jennajlh's review against another edition
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Forced institutionalization, Classism, and Confinement
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury, Police brutality, and Racism
Minor: Death of parent
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