youreawizardjerry's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Grief, Injury/injury detail, Mental illness, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual harassment, Suicide attempt, Child death, Classism, Death, Sexual assault, and Suicidal thoughts
ettic's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
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
5.0
If I could give this a million stars, I would. It was a heartwrenching story any child of immigrants can relate to, and I felt like I was right there with Julia throughout all her struggles. I can't accurately express with words just how much this book touched me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Racial slurs, Racism, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, and Sexual assault
Minor: Rape and Sexual content
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