Books, Fiction

The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates

The Water Dancer delves into magical realism and familiar themes of justice, humanity, freedom, and equality. Ta-Nehisi Coates sets his debut novel in pre-Civil War Virginia. Though the prose is excellent and interesting, I found the story largely forgettable.

Books, NonFiction

Last Boat Out of Shanghai by Helen Zia

Helen Zia brings a human and personal aspect to the struggle and resilience of the thousands of people fleeing Shanghai during the communist revolution.

Style

Easter Outfits

Easter is about more than just getting a new outfit. I will be spending it with my parents in Iowa. Obviously, I'm making them hide eggs for me because I'm not terribly good at adulting.

Books, NonFiction

The Bold World by Jodie Patterson

A deep dive into gender, race, relationships, and what it means to grow and be human. Jodie Patterson confronts it all when she realizes her daughter is her son, Penelope.