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msflynnreads's review against another edition
4.0
Susin Nielsen manages to write the most charming, heartbreaking and endearing characters.
vermillion__'s review against another edition
5.0
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in return for my honest review.
This was a really amazing book for me. The story was really heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. No fixed Address dealt with serious issues like homelessness, mental health and poverty. Reading this issues from a child perspective was different and author did an amazing job. I cried and laugh a lot. Everyone can read this book no matter how old are you.
This was a really amazing book for me. The story was really heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. No fixed Address dealt with serious issues like homelessness, mental health and poverty. Reading this issues from a child perspective was different and author did an amazing job. I cried and laugh a lot. Everyone can read this book no matter how old are you.
daffodildyke's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
Having avoided deeper reads recently, i stumbled on this book whilst scrolling through ebooks available through my library. i struggle reading books a lot of the time, opting for audiobooks. this is important to know, because i read 270-odd pages of this book in one sitting, and then finished it at the next available opportunity.
i really admire a lot of aspects of this book. it is clear that the author has made real effort to understand and empathetically depict the struggles of the ‘hidden homeless’. The structure of the story is interesting, starting with Felix agreeing to tell the story of what has happened up until that point, meaning it adds an element of questioning that may not otherwise be present.
I would have given it a higher rating, but i really struggled to connect with Winnie as an authentic character and constantly wanted something a bit… more… from her that i cannot pin down. but the main reason it cannot have more than 4 stars is the police aspect of the story.The idea that Felix recounts Astrid’s crimes, from breaking and entering to petty theft, to a police officer, and she does not end up in jail is unfathomable. it paints the police in a far better light than they deserve as an institution. it does a disservice to the whole story and the feeling of authenticity that runs throughout the rest of the book. Overall i am so impressed by this book - yes, it was relatively predictable but it is told against incredibly non-typical settings that make it feel fresh regardless.
I think it is incredibly important that this story doesn’t necessarily say that everything will turn out perfect, but it is hopeful and that things can get better and people aren’t all bad. There were definitely endings that could have undone a lot of the important undertones of this story, so I am glad that is not what happened.
i really admire a lot of aspects of this book. it is clear that the author has made real effort to understand and empathetically depict the struggles of the ‘hidden homeless’. The structure of the story is interesting, starting with Felix agreeing to tell the story of what has happened up until that point, meaning it adds an element of questioning that may not otherwise be present.
I would have given it a higher rating, but i really struggled to connect with Winnie as an authentic character and constantly wanted something a bit… more… from her that i cannot pin down. but the main reason it cannot have more than 4 stars is the police aspect of the story.
I think it is incredibly important that this story doesn’t necessarily say that everything will turn out perfect, but it is hopeful and that things can get better and people aren’t all bad. There were definitely endings that could have undone a lot of the important undertones of this story, so I am glad that is not what happened.
Minor: Domestic abuse, Excrement, and Death
csavage's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sciammi's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Amazing book. I lived in Vancouver and with the housing prices this feels so realistic. The story is heartbreaking and it had me crying.
Definitely pick it up.
Definitely pick it up.
Minor: Domestic abuse
cara_lee's review against another edition
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
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? No
4.75
- touching
- heartfelt
- heartfelt
melinda_auniquelyportablemagic's review against another edition
4.0
This is labeled as “middle grade” (which I assume is 6ish?) but I’d warn that it does have some quite mature themes and some intense moments (some quick, passing, or alluded to, but still present).
It was good and the main character is very endearing.
It was good and the main character is very endearing.