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lit_with_lauren's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
wends_nblw's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? No
4.25
Ahhhhh!!!! This book was so, so cute! I found an ARC of it in a little free library and decided to read it. I'm so glad I did. I loved the main character and her journey. The way she and Miranda learned from each other was heartwarming! I hope to see more from this author <3
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Xenophobia
Moderate: Bullying
yuna's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
- 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
4.0
Cute story that felt geared more toward the younger-to-middle part of the MG age spectrum. Had lots of humorous moments/"kid things" that felt like what a 10-12yr old would do. A lot for kids to find relatable here, especially immigrant AsianAm kids with more traditional/conservative families. I liked how the story is as much about Cici learning to accept/embrace herself as a Taiwanese-American as it is her trying to "convince" her white American friends. Had a lot of examples where kids can see a similarity in custom even though the exact application or reasoning may be different.
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism and Bullying
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