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leticiasmugala's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
aclopez6's review
4.0
I enjoyed this a lot, but as an adult reading it there were a few things I would nitpick.
1. The father/Preacher and mother of the Dewberry boys both reinforce the idea that being mean to someone is a way to show you want to be friends. Opal is forming a lot of positive relationships in her town, even if the age-appropriateness is questionable. The Dewberry boys did not need to be defended.
2. Gone with the Wind being read aloud to a character described as having dark brown skin irked me, even if it was a friendly/innocent interaction.
1. The father/Preacher and mother of the Dewberry boys both reinforce the idea that being mean to someone is a way to show you want to be friends. Opal is forming a lot of positive relationships in her town, even if the age-appropriateness is questionable. The Dewberry boys did not need to be defended.
2. Gone with the Wind being read aloud to a character described as having dark brown skin irked me, even if it was a friendly/innocent interaction.
avidwhale's review
5.0
THIS back in like 6th grade or so fr showed me the beauty of literature this is like a classic deserving a place among the ranks of the goats
jfrie65's review
5.0
Spring read aloud for 7 and 9 year olds. We had some amazing conversations throughout this book. I was thankful for the use of particular language around disabilities, mental health, death, identity, police brutality and even witches! We won’t forget Winn-Dixie.
madeleinem13's review
medium-paced
2.0
read for education class, not the most interesting for an adult mind tbh but entertaining
chance4change's review
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Because of Winn-Dixie can still make me cry
daphelba's review
5.0
This book, unlike most books, felt good all the way through. It is sad, but sweet, like a Littmus Lozenge, and Just like life. For dog lovers, and kid-lovers, and life-lovers. A quick read for adults who need to learn value without expectation, and for lonely children who haven't begun to understand the world and all the goodbyes they may face.
tbwhite23's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Alcoholism, Abandonment, and War