schausjk's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
This book handled the complexities of family dynamics between adopted and biological siblings in a way that felt authentic.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Deportation, Racism, Alcoholism, Death of parent, Forced institutionalization, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, and Child abuse
Minor: Infertility, Lesbophobia, Animal death, Abandonment, Eating disorder, and Death
sarahlovesbooks's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? Yes
5.0
This book was just right for me - multiple perspectives, a lot of heart, families, characters opening up and growing. It started out slow, but my heart goes out to these siblings and the bond they form when they decide to meet each other. The characters were so lovable, and while their story was emotional, it was also hopeful.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Alcoholism and Physical abuse
bi_n_large's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism and Abandonment
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Pregnancy, Violence, Cursing, and Drug use
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