_sunlux's review against another edition
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
4.5
Was extremely relatable for any person who grew up in a difficult household where you never understood the challenges your parents went through to get to America whilst also being affected by the unprocessed trauma of your parents. Was strong representation of a poc household, specifically mexican, but as a non-mexican, it was still very relatable and did make me cry.
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Xenophobia, Homophobia, Trafficking, and Rape
mikaelaandherbooks's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
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
3.0
While it is great that this book seeks to cover heavy topics in this coming of age novel, it is overall very slow paced and a bit disconjointed/rushed in places throughout the storyline.
Moderate: Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Child death, Death, Mental illness, and Gun violence
Minor: Sexual assault, Xenophobia, Self harm, and Toxic relationship
kristimb's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Self harm and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Gun violence, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, and Trafficking
Minor: Sexual assault, Xenophobia, and Sexual content
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