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lozziereads's review
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
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
ALISHA RAI YOU DROPPED THIS 👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑👑 BABEEEES YOU ATE THIS ABSOLUTLEY DEVOURED IT
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Emotional abuse, Racism, Xenophobia, and Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Sexism, Death of parent, Stalking, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Suicide attempt and Suicidal thoughts
Mentions of blood and alcohol.livelypsyche's review
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
I enjoyed this book, but at first the family members and backstory was really confusing. I'm still not sure why one family is referred to as the both the Okos and the Kanes. Otherwise, the characters are diverse and fleshed out. The book talks about Japanese internment and depression; these are all dealt with respectfully and thoughtfully. I enjoy Rai's later books more, but this one is still solid and a good read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Car accident, Emotional abuse, and Racism
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