carolbsmith's review against another edition
4.0
This was beautifully written but difficult to read; it created greater awareness that hurt my heart. Well done, Christy.
hollybotterill's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- 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
hannahmcc171's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
sad
medium-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
4.5
michmatched_1989's review against another edition
4.0
This book was such a fascinating read and forced me to re-examine ideals in a gentle way. A story about migration and crossing borders has given me food for thought about how many search for freedom, for a better life - only to find oneself trapped. Many leave “home” for a reason, some reasons are less obvious than others but don’t make them less important.
afsanak's review against another edition
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.75
Not a great deal happens in this book.
But the different relations in this book are well done.
But the different relations in this book are well done.
claumyr's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
liz246810's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Beautifully narrated. An engaging and thought provoking read. Sad in parts but vivid descriptions of the characters and places made it a compelling read.
katerister's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
uselessluke's review against another edition
emotional
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5