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tlaynejones's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
This was a moving, devastating story of a queer indigenous boy trying to grow up, become the person he wants to be, and hold on to just a sliver of hope for the future.
There are so many CW, particularly around suicide, grief and homophobia; I felt the author was really able to portray that feeling of claustrophobia and desperation that comes from too much trauma and not enough hope. Having said all that I will miss these characters. They came to life in my mind and I was fully engaged with their story, feeling all the emotions.
There are so many CW, particularly around suicide, grief and homophobia; I felt the author was really able to portray that feeling of claustrophobia and desperation that comes from too much trauma and not enough hope. Having said all that I will miss these characters. They came to life in my mind and I was fully engaged with their story, feeling all the emotions.
Graphic: Drug use, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Homophobia, Bullying, Mental illness, Sexism, Colonisation, Racism, Death, and Suicide
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders, Abandonment, Gaslighting, Alcohol, Child death, and Violence
Minor: Incest, Addiction, Rape, Sexual harassment, Fatphobia, and Gun violence
squrrlgrrl's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-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
Graphic: Violence, Suicide attempt, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Religious bigotry, Racism, Physical abuse, Pedophilia, Mental illness, Homophobia, Grief, Cursing, Child death, Bullying, Blood, Biphobia, and Alcohol
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