256 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780593111994
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers
Publication date: 10 January 2023
Description
Part memoir, part speculative fiction, The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be explores the often surreal experience of growing up as a mixed-Black transracial adoptee.Dream Country author Shannon Gibney returns with The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Wi...
Community Reviews Summary of 14 reviews
Moods
reflective 80%
challenging 70%
informative 40%
sad 30%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
adventurous 10%
funny 10%
mysterious 10%
tense 10%
Pace
medium 40%
slow 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
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Graphic
Racism, GriefMinor
Abortion
256 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780593111994
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers
Publication date: 10 January 2023
Description
Part memoir, part speculative fiction, The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be explores the often surreal experience of growing up as a mixed-Black transracial adoptee.Dream Country author Shannon Gibney returns with The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Wi...
Community Reviews Summary of 14 reviews
Moods
reflective 80%
challenging 70%
informative 40%
sad 30%
hopeful 20%
inspiring 20%
adventurous 10%
funny 10%
mysterious 10%
tense 10%
Pace
medium 40%
slow 10%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%Loveable characters?
Yes: 100%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 100%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, GriefMinor
Abortion