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The Spiral Dance: A Rebirth of the Ancient Religion of the Great Goddess by Starhawk

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challenging informative inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

The notes in the back of the 20th anniversary edition make this a five star read. This book is clearly a living work, which the author has returned to and worked and worked until a represents a full journey. While everything in this is not for everyone (it's Wiccan-based), it is a great primer in some of the history of modern witchcraft traditions. If you're interested in the goddess, this is also a great resource for basic incantations, chants, rituals, and meditations. 
Perfect Peace by Daniel Black

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inspiring mysterious reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Strangeness is salvific.
A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams

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challenging dark reflective fast-paced

5.0

The intersection of class, gender, and the pathologization and abuse of women leads to an absolute heart breaking shit show.
Sula by Toni Morrison

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challenging dark emotional fast-paced

5.0

Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman

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adventurous funny informative inspiring fast-paced

4.0

In the Dream House by Carmen Maria Machado

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emotional funny informative fast-paced

5.0

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid

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adventurous emotional sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Bisexual representation! Empowering female sexuality!