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Alebrijes - Flight to a New Haven: an unforgettable journey of hope, courage and survival by Donna Barba Higuera
2 reviews
arrr's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
tense
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? No
4.0
I almost put this book back after the first few difficult chapters. I dislike reading about children's mistreatment and found the set up quite traumatic. I'd anticipated reading something a bit more relaxing and restorative. Instead, I mostly felt tense and like I had to push through. Glad I did tho, because the second half of the book got weird and creative. Indigenous Wakanda.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Genocide, Physical abuse, Racism, Slavery, Terminal illness, Xenophobia, Death of parent, Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
bibliomich's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
inspiring
mysterious
slow-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? It's complicated
4.0
I read Alebrijes at the same time as a few of my 6th grade students, and much of my review has been heavily influenced by their reactions and reflections. Alebrijes is thematically complex, and the exposition builds over what feels like nearly the first half of the book. When the action picks up, it feels like everything happens, all at once, and quickly. I personally struggled with the beginning of the book, as it felt like I was waiting, waiting, waiting for everything to click into place. Fortunately, one of my students encouraged me to stick with it, letting me know that the payoff was well worth it.
I always appreciate finding books that my students love, particularly ones that feature diverse characters, complex relationships, and substantial themes. I will certainly be adding this one to my classroom library.
I always appreciate finding books that my students love, particularly ones that feature diverse characters, complex relationships, and substantial themes. I will certainly be adding this one to my classroom library.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Emotional abuse, Racism, Violence, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism