47. A book where the main character (or author) is of a different ethnic origin, religion, or sexual identity than your own

[Ashley]

I read Cat and Mouse. The main character is African American and I am a Caucasian. I read this book because I have been reading the Alex Cross series and while all the books in the series fit this category, this is the one I put here. These are good faced paced murder investigations and the psychological aspect to them.

[Melitta]

The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

[Karishma]

I read Reflections.

The lead is a Caucasian and I'm an Indian.

[Sabrina]

I read Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe for this one. The main characters are Mexican American teenage boys. I chose it because I love LGBT romances, it was on my shelf, and i really wanted to hear lin manuel's narration

[Stacey]

What are you reading for this category? Under the Udala Trees by Chinelo Okparanta.

Why did you choose this book? I haven't read many books set in Nigeria, and I don't know much about the country's struggles. Plus, the heroine is a lesbian seeking the freedom to live and love openly in a war-ravaged society. It's far from the "safe" life I cherish.

[Anne]

What are you reading for this category? Keys of Heaven by Adina Senft.

Why did you choose this book? I am interested in the Amish Way of life and have fancied reading one written about them for some time.

[Sue]

I read The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

[Jill]

I am reading Little Fires Everywhere for this prompt.

[Jill]

I read Instructions for a Heatwave by Maggie O'Farrell

Why did you choose this book?
I had, had it for a long time and knew it had won an award and as the author is Irish and the family concerned are Irish, it fitted the prompt

[Chrissy]

If you are intending to read something by an indigenous author, here's a great resource!

https://www.tor.com/2018/06/27/five-i...

[Shelley]

I ended up reading Siddhartha, which is all about an Indian man's search for religious (spiritual? life in general?) fulfillment. I had wanted to read Midnight's Children but I have a few too many long books going on right on. It was an interesting quick read.

[Tracy]

I went with a different ethnicity for this one and read Embroideries. I am really enjoying reading through Marjane Sartapi's work. I loved Persepolis so much that I checked out 2 of her other books from the library. This was a quick, funny, interesting read about Iranian women getting together during their custom of tea time and gossip. They talk about the culture of marriage and womens issues and it made me laugh quite a few times. Also it only took about an hour to read last night.

[Sarah]

What are you reading for this category?
Dear Martin by Nic Stone

[Kathy]

I'm reading White Teeth by Zadie Smith,

[Jackie, Solstitial Mod]

Moonstruck, Volume One: Magic to Brew

This graphic novel stars a latinx lesbian werewolf, alongside a whole host of other intersectional magical characters, all of whom are incredibly lovable. The author is lesbian, so this could work for an own voices book too. I thought it was great world building and such a sweet romance. I just want more of these characters right away.

[Erika]

I'm reading Solo by Kwame Alexander. I chose this book because it fits the prompt and was available on audiobook from my library :)

[Sara]

- What are you reading for this category?
The Kite Runner The main character and the author are Afghani and Muslim. I am an American Christian
- Why did you choose this book?
I have had this one my TBR for a long while. I loved his other books and knew I wanted to read this one as well. I think he gives an important voice to the Afghan people.

[Angela]

What are you reading for this category?
Breath, Eyes, Memory, by Edwidge Dandicat



Why did you choose this book?
It was a bookclub choice, and it met the 'ethnicity' and 'religion' criteria part of the challenge. I'd never read a Haitian author before, so this was a good way to explore this.

[Chrissy]

I just finished There There, about a large cast of characters that are all Native. It was fantastic! The storytelling bounces around POVs and there a lot of people and relationships to keep track of, but each one has a different voice and how it all weaves together is very cool. I voted for it in 2 categories for the Goodreads Choice awards.

[Jody]

I've picked The Orphan Master's Son for this one. I started it ages ago, but did the "put it down and just not pick it back up again" thing with it. I really want to try and finish some of my on-the-go books, so this one fits nicely.

[Sara]

I really liked it, Jody. I hope you do.