Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe #1

Benjamin Alire Sáenz

359 pages • first pub 2012 (editions)

fiction lgbtqia+ romance young adult emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Description

This Printz Honor Book is a "tender, honest exploration of identity" (Publishers Weekly) that distills lyrical truths about family and friendship.Aristotle is an angry teen with a brother in prison. Dante is a know-it-all who has an unusual way of...

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Community Reviews Summary of 71,117 reviews

Moods

emotional 87%
reflective 56%
hopeful 53%
inspiring 42%
funny 33%
lighthearted 32%
sad 29%
adventurous 25%
relaxing 13%
challenging 9%
tense 6%
dark 4%
mysterious 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 51%
fast 34%
slow 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 86% | A mix: 11% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 5% | No: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 4% | No: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 5% | N/A: 2%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 5% | N/A: 1%

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