A review by iksme
Yes No Maybe So, by Becky Albertalli
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
For no reason in particular cough cough, I hate Gabe.
Also this book is so slow, it took me forever to read, but I will say Jamie was anxious without being obnoxious, which is a hard thing to master.
Loving the muslin, poc and jewish rep but I found the plot soooooo drawn out. OMG and. Although this book felt a little patronising at many points, very motivational message above in character speach.
Spoiler
he put their photo on insa without asking, therefore breaking trust, invading children's privacy and then acting like he was perfectly within his right toAlso this book is so slow, it took me forever to read, but I will say Jamie was anxious without being obnoxious, which is a hard thing to master.
Loving the muslin, poc and jewish rep but I found the plot soooooo drawn out. OMG and
Spoiler
Sophie!! This is a great example of background queer characters done well!Graphic: Islamophobia, Xenophobia, Racism, Hate crime, and Antisemitism
Moderate: Sexism, Cursing, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Classism