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plzdonot_'s review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
hanna_roseen's review against another edition
4.0
A casual feminist YA with diverse characters in terms of race, sexuality, gender identity, and neurodivergence. SA is a theme of the novel however, so be prepared for that. There's family dysfunction, but the problematic parents eventually come around and learn to get their shit together, which I appreciated.
agathafuckula's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.0
ardentbookcooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
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? No
5.0
smilesgiggle's review against another edition
5.0
This book offers so much - questioning sexuality and gender identity; recover from trauma; recognizing abuse and rape. As a survivor, yes victims struggle with the identifying the act of rape.
This author does an tremendous job showcasing a neurodivergent character - Ari struggles with functioning in public situations.
Ari goes to her first party - struggling with selective mutism, her parents are thrilled. She goes with a boy she trusts - even though her friend has warned her to stay away from Luis. Ari thinks she's just jealous - as they dated once upon a time.
A few days later, Ari is contacted by TLOSC - asked to join the group. Ari shows up - surprised to see people she knows. And accept her. Though she hides the truth, Ari wants Luis to pay for his abuse. His targeting and grooming isolated girls. Girls new to school. Girls surrounded by rumors. Girls who easy prey.
Well done.
Thank you for telling this story - it matters!
This author does an tremendous job showcasing a neurodivergent character - Ari struggles with functioning in public situations.
Ari goes to her first party - struggling with selective mutism, her parents are thrilled. She goes with a boy she trusts - even though her friend has warned her to stay away from Luis. Ari thinks she's just jealous - as they dated once upon a time.
A few days later, Ari is contacted by TLOSC - asked to join the group. Ari shows up - surprised to see people she knows. And accept her. Though she hides the truth, Ari wants Luis to pay for his abuse. His targeting and grooming isolated girls. Girls new to school. Girls surrounded by rumors. Girls who easy prey.
Well done.
Thank you for telling this story - it matters!
suns_library's review against another edition
emotional
relaxing
sad
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? No
4.25
speaktospeakthrough's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
martob's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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? Yes
5.0
lilanye's review against another edition
emotional
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? It's complicated
3.0
dominiquexalana's review against another edition
4.5
In lieu of recent events, this book is very timely. Sonora Reyes handles serious topics in such a great way. Loved how the group and friendship was formed. Community is very important. Can't wait for their next book.