kappareads's review against another edition
4.0
This book was so well put together! The parallels between witch trials and neurodivergency was so well thought out! I loved the audiobook and would highly recommend it!
fe_reads's review against another edition
5.0
This was an excellent book. It's a middle grade chapter book that I chose to read for a class in which I have to write a professional review. The book features a girl with autism (already I love this because it's not a popular character to feature) who wants her small Scottish village to construct a memorial plaque to commemorate women persecuted for being witches. Addie, the MC, talks about what it's like to be neurodivergent, what it's like to have to mask who she truly is to make herself more palatable for neurotypical people. Author Elle McNicoll is neurodivergent as well, and you can both see and feel her passion for equality and acceptance through Addie's voice. A heartwarming book that children should be required to read.
gracecooper's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Bullying
moogreads's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
emmacaruana's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
danidearr's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
- 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
3.5
zeby's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
4.75
ns44's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
I love this book , it's so beautiful and I still cry every time I read it . I don't think it's my favourite Elle Mcnicoll book but it was my first and it's very special to me .
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Bullying
Moderate: Forced institutionalization
Minor: Toxic friendship