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These recs include some of my personal favs, James Baldwin, Alice McDermott and Ann Patchett.

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Check out my list! I read 46 books, my record. I wrote about the ones I could share story tips about. I'm going to get The Mesmerist.

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Oh I just LOVE seeing mentions of Light from Uncommon Stars. That's a book that has stayed with me over the years -- the best of quirky creativity and deep humanity.

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Love reading this with morning coffee. I had forgotten about The Mesmerist and need to make sure I get around to it next year.

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Enjoyed this very much.

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What a delight Sara! I loved reading each and every submission and found a couple new to me reading friends to follow:) Now here's what I'm asking myself - how did I not know about that James Baldwin book and do I need a Brick haha....the answer is yes to both:)

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I’m off to go find The Mesmerist! Thanks for all the great recs

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I loved this list, too! MJ is the reason I converted to a BookTok appreciator. His recommendations and reviews are always so warm.

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