Sochima and Ona present their curated list of must-reads spanning, romance, thrillers, self-help, and more —whether you’re in the mood to cry think or escape — here is a list with all the recommendations you’ll ever need!
It was a great read! It was like an Ace of Spades x The hunger games crossover. There was action, there was hurt, there was betrayal and the POC representation was definitely there. Overall, this book was great and definitely lived up to its expectat...
Their Vicious Games by Joelle Wellington, Paperback
A great action packed series. Likable and well developed characters. The protagonist and secondary protagonist were a great duo and had me rooting for them. A very good premise and the way it was executed was chef’s kiss.
- Ona
The Rule of Three (Rule of Three Series #1) by Eric Walters, Paperback
An incredibly interesting book, had me in bed for hours reading it. Detailed story telling and had me on my toes. An emotional, page turner. Definitely recommend
- Ona
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
I really enjoyed this book. You’re able to see yourself in the point of view of a young Igbo girl living during the Biafran war. It tells a tale of the girl forming a friendship with a Hausa girl and later turning that friendship into love. Amazing r...
Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta
Honestly, I don’t know how to feel about this book. It was a bit boring in the beginning and I found it hard to stay interested. HOWEVER it picked up towards the end and the plot twist was INSANE. It literally had me turning the pages anticipating mo...
We Were Liars Series by E. Lockhart
Such a good social commentary on communism, WWII, and the oppression created by those in power. The use of animals and a farm as an allegory to the social climate of the time was fantastic! Easily digestible for most age groups as well
-Ona
Animal Farm by George Orwell
This book explores the struggles of being a queer man in the early 20th century England. It talks on love, loss, acceptance and freedom. This book resonated deeply with me as E.M Forster was able to relay deep emotions immersing the reader into the b...