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What we've been reading and watching
What We've Been Reading and Watching
Circ Mary’s Best Reads of 2020
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I can't say enough good things about this book! I learned so much and have gained a deeper understanding of how embedded racism is in our country and our…
Read more of this comment about StampedHaruf’s novels say so much using so few words. Each one, including this, is a treasure.
This is what I call a “gentle read”. I am always grateful when they come along. After turning the last page, I found myself smiling with satisfaction. It will…
Read more of this comment about Meet Me at the MuseumThis is a fantastic first book to start the conversation with your children about race and racism.
Another great entry in the official series of novels sanctioned by Mojang, the company that created Minecraft. Great novel for anyone but especially for…
Read more of this comment about The VoyageCentered around the concepts of food, family, and celebrating our differences, this beautifully illustrated picture book would be a wonderful introduction…
Read more of this comment about Fry BreadA fun book about picking out a pet in the much loved dinosaur series by Jane Yolen & Mark Teague.
This was a fun and engrossing read that I had a hard time putting down! It covered important topics that were familiar to me, as well as giving me a glimpse…
Read more of this comment about The Girls I've BeenThis book tackles so many relevant issues in contemporary society from democracy and facism to white nationalism and xenophobia. Ahmad creates believable…
Read more of this comment about InternmentThis book exceeded my expectations for fantasy (not my favorite genre!). I found it to be thought provoking, well-written, and a good mix of action and…
Read more of this comment about The Gilded OnesThis is a powerful and necessary book! The author's notes alone make it worth the read. You don't have to have read Dear Martin first to follow the story.…
Read more of this comment about Dear JustyceThis is one of the best series I have seen in years. As it turns out, combining the history of racism in America, with superheroes, and generational trauma…
Read more of this comment about WatchmenThere were a few moments, while watching Years and Years, that I thought "I can't watch this during a pandemic, it is just so dark." But then I'd remember…
Read more of this comment about Years and Years: The Limited Series…The second part of an intelligent detective series starring the amazing Tcheky Karyo as the retired investigator Julien Baptiste. You have to pay attention…
Read more of this comment about Missing, The: Season 2I loved watching two veteran actors - Mirren and McKellan- have fun with their roles in this one.
The Flatshare
This was just delightful.