The Other Side of Perfect by Mariko Turk

The Other Side of Perfect

Mariko Turk

9 hours, 51 minutes • first pub 2021 (editions) user-added

fiction contemporary young adult emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced

Description

For fans of Sarah Dessen and Mary H.K. Choi, this lyrical and emotionally driven YA follows Alina, an aspiring dancer who suffers a devastating injury and must face a world without ballet -- as well as the darker side of her former dream. Alina...

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Community Reviews Summary of 249 reviews

Moods

emotional 82%
hopeful 66%
inspiring 54%
reflective 45%
lighthearted 41%
funny 34%
relaxing 10%
sad 9%
challenging 8%
adventurous 1%
informative 1%
tense 1%

Pace

medium 71%
fast 19%
slow 8%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 72% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 96% | It's complicated: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3% | No: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 3%

Average rating

4.09

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