The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling Book Review- Food, Family, and Mental Health

Hello everyone! Today I’m bringing you a book review for an entertaining story about life in a restaurant, Asian identity, finding love, and dealing with mental illnesses. Title: The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling Author: Wai Chim Genre: YA Contemporary Content Warnings: Mental illness, Depression, Parental abuse, Racism, Bullying, Attempted suicide Rating: 4⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Unspoilery … Continue reading The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling Book Review- Food, Family, and Mental Health

Solitaire Book Review- School, Life, and Friendship

Hello everyone! Today I’m bringing you all a review for a stunning book that was deep, real, and shocking. This story was full of drama and anger, and it has many trigger warnings that I recommend reading through prior to starting this amazing book. Title: Solitaire Author: Alice Oseman Content Warnings: Suicidal thoughts, self-harm, depression, … Continue reading Solitaire Book Review- School, Life, and Friendship

It’s Kind of a Funny Story- a Book About Mental Health

Title: It’s Kind of a Funny Story Author: Ned Vizzini Rating: 5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Quote: “Everybody has problems. Some people just hide their crap better than others. But people aren’t going to look at you and run away.” Unspoilery Blurb Craig Gilner is a smart and capable young man entering high school, that is until the pressures … Continue reading It’s Kind of a Funny Story- a Book About Mental Health