A review by g_c_geeks
This Place Is Still Beautiful by XiXi Tian

emotional inspiring 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

4.0

A well written book, full of good messages. I just think it wasn’t as impactful as it could have been bc it kinda lost its way in the middle. There was a big focus on relationships that didn’t really impact the main plot of the story, but at least it was entertaining enough.

I loved seeing two sisters’ perspectives on the same situation, and seeing how they both dealt with it. I’d definitely recommend this as a YA story that discusses racism, specifically about the Asian American experience. 

As a white person, I really enjoy reading about different perspectives to my own and although I don’t think any ideas in here were revolutionary, I think they may be for a younger audience. 
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