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nat_montego's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Minor: Child abuse, Toxic friendship, Domestic abuse, and Violence
seh_c109's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
like all neal shusterman novels, this one focuses on an aspect of human nature and the human condition that gets you to take a closer look at your inner self. i interpreted bruiser to be about what it means to be empathetic towards others and that sometimes sacrifices must be made. the flip side of the message about the necessity of sacrifices, is that boundaries are also necessary and you must allow people to fight their own battles.
overall, very well written novel with an interesting storyline and characters. not my favorite from neal shusterman, but still very good.
overall, very well written novel with an interesting storyline and characters. not my favorite from neal shusterman, but still very good.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
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