116 reviews for:

Falling Short

Ernesto Cisneros

4.03 AVERAGE


A MG book about two best friends and the strengths they bring out in one another.

4.5⭐️

Good book. Very similar writing to Efren Divided. This was a feel good friendship story. Hans to readers who liked Marcus Vega Doesn’t Speak Spanish.
emotional hopeful inspiring 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

A solid 3.5. I do like that this is a friendship novel for boys. It did feel a little Hallmark-y at points but still felt worth the read.

A MG book about two best friends and the strengths they bring out in one another.
funny reflective medium-paced

Great read about friendship, middle school, and the importance of perseverance.
emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted fast-paced
emotional funny lighthearted 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