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A review by year23
How Not to Drown in a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
5.0
Creative format to tell a complex & touching story of Cara, a middle-aged immigrant woman reflecting on her life as she navigates the ever-increasing challenges the US various oppressive systems throw at her. This is an empathetic story, but doesn't hold back in painting the depths of Cara's flaws & failings, while also celebrating her strengths & triumphs. The definition of a lovable character.
Highly recommend, left me in tears by the end (the good kind!).
Highly recommend, left me in tears by the end (the good kind!).
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, and Abandonment