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anniereads221's review
adventurous
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Suicidal thoughts, Racism, Murder, Grief, Forced institutionalization, Dysphoria, Death of parent, Death, Confinement, Cancer, Bullying, Body shaming, Ableism, and Fatphobia
keen's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
5.0
This book is absolutely delightful. It's so full of whimsy that each paragraph—each sentence, even—causes me to feel an overwhelming need to create something, anything. This short story has managed to fit a more diverse cast of characters than many 600-page books by including different gender identities, ethnicities, and body types.
McGuire has a talent for mixing in light, humorous prose reminiscent of "Once upon of time" fairytales with dark subjects and tense scenes, which is also reminiscent of fairytales. Nevertheless, there's always the feeling of hope that reminds you the story isn't as bleak as it can seem in the moment. I think it had some important life lessons on how to look at yourself, other people, and the world around you.
Beneath the Sugar Sky feels like a book that can be enjoyed by children and adults. But, the darker themes might be a little much for children on the younger side.
McGuire has a talent for mixing in light, humorous prose reminiscent of "Once upon of time" fairytales with dark subjects and tense scenes, which is also reminiscent of fairytales. Nevertheless, there's always the feeling of hope that reminds you the story isn't as bleak as it can seem in the moment. I think it had some important life lessons on how to look at yourself, other people, and the world around you.
Beneath the Sugar Sky feels like a book that can be enjoyed by children and adults. But, the darker themes might be a little much for children on the younger side.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia and Body shaming
Moderate: Violence, Death of parent, Death, Forced institutionalization, Body horror, Eating disorder, and Confinement
Minor: Blood, Panic attacks/disorders, and Self harm
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