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calliecachat's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
4.0
This is a book I have in my classroom for a historical fiction unit. I had started it a couple years ago but just now reread it and finished it. I love the way the girls, Delphine, Vonetta, and Fern use poetry for power. I also love the importance of names and naming throughout the entire book.
Content Warnings
Minor: Police brutality
whitne_ey's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Police brutality, Racism, and Toxic relationship
cyrinw98's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Racism, Abandonment, and Police brutality
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