A review by readingwithmelise
Fiona and Jane by Jean Chen Ho

emotional funny reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

I enjoyed this book. I liked that we got insight into both girls’ lives as the they dealt with family and personal struggles. Friendships are just as hard, if not harder (imo), to maintain than normal relationships. 

I felt that Fiona and Jane could have had their own, separate books. It would have been interesting to learn more about Jane’s relationship with her father and mother. Although Jane can be impulsive, she felt more calculated, overall. 

Fiona’s story was really intriguing to me because she was a little more chaotic in her choices. I empathized with her to some degree in how she acted out when met with challenges.

Overall, I’m really glad I selected this as my January BOTM. I look forward to more of Chen Ho’s writing.
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