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A review by shaleen64
Almond by Won-pyung Sohn
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
The book follows the friendship of two boys, both affected by traumatic events, who are both lovable in their own very different ways.
An easy and heartwarming but at times heartbreaking read that explores the struggles of feeling either nothing at all or feeling too deeply.
An easy and heartwarming but at times heartbreaking read that explores the struggles of feeling either nothing at all or feeling too deeply.
Graphic: Death, Mental illness, Medical content, and Murder
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Drug use, Violence, and Injury/Injury detail