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kathleendayle's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.5
Sweet story with endearing characters. Seems written for an adolescent-to-young-adult audience. Not typically my taste, but I did enjoy it. Even as a straight reader, queer stories are important!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Abandonment, and Classism
Moderate: Confinement, Fatphobia, Hate crime, Panic attacks/disorders, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Grief and Outing
starlily's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Forced institutionalization, and Abandonment
Moderate: Body shaming, Bullying, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Kidnapping
Minor: Hate crime, Torture, Violence, Grief, Outing, and Injury/Injury detail
tdap1899's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
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
5.0
While reading I felt a lightness, like I was floating on a cloud. Just such a lovely wholesome read that made my heart feel full with contentment
Would I keep? YES!
With reflection I truly do not see any flaws in the book at this time, I absolutely loved it and can think of no criticisms I would throw at it, just a beautifully written story, I only wish I had more time with the cast of characters.
Would I keep? YES!
With reflection I truly do not see any flaws in the book at this time, I absolutely loved it and can think of no criticisms I would throw at it, just a beautifully written story, I only wish I had more time with the cast of characters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia
Moderate: Child abuse and Confinement
Minor: Body shaming, Hate crime, and Outing
elthechameleon's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.75
TJ Klune has an eye for bridging magic and accuracy. The monotony of Linus's life is depicted so well that it would be at home in an episode of "The Office." The island and its inhabitants, on the other hand, are vibrant. The descriptions are resplendent, making each scene easy to imagine as one slips into the pages. The camaraderie and love displayed amongst the characters is self-aware and camp, always managing to avoid veering into trite. Exquisite.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Outing
There is a lot of bigotry in this book. Since the book deals with magical creatures, one can view the hatred as metaphors for racism, xenophobia, or homophobia. I will say that the joy and warmth in this book feels expansive enough to provide safe harbor from the outside hatred. The book is like meeting a warm, accepting family and friend group that anyone would be lucky to have. Pure joy ahead.