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 232 reviews

Moods

emotional 85%
hopeful 50%
reflective 41%
challenging 38%
dark 35%
inspiring 35%
sad 32%
tense 32%
funny 26%
adventurous 8%
informative 8%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 35%
slow 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 88% | A mix: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 93% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 3%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 38% | No: 5%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.59

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