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jessereadsthings's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Slow to start, but good.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Ableism, and Bullying
yuna's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-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
3.5
This is probably my least favorite of the three so far, but that's not to say it's bad or I didn't enjoy it. Just not as much as the others? I wish Noelle's friends had called out her meanness more specifically as to why/how it hurt them. Also seemed like the "reasons" behind her meanness were all things specific to this book (working through her feelings about Tobyn, worrying about her little brother, worrying about her family), but Noelle's been the mean one since before the series started.
I love the sibling relationship between her and Pierre. When he runs over and tells her that he'll be the one to watch her concert? omggggg. And I liked seeing the complicated but still loving family dynamics in this book. Even though there's a lot of family drama going on, I appreciated that in this book I wasn't wanting to hit the parents with the clue brick--unlike how I was when reading the previous two books in this series. Noelle's parents are flawed, but it felt very relatable/understandable.
I love the sibling relationship between her and Pierre. When he runs over and tells her that he'll be the one to watch her concert? omggggg. And I liked seeing the complicated but still loving family dynamics in this book. Even though there's a lot of family drama going on, I appreciated that in this book I wasn't wanting to hit the parents with the clue brick--unlike how I was when reading the previous two books in this series. Noelle's parents are flawed, but it felt very relatable/understandable.
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying
bookishrealm's review
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I've been keeping up with the Flyy Girls series as they come out and overall it's been an enjoyable series. This third installment specifically focuses on Noelle. From the first book where readers meet Lux, there is a clear indication that Noelle is the mean girl and not always the most fun individual to be around. At the beginning of the story, Noelle breaks up with her boyfriend as she attempts to navigate her sexual identity. It's something that she clearly struggles to understand and it unfolds in not so great ways for herself and her friends. Noelle is also bi-racial. She's Black and Chinese and the cultural aspects of her heritage are seamlessly woven into the narrative. This book is definitely about character growth and family dynamics.
Ashley Woodfolk really shines through in all of these books with her writing. In all of my reviews I find it necessary to let people know that the simplicity of the writing is intentional. These are Hi/Lo books where the interest level for reluctant or struggling readers is high, but the difficulty is low. Regardless, Woodfolk writes in such a unique and impactful manner that is engaging and really allows readers to connect with the characters. This is particularly important in the case of Noelle who struggles so much with her anger. There are parts that can be relatively difficult for readers to get through, but because Woodfolk allows for those connections to the characters, readers end up empathizing with Noelle rather than disliking her for her behavior. In terms of characterization, Noelle is allowed to make mistakes, but at the same time she has to grow. It takes a gifted writer to make that magic work on page. Overall, I thought that this was a great addition to the series and I'm looking forward to reading the final book.
Ashley Woodfolk really shines through in all of these books with her writing. In all of my reviews I find it necessary to let people know that the simplicity of the writing is intentional. These are Hi/Lo books where the interest level for reluctant or struggling readers is high, but the difficulty is low. Regardless, Woodfolk writes in such a unique and impactful manner that is engaging and really allows readers to connect with the characters. This is particularly important in the case of Noelle who struggles so much with her anger. There are parts that can be relatively difficult for readers to get through, but because Woodfolk allows for those connections to the characters, readers end up empathizing with Noelle rather than disliking her for her behavior. In terms of characterization, Noelle is allowed to make mistakes, but at the same time she has to grow. It takes a gifted writer to make that magic work on page. Overall, I thought that this was a great addition to the series and I'm looking forward to reading the final book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
decklededgess's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-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
4.0
trigger warnings: parents arguing, hurricane damage mention, bullying and physical fights
Love this series. These relatively short stories about a group of girls living through high school and growing into themselves is so wholesome. They girls are all upper high school age but the writing caters to younger kids I think in a “here’s what you can look forward to” way while folding in realistic struggles that all kids go through no matter the age. Enjoyed this very much!! Noelle is a wonderful main character. After reading about Lux and Micah, Noelle seemed really compelling and this really gave a lot of wonderful context to her!
Love this series. These relatively short stories about a group of girls living through high school and growing into themselves is so wholesome. They girls are all upper high school age but the writing caters to younger kids I think in a “here’s what you can look forward to” way while folding in realistic struggles that all kids go through no matter the age. Enjoyed this very much!! Noelle is a wonderful main character. After reading about Lux and Micah, Noelle seemed really compelling and this really gave a lot of wonderful context to her!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
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