Mr. Acton started reading Looking for Group by Alexis Hall
Drew's always prided himself on being the "right" kind of nerd. He plays sports, has …
Before the more challenging books, it’s time for one more queer romance.
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Mr. Acton started reading Like Real People Do by E.L. Massey (Breakaway #1)
Nineteen-year-old hockey phenom Alexander Price is the youngest-ever captain in the NHL. With a polarizing …
A book club book that isn’t about grief? A cute gay hockey romance? Let’s go!
Mr. Acton rated How We Named the Stars: 5 stars
How We Named the Stars by Andrés N. Ordorica
Set between the United States and México, Andrés N. Ordorica’s debut novel is a tender and lyrical exploration of belonging, …
Mr. Acton commented on How We Named the Stars by Andrés N. Ordorica
Set between the United States and México, Andrés N. Ordorica’s debut novel is a tender …
A beautifully devastating story of grief, growth, and love.
Mr. Acton started reading How We Named the Stars by Andrés N. Ordorica
Set between the United States and México, Andrés N. Ordorica’s debut novel is a tender …
The prologue has already made me tear up as the its narrator talks of wanting Daniel to remain untouched by pain despite knowing that Daniel can withstand it.
I hope he can.
Mr. Acton finished reading The Wild Robot Protects by Peter Brown
Life for Roz and the animals on their island is wild, natural, harmonious. Her son …
A wonderful way to wrap up the series with focus on how the environment affects us all and how we can drastically affect the environment.
Mr. Acton started reading The Wild Robot Protects by Peter Brown
Life for Roz and the animals on their island is wild, natural, harmonious. Her son …
Time to finish the trilogy. The writing is beautiful though simple for middle grade readers.
Mr. Acton wants to read Sixteen Souls by Rosie Talbot
September Heartstopper Discord Book Club Book
Goodbye fluffy book club books this month…
Mr. Acton wants to read How We Named the Stars by Andrés N. Ordorica
Set between the United States and México, Andrés N. Ordorica’s debut novel is a tender …
September Library Book Club pick
Mr. Acton finished reading A Gentleman's Gentleman by TJ Alexander
From the acclaimed author of Chef’s Kiss, a groundbreaking trans Regency romance that’s both delightfully …
A sweet romance about breaking away from how others see you and living your authentic self. A wonderful beach read in the waning weeks of summer.
Mr. Acton rated Tell the Wolves I'm Home: 4 stars
Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
It is 1987, and only one person has ever truly understood fourteen-year-old June Elbus -- her uncle, the renowned painter …
Mr. Acton finished reading Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
It is 1987, and only one person has ever truly understood fourteen-year-old June Elbus -- …
Content warning Plot spoilers to at least 30% of the book.
Generally really good, but a tough read. The MC’s romantic crush on the dying uncle is uncomfortable to read but realistic for someone who might be unsure about their sexuality, esp allo v. ace to put their crush on a “safe” person. I can’t tell if it’s only character perception, but it seems like Finn and Toby have no existence outside of June after they moved to NYC. Were they both shut ins? It doesn’t seem like it.
Mr. Acton started reading Tell the Wolves I'm Home by Carol Rifka Brunt
It is 1987, and only one person has ever truly understood fourteen-year-old June Elbus -- …
I’m pretty sure this book is going to break me. I could use a good break. 😮💨 #bookclub
Mr. Acton reviewed Murder in the Dressing Room by Holly Stars (A Misty Divine Mystery, #1)
A poisoned chocolate. A stolen dress. An elusive catburglar. Drag’s not just dramatic, it’s deadly. …
A fun tropey draggy first novel by Holly Stars!
4 stars
I had a great time following Misty Divine as she plowed her way through solving the murder of her friend and mentor, Lady Lady. Hotel administrator by day and cabaret performer by night. It definitely has first novel energy. Looking back, there were a couple things I wish were done differently by the character and the author, but I was enthralled as I turned page after page.
It was an also a good showcase of the struggles of living an authentic life from both outside forces and the famed inner saboteurs. It may open the eyes if those who only experience drag via tv and the occasional brunch.
I look forward to the next book to see the growth of both the author and Misty’s investigative skills.
Mr. Acton started reading Murder in the Dressing Room by Holly Stars (A Misty Divine Mystery, #1)
A poisoned chocolate. A stolen dress. An elusive catburglar. Drag’s not just dramatic, it’s deadly. …
This is pretty fun so far. Cozy murder mystery meets drag queens.