A review by greatexpectations77
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sánchez

challenging dark informative reflective medium-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

4.5

This book hits very hard, and it feels very familiar for those of us who were born extremely sensitive and very emotional (and everyone feels like they need to remind us about it all the damn time). I felt a closeness to Julia, and I look forward to reading more from Ms. Sanchez.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death, Mental illness, and Grief

Moderate: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Fatphobia, Gun violence, Homophobia, Infidelity, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Blood, Religious bigotry, Abortion, Suicide attempt, Pregnancy, and Alcohol