lails_x's review
emotional
hopeful
informative
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
4.0
breaklikeafish's review
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
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? No
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Religious bigotry, Sexual harassment, Antisemitism, Death of parent, Grief, Homophobia, Medical content, Biphobia, and Lesbophobia
Moderate: Xenophobia, War, and Genocide
Minor: Colonisation and Bullying
leilabp4's review
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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
4.0
rens94's review
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
5.0
addictedtolife's review
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
georgia32's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
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
5.0
the_cat's review
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.5
miajakobsen's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Home of Her Heart is an extremely captivating and heartfelt novel that will take you on an emotional journey. Luisa's journey of self-discovery is relatable and emotionally resonant, and Nana Lottie's letters are powerful. The novel is elevated by the depth and thoughtfulness of Tara Goldstein's research - weaving Luisa and Nana Lottie's respective experiences together proves to be an astute method of exploring intergenerational storytelling and connection. The novel carefully tackles the nuances of one’s identities and the challenges that come along with belonging to multiple cultures and communities. It is unafraid to directly confront the bad whilst still approaching intense subjects like state violence and transnational adoption with compassion. I think it’d be a great introduction to these topics for preteens! The resilience of each character is highlighted: ensuring they are not passive and that it does not read like so-called ‘trauma porn.’ Home of Her Heart is a must read!
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