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nd09's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gore, and Grief
baybod's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
4.25
Wow. I did not expect such a strong ending. I enjoyed the book enough throughout, but the last third was incredibly gripping. I really resonated with Antonio’s struggles with faith and his desire to believe in all that he saw was good, not just one god. I found it a satisfying resolution to this when Ultimate blesses him in the name of “all that is good and strong and beautiful,” because she seems to give validity to all of the gods he puts faith in. I also appreciated the thoughtful manner in which the book dealt with death and Antonio’s experiences with it. I think this book does an excellent job of representing a people of many beliefs and with backgrounds that lie in many traditions. Definitely a worthwhile read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Grief, and Murder
Moderate: Colonisation
Minor: Vomit and Religious bigotry
meganpbennett's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
1.0
After moving to New Mexico, I learned about Bless Me Ultima, and it ended up on my TBR pile. I finally read it as part of both Banned Books Week celebration and Hispanic Heritage month. It was an interesting book, following the narrator, Tony, as he navigates his life after his grandmother, Ultima, comes to live with his family.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal death, Bullying, Death, Gun violence, Mental illness, Blood, Vomit, Grief, Religious bigotry, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
discobitchxl's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
slow-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? Yes
4.75
Of everything I have ever picked up and read, this one had the most affect on me longterm. Anaya's heartwarming tale of culture and spirituality is one that touched my core. It's something that everyone should read when they have a chance. As one of the most influential pieces of Chicano literature of all time, it's almose guaranteed that this is a great read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Child death, Gun violence, Violence, and Grief