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devynreadsnovels's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Moderate: Bullying, Drug use, Homophobia, Racism, Transphobia, Lesbophobia, Cultural appropriation, Toxic friendship, and Alcohol
solnit_and_sebastian's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Homophobia and Abandonment
Minor: Bullying, Racism, Lesbophobia, Cultural appropriation, and Alcohol
thepostman96's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Moderate: Homophobia and Lesbophobia
Minor: Cultural appropriation and Abandonment
lynxpardinus's review against another edition
4.5
Graphic: Bullying, Homophobia, and Racism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Sexual content, Violence, Xenophobia, Religious bigotry, Lesbophobia, Cultural appropriation, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Animal cruelty, Racial slurs, Slavery, and Transphobia
hobbithopeful's review against another edition
- 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
This is a MUST READ.
Moderate: Bullying, Homophobia, Racism, Transphobia, and Cultural appropriation
blombern's review against another edition
- 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? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Homophobia
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Drug use, Racism, Lesbophobia, and Abandonment
Minor: Sexual content, Cultural appropriation, and Alcohol
thebookishnerd_'s review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I loved this book, from beginning to end. I have a soft spot for books written in verse and this one did not disappoint. The writing style was beautiful and emotional. It was great to see the language subtly mature as Michael grew up. Each character felt distinct with their own voice and I just fell in love with Michael and Daisy's friendship.
This book addresses many issues from racism, homophobia (both internal and external), fetishization, bullying, forced gender roles, absent parents and so much more. Each issue shows its effects on characters in such a true-to-life way, despite the writing style.
This book packs an emotional punch. Michael's story will pull at your heartstrings. I definitely recommend this book. Especially to those looking for a short yet impactful read.
Graphic: Bullying, Drug use, Homophobia, and Abandonment
Moderate: Racism
Minor: Sexual content and Cultural appropriation
alisonannk's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Biphobia, Bullying, Drug use, Hate crime, Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexism, Sexual content, Transphobia, Lesbophobia, Outing, Cultural appropriation, Abandonment, and Dysphoria
Moderate: Toxic friendship
taylorsevalia's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Homophobia and Abandonment
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug use, Hate crime, Racial slurs, Racism, Religious bigotry, Lesbophobia, Cultural appropriation, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Animal cruelty, Sexual violence, and Slavery
brookey8888's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Bullying, Child abuse, Drug use, Racism, Grief, Religious bigotry, Lesbophobia, Outing, Cultural appropriation, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Dysphoria