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A review by gellyreads
Ilustrado by Miguel Syjuco
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
I realize that books where you have to piece things together and you don’t have one clear, cohesive narrative aren’t for me. I also don’t know how much of the lack of background info was an issue to understanding (I picked this up hoping to learn more, even though it was fiction). I also acknowledge that I know I need to speed-read when I realize I can’t connect with a book if I decide to not DNF it.
But. Wow. This was tough. I have no idea who Sadie was with. I struggled with the constant POV changed and the lack of dialogue tags. This was just not for me at all. I would love for someone to explain this book to me in a patient way, because I want to get it.
But. Wow. This was tough. I have no idea who Sadie was with. I struggled with the constant POV changed and the lack of dialogue tags. This was just not for me at all. I would love for someone to explain this book to me in a patient way, because I want to get it.