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abbymac99's review against another edition
5.0
I. Loved. This. Book. It’s simple, heart wrenching, beautiful, and just brilliant. wrapped up in the themes of loss and coming of age, this book transports you back to a 1960s small town childhood in which the stories feel so real and powerful. There’s even some mystery and though the ending was predictable it was so good that I didn’t care. AND the best part is that it points to God - his grace and presence in the midst of tragedy - in the most subtle yet beautiful way
missyjohnson's review against another edition
4.0
one of the reviews printed on this book describe it as a beautiful story. I agree
kateburstein31's review against another edition
4.0
This is a rather intense story that incorporates mystery and loss, reflection and growth, all told through the voice of a grown man looking back on the monumental summer he was 13. While the story was compelling, I gave this 4 vs 5 stars due to its overwhelming intensity…felt the author took on too much at times. This story showcases how minor, and often unintentional, incidents can have crucial implications for others.
mtnest's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
brittanystoess's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
inked_finch's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
- 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
Brilliant
bookbunny's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
elizasut's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
cydneydaniel's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0