I loved the amusement park setting. The majority of the story took place there and it worked so well. It was fun and added to the playfulness of the romance. The park reminded me a lot of the fictional Walley World from the movie, “National Lampoon‘s Vacation” (which is a movie I love).
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/05/06/review-meet-me-at-wonderland/
pickWhat a gorgeous Hawaiian mystery drama!
I‘ve been to Hawai‘i many times, but surprisingly I have never been to Kaua‘i. I was very eager to get a glimpse of the island through this book and it did not disappoint.
This book may be classified as a mystery, but it is so much more than that. It explores Hawaiian life, especially the family dynamics.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/05/03/review-kauai-storm/
Read in April 2025
18 Books
Five 5-Star reads this month:
• All Good People Here
• The Marriage Act
• The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store
• The Seven Year Slip
• Haruki Murakami Manga Stories 3
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pickThis was an incredible look into the Italian resistance and the women involved!
Going into this book, I didn‘t know a whole lot about what went on in Italy during WWII. That being said, I learned so much from this book, not just about these 4 courageous women, but also about the war in general.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/04/28/review-women-of-war/
