Reviews by Shelby K. (Salem, OR)

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Zig-Zag Boy
Zig-Zag Boy: A Memoir of Madness and Motherhood
by Tanya Frank
Familiar Territory (3/5/2023)
As a single mother who went through early psychosis intervention with my son at fifteen, leading up to a diagnosis and treatment of schizophrenia, I often have wondered how would we navigate this if he'd been older and had a taste of independence, if I'd had other children …more
Margot
Margot: A Novel
by Wendell Steavenson
Margot (1/15/2023)
It's hard to describe why a certain writing style doesn't work for one person, but may for another. This one wasn't my favorite, but I did find enough interest in the storyline to keep going, and after procrastinating at around 20 pages in, I tore through it in an afternoon. …more
The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
by Colleen Oakley
Fun and layered story of friendship (10/18/2022)
Fun and engaging read. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters as their guards were slowly chipped away and we got a chance to see them more fully. This deals with some heavy and important subjects, but does so with humor and an air of mystery that keep it from feeling too heavy.
Now Is Not the Time to Panic
Now Is Not the Time to Panic: A Novel
by Kevin Wilson
Personal and creative storytelling (9/15/2022)
I loved experiencing this story so much that I devoured it in a day. Very intimate look at many important themes wrapped up in a quick and immersive reading experience.
The Book of Form and Emptiness
The Book of Form and Emptiness: A Novel
by Ruth Ozeki
A Journey into Grief (8/6/2022)
I read this when it first released. The writing is gorgeous and the book balances magical realism and the struggle with mental illness and grief responsibly, which can be tricky. There are themes and scenes that stick with me months after I read this. The author's ability …more
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