The Meaning of Birds by Jaye Robin Brown

The Meaning of Birds

Jaye Robin Brown

384 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction contemporary lgbtqia+ young adult emotional reflective sad medium-paced

Description

Not to be missed by fans of Nina LaCour and Becky Albertalli, this powerful novel—from the acclaimed author of Georgia Peaches and Other Forbidden Fruit—paints a poignant portrait of love in the past, grief in the now, and the healing power of art...

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Community Reviews Summary of 563 reviews

Moods

emotional 92%
sad 84%
reflective 51%
hopeful 48%
dark 14%
challenging 12%
inspiring 12%
lighthearted 7%
funny 4%
tense 3%
adventurous 1%

Pace

medium 72%
slow 21%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 82% | A mix: 17%

Strong character development?

Yes: 89% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 12% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 87% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 1% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.77

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