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Darius de Grote is niet oké by Adib Khorram

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beau82's review against another edition

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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

I loved this book so much!

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5.0

This book felt incredibly important to me in terms of representation in YA lit. I loved the young adult perspective of what it means to be Persian and not feel completely "at home" in the United States OR in Iran. I loved learning about the history of Iran and the food. I was pretty much hungry throughout the book craving every dish he described. Additionally, the focus on mental health throughout the book and the representation of two male characters (young & old) with depression was so refreshing and felt like a direct challenge to the toxic masculinity that sometimes surrounds mental health for teenagers.

lavaly_1's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective sad medium-paced

4.0

justjaqueline's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Loveable characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

I finished this book with an heavy (but still somehow light) heart; to the ones whose place will always be empty: love and memory will keep it full in your stead.