lampje's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
yapha's review against another edition
4.0
Dagmar is super frustrated with her entire family -- her mother who is in Dubai on business, her 5 year old half brother who follows her everywhere, her crunchy stepmother, and especially her father whose money mismanagement has landed them squatting in a tiny house in the middle of the redwoods without electricity, cell service, or running water. She sets about to sabotage as much as she can, in the hope that they will be able to move back to Oakland. Her summer starts looking up when she meets Blake, the son of an eccentric tech billionaire, who lives nearby in a futuristic house He has his own family problems as well. When they are both caught up in a natural disaster, they and their families learn about what is truly important. Recommended for grades 4 & up.
naomiysl's review against another edition
4.0
Very fun! This doesn't fit neatly into any tropes, and I love that about it. The characters are quirky but don't exhibit much growth, and the plot is fun but not riveting. Still, I do appreciate a solid story that is just really really new.
victxriax's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
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