Third Quarter Book Haul || 2018 | Summary and Q&A

TL;DR

Adriana shares her book haul from July to September, featuring a diverse range of genres and themes.

Key Insights

• 📔 Adriana's book haul features diverse genres, including romance, historical fiction, and graphic novels.
• ❓ She highlights the importance of representation and inclusivity in literature, with a focus on queer and Latinx voices.
• 🎥 Adriana mentions revisiting and discussing books after watching their film adaptations, showcasing the interplay between books and movies.
• 📽️ Through her dedicated project, Adriana explores various #ownvoices Latinx books to broaden her understanding of different cultures.
• ❓ She recommends "The House of Impossible Beauties" and "The Adventure Zone: Here There be Gerblins" for their exceptional storytelling and inclusivity.
• 😑 Adriana expresses excitement for the release of "Check, Please!" and the UK edition of "Muse of Nightmares."
• 📔 She highlights the significance of her book haul, which includes books she has already read and enjoyed.

Transcript

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Questions & Answers

Q: What is "Fence" by Johanna the Mad and C.S. Pacat about?

"Fence" is a queer sports comic featuring Nicholas and Seiji, rival fencers from different backgrounds who clash as roommates.

Q: What are the highlights of "Crazy Rich Asians" by Kevin Kwan?

"Crazy Rich Asians" is an uproarious #ownvoices romance where Rachel attends her boyfriend's wedding in Singapore, only to discover his wealthy family.

Q: Can you provide details about "The Air You Breathe" by Frances de Pontes Peebles?

"The Air You Breathe" is an #ownvoices queer Latinx historical fiction novel that follows the friendship and musical partnership of Dores and Graça on a sugar plantation.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Adriana acquires a mix of books, including a queer sports comic, a romantic comedy set in Singapore, and a historical fiction novel about a queer Latinx duo in the music industry.

• She also revisits and discusses "To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before" after watching the Netflix adaptation.

• Adriana explores #ownvoices Latinx literature and introduces books such as "Next Year in Havana" and "The House of [the] Spirits."