Reviews

Too Bright to See by Kyle Lukoff

wardo2700's review

4.0

This is one of those stories that I enjoyed more and more as I got further into the book. I was quite surprised at the turn of events since I had not read anything about the storyline so I won't spoil that for those of you that also don't research the book before reading it. I would say due to the more mature themes of death, spirits and gender identity that a younger person should be a mature reader of around ten before tackling this subject matter. This really is a great story of family and friendships that is worthy of the awards it has already won. I'd recommend it especially to those that enjoy a good coming of age story.

maudrey14's review

emotional inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.0

I read this book as part of a reading challenge. This is not a genre I would typically pick but was pleasantly surprised how I liked it. This story is about an eleven-year-old processing the death of a loved one but also understanding themself. Bug is blessed with a loving and supportive mother who is there for the journey. 

rachel_tb's review against another edition

emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious 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? No

4.5

cozyspice's review

5.0

absolutely adored reading this

mrsskoglund's review against another edition

3.0

I loved the concept of this book and think that it is a GREAT mirror or window for kids to read about someone’s experience coming out as transgender. That said, I think I just wasn’t the target audience for this book. It’s definitely written for younger readers, so I found it a bit slow and uneventful.

msabin's review

emotional mysterious reflective fast-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? No

5.0

kidlitlove's review against another edition

5.0

WOW! This book is about a kid who is grieving the loss of a favorite uncle during the summer before middle school starts. One friend is all about making a fresh start when the new school year starts. This is a story about finding yourself and being true to who you are, even if you aren't sure yet who that is. Oh, and there are ghosts.
I might use this as an end of year read aloud as I am sending kids off to the next new thing in their lives, or possibly a mid year book to open the discussion about being yourself.
READ THIS BOOK!

readsforlove's review against another edition

5.0

This is a reread, and upon reread this really is deserving of 5 stars. The aching, beating heart of this book sticks with you. I'm glad to have reread it, and know it's not the last time I will be dipping into Bug's story.

lemd's review against another edition

emotional mysterious 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

4.0

gillianengelbrecht's review against another edition

emotional mysterious reflective slow-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

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief

Moderate: Death

Minor: Death of parent