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blossominthebooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death
mariasnow's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Having curls myself and struggling with feeling like they aren't pretty, I related to some of the feelings the main character had. Such an important book about loving yourself for who you are and looking a certain way doesn't determine your worth.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Grief, and Racism
careinthelibrary's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
This one radiated such a warmth. I could feel how healing and special this would be for so many readers who see themselves in Marlene and her Mami.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Death of parent, Racism, Toxic relationship, Sexism, Grief, and Bullying
imstephtacular's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Grief, Body shaming, and Sexism
Minor: Death of parent, Death, and Racism
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