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A Wish in the Dark by Christina Soontornvat

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adventurous hopeful mysterious reflective 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? It's complicated

5.0

A magical, whimsical retelling of Les Miserables in a fantasy Thai setting, it is one of the most beautiful books I have read in years. While MG, this book tackles tough modern themes like classism, mass incarceration, and homelessness head on in age-appropriate ways.
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