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oxfordcomer's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-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? Yes
4.5
The book is a good starter for readers who want to understand heavy and relevant topics such as drug addiction, unjust killings, and strained family dynamics. It also tapped into the Filipino mythology, which I liked. It is really apt for kids in the grade range of 5th to 7th.
There were some elements in the story though that made me question about the way they were written, and they would need more context for explanation. But overall, it indeed is a good read.
There were some elements in the story though that made me question about the way they were written, and they would need more context for explanation. But overall, it indeed is a good read.
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction, Drug abuse, Drug use, and Police brutality
hippiekender's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
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
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction
bookbrig's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
I loved the voices in this book, and the story has a great mix of mystery and adventure. I also was SO HUNGRY after reading about all the tasty foods Sab loves.
Content Warnings
Minor: Addiction