The Truth Is by NoNieqa Ramos

The Truth Is

NoNieqa Ramos

272 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ young adult emotional slow-paced

Description

A powerful exploration of love, identity, and self-worth through the eyes of a fierce, questioning Puerto Rican teen. Fifteen-year-old Verdad doesn't think she has time for love. She's still struggling to process the recent death of her best frien...

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Community Reviews Summary of 257 reviews

Moods

emotional 83%
hopeful 51%
reflective 45%
challenging 37%
dark 35%
inspiring 35%
sad 35%
tense 29%
funny 27%
adventurous 8%
informative 8%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 32%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 89% | A mix: 10%

Strong character development?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 59% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 5%

Average rating

3.6

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