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When You Trap a Tiger

Tae Keller

4.22 AVERAGE

emotional reflective
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

This book really hit me in the feels. It took me back to a rather difficult time in my life and reminded me of the power of stories in processing strong emotions. I saw a bit of myself in both sisters. And was happy that they came together in the end. 
adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad 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: Complicated

A beautiful story about a family who move to another state to care for the grandmother. Family traditions, love and storytelling help the protagonist navigate the complex issues facing the family .

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emotional hopeful reflective fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes

I don’t know why I picked this book up, but it was a pleasant surprise. There is an overarching story throughout the novel that reflects the grandmother’s story and her past. I love that so much because it vaguely reminds me of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon (I think that’s what it’s called), which used to be one of my favorite books when I was younger. I really like how the family comes together in the end and how each character grows in their own way.

I recommend it. It’s really sweet.
emotional hopeful reflective sad medium-paced

“We’ll be okay,” I tell her. “Sometimes, believing is the bravest thing of all. Now drive.”
emotional funny hopeful inspiring sad 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
adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring sad 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: Yes

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Tae Keller no es para mi, demostrado..
Toca temas interesantes pero la ejecución se torna aburrida.. Este es un middlegrade para una audiencia más infantil..
adventurous emotional
Loveable characters: Yes