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Absolutely loved taking this journey with Juliet. Rivera captures the curiosity and heartbreak of learning how to love yourself even when those you love and admire betray you. Juliet’s baptism into queer, anti-racist identity asks us all to examine our privileges and be willing to speak truth to fear. I especially loved Rivera’s divergence from a narrative that says “love wins” to one that says “hold love accountable.” Most of all I loved the relationship between Kira and Juliet. Watching it blossom is a really joy, and the kind of story I longed for as a teenager! So glad that Rivera brought these characters to us. I’m holding out for a novella following Kira and Juliet more—Rivera said maybe, so I say, Yes please! Highly recommend this read.

blueblob0's review against another edition

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funny inspiring 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? Yes

5.0

anna_may's review against another edition

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5.0

Review to come.

music3x143's review against another edition

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5.0

One of the best YA books I have ever read about a 19 year-old queer protagonist who is trying to find herself through the intersections of the Bronx, feminism, family, and heroes who are placed mighty high on their pedestals.

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funny informative inspiring reflective 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? It's complicated

4.5

liftyourheavyeyelids's review against another edition

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5.0

This book isn't perfect (but is any book, really?), but reading it felt like a good, strong hug. There is so much knowledge packed within the story, and also reassurance that I'm not alone in my experiences 💕🇵🇷💕🇵🇷💕🇵🇷

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