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journeythroughthechapters's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
Thoughts
This was brilliant. Absolutely stunning. This is so hyped so I’m sure another review doesn’t need to be added but I love writing reviews for my own experience so I can look back on.
This was a blend of genres. This is a fantasy with contemporary themes. This is written for an adult audience however I feel both middle grade and young adult audiences would get a lot out of this.
Things I loved
- the characters: the adults and the children I absolutely loved. All the characters were distinct with their own personalities. I love Linus’ work ethic and drive. I love Arthur's protectiveness and heart. I love Lucy and Thalia’s morbid thoughts. I loved Chauncey’s passion and innocence. I loved Sal’s innocence and blossoming personality. I loved Theodore’s hoard of buttons. And Phee is a badass bitch that could kill us all.
I’m terrible with names but I remember every single one of them. I couldn’t help but fall in love with these characters
- the progression: it’s very subtle but you witness the shift of particular characters. I love the acceptance Linus comes to by the end within himself. The way the book flowed what just magical.
- the atmosphere: the juxtaposition of Linus home and his life on the island is clever. The book is mainly set on an island which is lush with descriptions. But we do flash to Linus’ life in the city. And the imagery surrounding both surrounding is well done. While it’s not something I usually take notice of it was done well here.
Things I didn’t love
- the repetition: I don’t like books where the same lines are used over and over again and unfortunately it happened here. There were parts where it helped deliver the message (which is fine) but there were some lines that were overused for no reason
Representation
Gay (main and side characters), Lesbian (side character), Fat (main character), Anxiety (side character)
Trigger Warning
Body Shaming, Child Abuse, Prejudice and Bigotry, Bullying
This was brilliant. Absolutely stunning. This is so hyped so I’m sure another review doesn’t need to be added but I love writing reviews for my own experience so I can look back on.
This was a blend of genres. This is a fantasy with contemporary themes. This is written for an adult audience however I feel both middle grade and young adult audiences would get a lot out of this.
Things I loved
- the characters: the adults and the children I absolutely loved. All the characters were distinct with their own personalities. I love Linus’ work ethic and drive. I love Arthur's protectiveness and heart. I love Lucy and Thalia’s morbid thoughts. I loved Chauncey’s passion and innocence. I loved Sal’s innocence and blossoming personality. I loved Theodore’s hoard of buttons. And Phee is a badass bitch that could kill us all.
I’m terrible with names but I remember every single one of them. I couldn’t help but fall in love with these characters
- the progression: it’s very subtle but you witness the shift of particular characters. I love the acceptance Linus comes to by the end within himself. The way the book flowed what just magical.
- the atmosphere: the juxtaposition of Linus home and his life on the island is clever. The book is mainly set on an island which is lush with descriptions. But we do flash to Linus’ life in the city. And the imagery surrounding both surrounding is well done. While it’s not something I usually take notice of it was done well here.
Things I didn’t love
- the repetition: I don’t like books where the same lines are used over and over again and unfortunately it happened here. There were parts where it helped deliver the message (which is fine) but there were some lines that were overused for no reason
Representation
Gay (main and side characters), Lesbian (side character), Fat (main character), Anxiety (side character)
Trigger Warning
Body Shaming, Child Abuse, Prejudice and Bigotry, Bullying
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Bullying, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Child abuse
solenodon's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
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
3.0
Cute at times but ultimately lots of critiques
Content Warnings
Graphic: Xenophobia
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, and Death
Minor: Animal death, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Violence, and Death of parent
lorie336's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
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
This book was definitely the hug we needed. I cannot say enough about how much I loved these characters and how they won over my heart. Although, the basics of this book is about Linus who is a caseworker investigating the orphanage on the island and the man, Arthur, who runs it, it runs much deeper than that. This book is about love, acceptance, being yourself, bravery, and friendship. I cried at some parts because haven't we all been through a time when no one liked us because we were misunderstood? This was something I could identify with. I love all the children in the book, but I do love Theodore a little more because he is a wyvern. I would adore him and I could think of all the mischief he would create, such fun. Might have to keep him away from the pool though, not sure if he can swim. I highly suggest to those who haven't read this book to please read it, yo will not be disappointed. I would love to have any of these children in my home and I think my boys would love it too.
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing, and Emotional abuse
reinareads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, Confinement, and Racism
le3713's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Child abuse, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Body shaming, Confinement, and Physical abuse
mmalone's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Racism, and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Body shaming, Confinement, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Racism, and Forced institutionalization
Minor: Animal cruelty and Cannibalism
kamin8882's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Ohhhh I loved this book so much !! It was so magical ! I loved all the characters, especially Lucy !!
This book made me laugh so many time, it also made me angry and happy and emotional and worried and excited !! It’s a total package and definitely a book you’ll want to read !! The diversity message in this book is beautiful, the relationships are beautiful, the characters are beautiful!! I loved it all
This book made me laugh so many time, it also made me angry and happy and emotional and worried and excited !! It’s a total package and definitely a book you’ll want to read !! The diversity message in this book is beautiful, the relationships are beautiful, the characters are beautiful!! I loved it all
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Grief
vkodhai's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Bullying and Homophobia
Minor: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Toxic relationship, and Violence
debbie13410's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Forced institutionalization
Minor: Body shaming, Bullying, and Panic attacks/disorders
aimzthereader's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
5.0
WHERE DO I EVEN BEGIN WITH THIS BOOK?!?!? Just go pick up this book and read it, its a hug in a book, it is amazing, it is everything you need I promise.
I actually tried to read this book in March 2020 and I DNFed it, I think I just wasn't in the right place for it but I had to come back to it because LITERALLY everyone loved it. I am SOOOo happy I came back, once I got past the little bit of slowness at the beginning I never wanted to put it down and I didnt want to leave the world this book created for me. I would adopt all of these children. I want to live on this island, I want to be part of this found family.
Just an overwhelming feeling of love and passion for this book. Everyone should read it, so fantastic!
I actually tried to read this book in March 2020 and I DNFed it, I think I just wasn't in the right place for it but I had to come back to it because LITERALLY everyone loved it. I am SOOOo happy I came back, once I got past the little bit of slowness at the beginning I never wanted to put it down and I didnt want to leave the world this book created for me. I would adopt all of these children. I want to live on this island, I want to be part of this found family.
Just an overwhelming feeling of love and passion for this book. Everyone should read it, so fantastic!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Ableism
Minor: Homophobia