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pageofmaddie's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
riveraanahiz's review against another edition
5.0
I have been wanting to read this book for so long and I am so happy I finally did! I listened to the audiobook, in which the author herself reads the book, while reading along and I think it enhanced my experience reading the book to hear Acevedo read her own work the way she intended, especially since this book is a young adult novel written in verse. And it is an absolute masterpiece. The way the poems go through and tell a story is so interesting. It was also relatable; it hit so close to home that I found myself having to stop reading because I was in tears. I was so invested and connected that I found myself reading ahead of the audiobook. This is definitely an amazing book and I highly recommend it!!!
miyaso's review against another edition
4.0
I read The Poet X through the audiobook, which was really good! I thought it was wonderfully written. I even teared up a few times. There were moments where I could completely relate to her struggles. I loved that she had Twin as her support system- someone who understood her but not completely. Her wanting to be heard was loud enough for it to reverberate through the writing.
I am a sucker for a happy ending. But I didn’t think The Poet X needed one. But her struggles with her place in the world, religion and her family were swept under the rug towards the end. Xiomara had so much more to learn and go through. So, the happy ending felt like a pretty ribbon was tied in a bow to her story.
I loved the discussions of religion, sexual harassment, family expectations. But keep that in mind before going into this book, it can be a bit tough!
I am a sucker for a happy ending. But I didn’t think The Poet X needed one. But her struggles with her place in the world, religion and her family were swept under the rug towards the end. Xiomara had so much more to learn and go through. So, the happy ending felt like a pretty ribbon was tied in a bow to her story.
I loved the discussions of religion, sexual harassment, family expectations. But keep that in mind before going into this book, it can be a bit tough!
jaclyncrupi's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this YA verse novel and found Acevedo’s poems electrifying at times, restrained when needed.
vzetina's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
cleotheo's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Child abuse and Fire/Fire injury
meganeliz_1214's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
sarahmcgurren13's review against another edition
4.0
I decided to listen to the audiobook of The Poet X instead of reading a physical copy because it is written in a series of poems. I am not one to read poetry, but I really LOVED Acevedo’s novel With the Fire on High (go read it if you haven’t yet!) and wanted to continue working towards my commitment of reading diversely. Have you read any of Acevedo’s novels?
Quick Synopsis: Xiomara is a high school student growing up in Harlem with a twin brother, a crush, and a VERY strict, Catholic mother. Xiomara discovers herself and escapes her homelife through writing poems in secret. When she gets caught asking too many questions in confirmation class and kissing her crush Aman on the train, Xiomara’s mother turns her world upside down.
My opinion: Turns out, there was so much I loved about this book, including that it was written in prose! This story has so much raw emotion and several important themes immersed throughout it. The style of writing highlights these elements, creating a story that I was invested in. I loved the characters, especially how Xiomara is unapologetically herself. The audiobook creates an excellent reading experience. It is a quick listen and is read by the author. Don’t shy away from this one because it is YA or poetry. I highly recommend!
*trigger warnings: sexual harassment, catcalling, familial physical abuse, stereotyping
Quick Synopsis: Xiomara is a high school student growing up in Harlem with a twin brother, a crush, and a VERY strict, Catholic mother. Xiomara discovers herself and escapes her homelife through writing poems in secret. When she gets caught asking too many questions in confirmation class and kissing her crush Aman on the train, Xiomara’s mother turns her world upside down.
My opinion: Turns out, there was so much I loved about this book, including that it was written in prose! This story has so much raw emotion and several important themes immersed throughout it. The style of writing highlights these elements, creating a story that I was invested in. I loved the characters, especially how Xiomara is unapologetically herself. The audiobook creates an excellent reading experience. It is a quick listen and is read by the author. Don’t shy away from this one because it is YA or poetry. I highly recommend!
*trigger warnings: sexual harassment, catcalling, familial physical abuse, stereotyping
andclay's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
sarah_bell's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0