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mdarceyhall's review against another edition
4.0
This is one of those books where I read a library copy and now might need to purchase a copy for my shelf. While there were three or so stories in here I didn't really love, there are some true gems that I know I will return to again in the future. The link between these stories is pretty subtle for a collection, but Chang's voice is crisp and insightful. Particularly the first story of this collection, Tomb Sweeping will stay with me for a while.
maisiesmom's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.75
rileyreadsalatte's review against another edition
2.0
I went into this hoping for similar, heartwarming stories found in What You Are Looking for is in the Library; however, this was most definitely not that. I think that some of the stories are interesting, but it was hard to figure out if the stories were all linked, or if they were really just a collection of random short stories.
selenityelizabeth's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
pinklemonadey's review against another edition
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
hansan537's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
squiddish's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
onigirigiri's review against another edition
4.0
I think this collection of short stories has something for everyone.
Some of the stories gave me chills, made me cry, and had to take a moment to sit and comeback to. Even though there were stories I didn't enjoy as much or at all, I'm glad I was able to read them.
Some of the stories gave me chills, made me cry, and had to take a moment to sit and comeback to. Even though there were stories I didn't enjoy as much or at all, I'm glad I was able to read them.
chloppp's review
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I feel sad.