Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

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 Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe  BY BENJAMIN ALIRE SÁENZ              A romance between two Mexican boys in America (the boys, of course, being Aristotle and Dante) that follows their paths across a summer and a school year.     The book is oft described as a coming-of-age story, and reads much like a character study. That is to say, whatever plot there is can be considered rather slow moving and flutters around a few pivotal incidents.     However, the characters are enticingly written, and the book portrays the changes of their dynamic- both with each other and others- in a way that feels honest and real. It ought to be said that Aristotle (by who's perspective the story is told) felt distressingly emo at times, but as the angsty 15 year old he is, it can be overlooked.      Overall a lovely read, and undeniably wholesome from start to finish. The book sports one sequel, but it ca...

Macarons at Midnight

Macarons at Midnight (Wish, #2) by Suzanne NelsonMacarons at Midnight


By: Suzanne Nelson


Genre: Fiction

Age:  8+
Rating:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Summary:

    Lise just moved to live with her dad in a new town. She goes to a party with her stepsister, Destry. She dresses up as the frog princess, even though she's not a huge fan of the dress she's borrowing from Destry. She leaves early, and heads into a nearby shop called  Swoonful of Sugar. There, she meets a guy, and they talk while sharing macarons. But when she has to leave, she realizes she never got his name. At school, she meets Kyan and Viv, who help her figure out who her mystery guy is. But when she does finally see him in the pressroom, he doesn't appear as nice as he first seemed. Now, Lise isn't sure she still likes him, what will she do?
      

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