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Book Blurb:
The provocative and hilarious summer read that will have book lovers cheering and everyone talking! Kirsten Miller, author of The Change, brings us a bracing, wildly entertaining satire about a small Southern town, a pitched battle over banned books, and a little lending library that changes everything.
Let’s talk about the book:
In a world where books are being banned in the name of “protecting young minds,” Kirsten Miller delivers a hilarious and biting response with heart, humor, and unforgettable characters.
Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books took me by surprise in the best way. I went in expecting a thoughtful take on censorship, but I didn’t expect to laugh so much along the way. Miller has managed to craft a story that’s genuinely funny while tackling deeply serious issues like racism, abuse of power, and the erasure of essential histories.
The cast is brilliantly done. The self-important village fool, hate-spewing gossips, a retired judge with a spine of steel, a corrupt politician hiding a criminal past, and a group of teens fighting for a more inclusive and compassionate community. The next generation stole my heart, aware of differing sexualities, ideologies, and perspectives, but united in wanting a better world.
Yes, the audiobook ran long at over 11 hours, and some scenes felt unnecessarily drawn out. But the core message? Spot on. Books like The Diary of Anne Frank and Beloved being banned is not protection. It’s denial. And the story calls that out with humor and heart.
Would I recommend it?
Absolutely! This is one book I’ll be recommending widely. It made me think. It made me laugh. It made me angry in the right ways. And I hope it touches your life too.
What about you?
Have you ever been surprised by a banned book? Which one impacted you most? Let’s keep the conversation going in the comments below!
Where to find the book?
Purchase Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller on Amazon CA
View Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller on Goodreads
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