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emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I was given a copy from the publishers in exchange for an honest review. RELEASE DATE: SEPTEMBER 21ST
WHEN WE MAKE IT is a stunning story in verse about challenging the concept of what it means to “make it” in today’s society. Elisabet Acevedo beautifully tackles a variety of topics that will undeniably help so many readers! As a first-generation Puerto Rican, who has gone through a lot of the same struggles Sarai does, this was comforting in a way words cannot explain. The experiences in this book are raw and real. WHEN WE MAKE IT healed bits of myself I forgot were still parts of my being. I recommend this to any Latinx readers (especially if you’re a Boricua), to people who feel as though their voices do not matter, and literally everyone else. This is a powerful, breathtaking, and impactful debut that you do not want to miss!
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Sexual harassment, Sexism, Mental illness, Medical content, Emotional abuse, Body shaming, Ableism, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Rape, Pregnancy, Police brutality, Death, Car accident, Gun violence, Religious bigotry, and Toxic relationship
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