Reviews tagging 'Homophobia'

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1053 reviews

jei_reads_sometimes's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious medium-paced

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

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident, Homophobia, Racism, Bullying, Classism, Toxic relationship, Hate crime, Sexual harassment, Stalking, Gaslighting, Death, Outing, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic friendship

Moderate: Drug use, Alcohol, Death of parent, Murder, and Fire/Fire injury

emlyy_who's review against another edition

challenging dark mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I was procrastinating on reading this, but I'm glad I finally did. I can tell why this book made it to the Lincoln Awards. It's thought-provoking and reflective, and brings to light the countless injustices that African-Americans and other minorities continue to face today. It's a chilling read, and the revelations of the covertly racist actions of the entire school community are horrifying. But, the ways that Chiamaka and Devon confront these prejudices and find justice for their communities is empowering. I definitely recommend reading this.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Homophobia, Racial slurs, and Racism

Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders and Car accident

Minor: Suicidal thoughts

violetreader's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense fast-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

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racism, Hate crime, Bullying, Classism, Gaslighting, Outing, and Emotional abuse

Moderate: Car accident, Fire/Fire injury, Toxic friendship, Homophobia, Toxic relationship, Violence, and Stalking

Minor: Suicide attempt

miri42's review against another edition

dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.25

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Outing, Toxic friendship, Violence, Hate crime, Gaslighting, Classism, Homophobia, Bullying, and Racism

Moderate: Racial slurs, Stalking, and Suicide

Minor: Drug abuse, Death of parent, and Murder

disnelyse's review against another edition

dark emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racial slurs, Homophobia, and Racism

Moderate: Car accident

miles's review against another edition

mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic friendship, Homophobia, Bullying, Racism, Gaslighting, and Emotional abuse

Moderate: Violence, Gun violence, Alcohol, Car accident, and Physical abuse

Minor: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt

emmaline09's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

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

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Racism and Homophobia

fleur____'s review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic friendship, Racism, Racial slurs, and Homophobia

Moderate: Car accident, Outing, Violence, Blood, Bullying, and Gaslighting

Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Sexual content, Death of parent, Suicide attempt, Classism, and Gun violence

ratnix's review against another edition

dark mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Homophobia, Stalking, Gaslighting, Racial slurs, Toxic friendship, Murder, Bullying, Hate crime, Fire/Fire injury, Racism, Violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Outing, and Death of parent

Moderate: Police brutality, Suicide attempt, Rape, and Sexual harassment

Minor: Drug use

torla's review against another edition

challenging dark informative tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gaslighting, Hate crime, Racism, Racial slurs, and Toxic friendship

Moderate: Mental illness, Stalking, Violence, Misogyny, Homophobia, and Suicidal thoughts