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Beautifully written. Each story was incredibly unique and interesting. I really enjoyed reading this, although sometimes wanted a little more of a conclusion at the end of each story.

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holljmck's review against another edition

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challenging dark emotional reflective sad tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

tearbear20's review against another edition

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4.0

Short stories about different family situations. All involve themes of motherhood, growing up, and cultural aspects. Overall it was an interesting read for class.

katemutsch's review against another edition

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challenging emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

nareyesq's review against another edition

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dark emotional funny hopeful informative reflective sad medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

zergero's review against another edition

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emotional reflective medium-paced

4.75

timhoiland's review against another edition

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3.0

We listened to the audiobook on a drive to California and back. Each story captures something of the experience of being Catholic in New Mexico and having life not completely go according to plan. So far so good. Each story also includes a mention or two of body parts or bodily fluids that are perhaps a bit too vivid in their descriptions. Wanted to love this collection, but couldn’t quite get there.

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