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Little Fires Everywhere

by Celeste Ng

This poignant and dramatic masterpiece shows what happens when the well-to-do Richardson family starts getting involved in the matters of the unconventional Warren family. Secrets get dug up when both families get tangled up in a moral dilemma turned huge political debate that shakes up the otherwise peaceful and rule-abiding town of Shaker Heights, Ohio. This novel is a masterclass in empathy, and one that I will joyfully return to time and time again. Review by: Devon

The Beast's Heart

by Leife Shallcross

This story is a wondrous tale of beauty and the beast. This time it's told by the beast. Through his eyes the story unfolds. It has new plots and twists but it holds the original flavor of the classic. A wonderful sweet retelling of a classic I will be sure to re-read it over and over again. Review by: Julie