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fromjuliereads's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Bullying, Racism, Violence, Medical content, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
bexi's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Confinement, Death, Hate crime, Racism, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, and Classism
Minor: Slavery, Blood, and Death of parent
nillech's review against another edition
- 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
4.75
Minor: Bullying, Hate crime, Racism, and Violence
aglaranna's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Bullying and Racism
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Violence
readandfindout's review against another edition
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Themes: 5 stars
Characters: 4.5 stars
Plot: 4.5 stars
Worldbuilding: 5 stars
Moderate: Bullying, Hate crime, Racism, Kidnapping, and Grief
Minor: Violence and Murder
sophiesmallhands's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Racial slurs and Racism
Minor: Violence
lorie336's review against another edition
- 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
I do admire and empathize with Amari even though I am of a different race I can relate to being bullied for looking different and having to find my courage as well as prove to others that I am a person like them. Amari is what is needed today and should be on every school's list of reading.
This was the adventure I needed and yes, we go into a supernatural world that I am eager to explore more of, where the elevators talk, and everyone has a special ability that gets enhanced. I think one of the best parts was the ending, made me tear up, and that's why I implore everyone to read this book. You will not be disappointed.
Moderate: Bullying and Grief
Minor: Racism and Violence
annaminunlukea's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Bullying and Racism
Moderate: Violence and Kidnapping
rorikae's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Amari Peter's family is reeling from the disappearance of her older brother and golden child Quinton Peters. But then one night, Amari discovers a briefcase in Quinton's room that gives clues to what really happened to him and that it's a lot more fantastical than her family had thought. To learn more about what happened and see if she can find Quinton, Amari follows in his footsteps and tries out at the Bureau of Supernatural Affairs, which offers a peek into the magical and supernatural world that Quinton is a part of.
This book is so much fun and Amari is a fantastic protagonist. Alston has created a set of characters that you can't help but fall instantly in love with and a fascinating world that we get to discover right alongside Amari. It feels like a fresh take on the classic 'child goes to study the magical world they never knew existed.' I think part of this is due to Alston's writing style and the pieces of the world that he examines. My favorite of these being when we learn about classic moments of history that are really coverups for magical or supernatural happenings. I don't want to say too much about the plot because I think it's best to go in without knowing too much but I loved the twists and turns that it takes and where it sets us up for the next installment. The audiobook was really immersive and I highly recommend it. It's going to be hard to wait a full year for the 2nd book in this series as I can't wait to see what Amari does next.
Moderate: Bullying and Violence
xoodlebooks's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Bullying, Hate crime, Racism, Violence, Kidnapping, and Grief
Minor: Death and Murder