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69 reviews
When Women Were Dragons by Kelly Barnhill
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.75
I loved it. Writing was amazing! Opening scene will remain forever in my heart.
The Bees by Laline Paull
adventurous
emotional
informative
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Was a good read in the complexities of bee life. I admit since bees are so important to our food supply, I really liked the characters.
Dear Mothman by Robin Gow
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
The Jumbies by Tracey Baptiste
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
Great idea, pacing was abit drawn out. Could have been written with half the words for higher tension.
Tumble by Celia C. Pérez
emotional
hopeful
informative
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? It's complicated
4.75
What a delightful middle grade read! The feelings and drama which illuminate the complications of family relations. Loved being emerced in the Hispanic culture of community and the sport of wrestling. Saving the earthworms was awesome too.
Black Bird, Blue Road by Sofiya Pasternack
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
1.25
Book had a good history. Very slow and writing was bland.
Gallant by V.E. Schwab
mysterious
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? It's complicated
3.5
Interesting concept idea of book.