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A review by targrhaegar
Delicates by Brenna Thummler
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
What a lovely story!
I adore the new character we are introduced to in this story: Eliza. She's such a sweet and smart child. Wendell is a cutie patootie, as always. I wish he were corporeal so I could give him the biggest hug.
We explore some sad but very important themes in this story: loss, suicidal thoughts and bullying. I really liked how it was handled. It's important for kids -and adults-, to understand that their words and actions have an impact.
I also really enjoyed the art in this one. The character's expressions really showed how lonely and sad they were feeling.
Overall, I would say this novel is much, much better than the first one. It deals with more complex topics and it does so very nicely.
I adore the new character we are introduced to in this story: Eliza. She's such a sweet and smart child. Wendell is a cutie patootie, as always. I wish he were corporeal so I could give him the biggest hug.
We explore some sad but very important themes in this story: loss, suicidal thoughts and bullying. I really liked how it was handled. It's important for kids -and adults-, to understand that their words and actions have an impact.
I also really enjoyed the art in this one. The character's expressions really showed how lonely and sad they were feeling.
Overall, I would say this novel is much, much better than the first one. It deals with more complex topics and it does so very nicely.